Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Partner for Game Industry Recruitment Success
Aardvark Swift has been a leading recruitment specialist in the games industry since 1989, evolving alongside the studios and brands we serve. Our deep understanding of the sector, combined with a proactive approach, enables us to connect top-tier talent with opportunities that align with their skills and career aspirations. With over three decades of experience, we have built a reputation for delivering well-matched candidates and providing a personalized service that prioritizes cultural fit and long-term success.Our commitment to innovation and adaptability has allowed us to expand our operations globally, supporting both established studios and emerging talent. We pride ourselves on maintaining strong relationships within the industry, ensuring we remain at the forefront of recruitment excellence while fostering growth for both candidates and employers.
Services
Game Art
Game Design
Game Production
Programming
QA & Localization
Graduate Recruitment
Commercial Roles
Licensing
Toys Industry
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of specialized experience in games industry recruitment.
- Our proactive approach ensures rapid delivery of culturally aligned candidates.
- We maintain deep relationships with studios and developers globally.
- Our team offers personalized support tailored to individual career goals.
- We provide visa assistance and graduate recruitment programs for emerging talent.
Associations and certifications
- Be Well @ Work Award
What people say
5-star service
Cultural fit prioritized
Swift communication
Career growth support
Global reach
Services
Graduate Recruitment
Our graduate recruitment service connects emerging talent with studios through tailored CV/portfolio advice and internship programs. We've placed hundreds of graduates since 2009, offering workshops and industry exposure. Our Grads in Games initiative strengthens links between education and the games sector, ensuring candidates receive comprehensive career guidance.
Game Development Recruitment
Specializing in game development roles from junior to director level, we match technical expertise with studio culture. Our consultants understand specific engine requirements, live-ops experience, and creative workflows. We support remote working arrangements and provide visa assistance for international placements across programming, art, and production disciplines.
Executive Search
We identify senior talent for pivotal roles like Tech Directors and Studio Heads, focusing on strategic leadership and technical expertise. Our network includes experienced professionals from major studios, ensuring candidates possess both industry knowledge and team management capabilities for transformative projects.
Contract Recruitment
Our contract recruitment solutions address short-term project needs with pre-vetted professionals. We specialize in matching environment artists, tools programmers, and localization experts to time-sensitive roles while maintaining quality standards and cultural alignment with client studios.
Global Mobility Support
We facilitate international career transitions through visa assistance and relocation guidance. Our partnerships help candidates move between continents, supporting emigration processes for roles in Canada, Japan, and across Europe while ensuring compliance with immigration regulations.
People
Chris Mellor
Recruitment Consultant
With several years of experience, Chris specializes in connecting games industry professionals with suitable opportunities. He provides daily updates, interview preparation, and personalized support to ensure candidates find roles matching their expertise and career goals.
Adam
Recruiter
Adam excels at understanding studio requirements and delivering well-matched candidates quickly. His personalized approach focuses on both organizational needs and individual coordinator preferences, ensuring smooth hiring processes and cultural alignment for key roles.
Ian Goodall
Managing Director
Leading the management buyout in 2005, Ian has driven Aardvark Swift's strategic growth. He oversees operations while maintaining industry connections, ensuring the company evolves alongside the games sector through innovative recruitment models and global expansion.
Questions
What areas does Aardvark Swift operate in?
We operate globally with primary focus on the UK, Europe, North America, and Australia, supporting both local and international placements.
Do you offer graduate support programs?
Yes, our Grads in Games initiative provides CV advice, portfolio workshops, and internship opportunities for emerging talent since 2009.
How do you ensure cultural fit for placements?
We conduct thorough briefings to understand studio culture and candidate preferences, prioritizing long-term compatibility over technical skills alone.
Can you assist with international relocations?
Yes, we provide visa support and relocation guidance through partnerships with immigration specialists for global career transitions.
What recruitment models do you offer?
We offer retained, contingency, and hybrid models tailored to studio size, urgency, and specific hiring requirements across all game development disciplines.
How quickly can you fill urgent roles?
Our proactive candidate matching process typically delivers shortlists within 24 hours and completes placements within three weeks for urgent positions.
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