BE PART OF THE FUTURE OF WORK IN GAMES: WOMEN IN GAMES CAREERS EXPO
Registration is now open for the Women in Games Careers Expo: The Future of Work – and we hope to see you there!
This year’s Expo comes at a critical moment for our industry. Over the past couple of years we’ve seen unprecedented turbulence – studio closures, layoffs, rapid technological shifts and changing career models. Women and gender-diverse talent have been disproportionately impacted, making access to opportunity, visibility and support more vital than ever.
That’s why the 2026 Careers Expo is focused squarely on The Future of Work in Games.
What’s the Careers Expo: The Future of Work all about?
Across the day, we’ll be exploring five future-focused themes that reflect how careers in games are evolving:
AI, Creativity & New Career Possibilities
Discover how hybrid creative and technical roles are emerging – and how to use AI confidently, ethically and creatively.
Entrepreneurship, Micro-Studios & Owning Your Path
Learn how women are building independent careers, launching micro-studios, securing funding and owning their IP.
Leadership & Women Founding and Leading Studios
Hear real journeys into leadership and how women are reshaping the industry from the top.
Inclusive, Ethical & Safe Workplaces
Explore how we build cultures that allow women to thrive, not just survive.
New Creative Frontiers & Expanding Markets
From cozy games to education, health and climate, see how new sectors are opening new doors.
These sessions are designed to be inspiring, honest and practical – helping you understand where the industry is heading and how you can shape your place within it.
A truly global, free and accessible event
The Women in Games Careers Expo is online and free to attend, with a cascading programme across Asia-Pacific, EMEA and the Americas – meaning you can join live wherever you are, with replays available too.
Last year, around 1,500 women and allies from across the world took part, connecting across borders, time zones and disciplines – and 2026 is set to be even bigger.
The heart of the day: the Virtual Expo
Alongside inspiring talks and panel sessions, the event features a fully interactive Virtual Expo Area, where real career support happens. Here you can:
- Get CV and portfolio reviews
- Join live studio Q&As
- Learn what studios are hiring for in 2026
- Explore freelancing, indie and micro-studio pathways
- Speak directly to teams about their culture, roles and opportunities
Whether you’re job hunting, reskilling, exploring independence, or supporting others into the industry, this is where connections turn into real outcomes.
Dr Marie-Claire Isaaman, CEO of Women in Games, said: “The games industry is going through a profound transformation – and women are too often the first to feel the impact of instability, restructuring and bias. The 2026 Women in Games Careers Expo is about turning that challenge into opportunity. By focusing on the future of work – from AI and new creative roles to entrepreneurship and ethical leadership – we are giving women and gender-diverse talent the tools, confidence and connections they need not just to survive, but to shape what comes next for our industry.”
As an Ambassador, you are part of what makes this community powerful — and your presence matters.
Register, attend, share, and bring others with you.
Invite students, junior developers, senior leaders, freelancers, founders and anyone who needs support, inspiration or opportunity right now.
The future of games needs women at every level – and the 2026 Women in Games Careers Expo is where that future starts.
We can’t wait to see you there. Register for your free place here.