Jack_The_Generalist
@jackgutmann.bsky.social
Hey, i’m Jack. i’m a freelance VFX Artist. Born in Syria, ended up in Austria.
- Podcast host: "The Generalists"
- Streamer: Let’s Learn -like Let’s Play but with online courses - 50% art, 50% tech, 100% stubbornness.
https://linktr.ee/jack.the.generalist
- Podcast host: "The Generalists"
- Streamer: Let’s Learn -like Let’s Play but with online courses - 50% art, 50% tech, 100% stubbornness.
https://linktr.ee/jack.the.generalist
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Salam ya'll! 👋
It’s time to reintroduce myself! (Just hit 2.1K) Thanks to the SPs by @ramiismail.com , @fawzi.zone , and @eline.bsky.social 🙏
I’m Jack, a Syrian-refugee Generalist Artist, host of 'The Generalists' podcast and 'Let’s Learn' live streams.
Say hi, introduce yourself and what u do!
It’s time to reintroduce myself! (Just hit 2.1K) Thanks to the SPs by @ramiismail.com , @fawzi.zone , and @eline.bsky.social 🙏
I’m Jack, a Syrian-refugee Generalist Artist, host of 'The Generalists' podcast and 'Let’s Learn' live streams.
Say hi, introduce yourself and what u do!
Do what you need to do to be less desperate:
- You can work on your skills and get better
- Work a part-time job (No shame in that)
- Have a side-hustle
- Study!
Whatever makes you less desperate makes you more hirable.
Full Ep: youtu.be/w4qlCjrY9TQ
#gamesindustry #gamedev
- You can work on your skills and get better
- Work a part-time job (No shame in that)
- Have a side-hustle
- Study!
Whatever makes you less desperate makes you more hirable.
Full Ep: youtu.be/w4qlCjrY9TQ
#gamesindustry #gamedev
November 11, 2025 at 10:23 PM
Do what you need to do to be less desperate:
- You can work on your skills and get better
- Work a part-time job (No shame in that)
- Have a side-hustle
- Study!
Whatever makes you less desperate makes you more hirable.
Full Ep: youtu.be/w4qlCjrY9TQ
#gamesindustry #gamedev
- You can work on your skills and get better
- Work a part-time job (No shame in that)
- Have a side-hustle
- Study!
Whatever makes you less desperate makes you more hirable.
Full Ep: youtu.be/w4qlCjrY9TQ
#gamesindustry #gamedev
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me when the AI bubble bursts
November 10, 2025 at 6:04 PM
me when the AI bubble bursts
Just dropped a new EP with Tech Artist @josephazzam.bsky.social on building the Arabic Games, and about his journey fixing an automatic plants watering system. Don't ask. just watch!
Full Episode: lnkd.in/dE5dQV_r
Full Episode: lnkd.in/dE5dQV_r
November 9, 2025 at 8:55 PM
Just dropped a new EP with Tech Artist @josephazzam.bsky.social on building the Arabic Games, and about his journey fixing an automatic plants watering system. Don't ask. just watch!
Full Episode: lnkd.in/dE5dQV_r
Full Episode: lnkd.in/dE5dQV_r
How game-dev feels like at some times.
youtu.be/W3OK9A_RbSI?...
youtu.be/W3OK9A_RbSI?...
I Made an Original Xbox Portable
YouTube video by James Channel
youtu.be
November 8, 2025 at 9:29 AM
How game-dev feels like at some times.
youtu.be/W3OK9A_RbSI?...
youtu.be/W3OK9A_RbSI?...
Ya'll are not gonna believe this, i'm working on a butterfly effect for a game, my cat jumped on the screen and started playing...
I think the effects is done!
Got art-directed by a cat, my job is awesome?!
I think the effects is done!
Got art-directed by a cat, my job is awesome?!
November 6, 2025 at 7:21 PM
Ya'll are not gonna believe this, i'm working on a butterfly effect for a game, my cat jumped on the screen and started playing...
I think the effects is done!
Got art-directed by a cat, my job is awesome?!
I think the effects is done!
Got art-directed by a cat, my job is awesome?!
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Two years ago, I played a much earlier build of DOG WITCH, and I just really haven't stopped playing or talking about it since. Incredibly excited for @heckmouse.bsky.social to see this clever little masterwork announced properly.
Magic, mayhem & a pup in a hat! DOG WITCH is almost here!
A turn-based roguelike where dice fuel spells, combos, and chaos. Roll, reroll, and blast your way through a world of strange foes and wild synergies.
Wishlist on Steam: bit.ly/DOGWITCH
www.youtube.com/watch?v=TS3i...
A turn-based roguelike where dice fuel spells, combos, and chaos. Roll, reroll, and blast your way through a world of strange foes and wild synergies.
Wishlist on Steam: bit.ly/DOGWITCH
www.youtube.com/watch?v=TS3i...
Dog Witch - Reveal Trailer
YouTube video by MysticForge
www.youtube.com
May 14, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Two years ago, I played a much earlier build of DOG WITCH, and I just really haven't stopped playing or talking about it since. Incredibly excited for @heckmouse.bsky.social to see this clever little masterwork announced properly.
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It is not misconduct to unionize, and I hope that Rockstar and Take-Two face serious legal challenges for what seems to be a very clear-cut case of union-busting.
BREAKING: Yesterday Grand Theft Auto VI maker Rockstar Games fired dozens of people, all of whom were involved in union efforts. A British union calls it "blatant and ruthless" union-busting. Take-Two Interactive says it was due to misconduct.
Here's the scoop: www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Here's the scoop: www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
‘Grand Theft Auto’ Studio Accused of Union Busting After Firings
Union says 30 and 40 people were terminated. Rockstar Games’ parent company cites ‘gross misconduct’
www.bloomberg.com
November 1, 2025 at 10:20 AM
It is not misconduct to unionize, and I hope that Rockstar and Take-Two face serious legal challenges for what seems to be a very clear-cut case of union-busting.
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Just to be 100% clear: do not *trust* your employers - that's super silly. The relationship is economical, not based in loyalty, trust, or kindness. There's no judgement in forming a union, just understanding that capitalism requires a risk of financial loss to get companies to do the right thing.
"Unionisation efforts just signal to employers you don’t trust them"
"Just profit share"
Have you been in the industry these past three years? Some ppl just wanna marry the boot
"Just profit share"
Have you been in the industry these past three years? Some ppl just wanna marry the boot
November 1, 2025 at 12:26 PM
Just to be 100% clear: do not *trust* your employers - that's super silly. The relationship is economical, not based in loyalty, trust, or kindness. There's no judgement in forming a union, just understanding that capitalism requires a risk of financial loss to get companies to do the right thing.
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We have an exciting update!
We have just launched the Creator Discovery feature!
On AbleToPlay, you could already find games that match your accessibility needs — now you can take it one step further and discover inclusive, accessibility-focused creators who do the same!
We have just launched the Creator Discovery feature!
On AbleToPlay, you could already find games that match your accessibility needs — now you can take it one step further and discover inclusive, accessibility-focused creators who do the same!
October 31, 2025 at 5:41 PM
We have an exciting update!
We have just launched the Creator Discovery feature!
On AbleToPlay, you could already find games that match your accessibility needs — now you can take it one step further and discover inclusive, accessibility-focused creators who do the same!
We have just launched the Creator Discovery feature!
On AbleToPlay, you could already find games that match your accessibility needs — now you can take it one step further and discover inclusive, accessibility-focused creators who do the same!
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I agree
I think Nintendo should let @ramiismail.com remake Golden Sun in an HD2D style
November 3, 2025 at 4:37 PM
I agree
Got a rejection letter? Don't take it personally. Steven Cheung explains why it's almost always a business decision and how reacting the wrong way can actually end up harmful.
Full Ep: youtu.be/sV0zIpnHOSo
#GameJobs #CareerAdvice #VFXArtist
Full Ep: youtu.be/sV0zIpnHOSo
#GameJobs #CareerAdvice #VFXArtist
November 3, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Got a rejection letter? Don't take it personally. Steven Cheung explains why it's almost always a business decision and how reacting the wrong way can actually end up harmful.
Full Ep: youtu.be/sV0zIpnHOSo
#GameJobs #CareerAdvice #VFXArtist
Full Ep: youtu.be/sV0zIpnHOSo
#GameJobs #CareerAdvice #VFXArtist
Your portfolio IS crucial, but it's NOT the whole story. Steven Cheung talks about the unspoken factor that studios REALLY care about, and it’s not just your technical skill.
Full Ep: youtu.be/sV0zIpnHOSo
#GameDev #VFXCareers #Gaming
Full Ep: youtu.be/sV0zIpnHOSo
#GameDev #VFXCareers #Gaming
October 28, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Your portfolio IS crucial, but it's NOT the whole story. Steven Cheung talks about the unspoken factor that studios REALLY care about, and it’s not just your technical skill.
Full Ep: youtu.be/sV0zIpnHOSo
#GameDev #VFXCareers #Gaming
Full Ep: youtu.be/sV0zIpnHOSo
#GameDev #VFXCareers #Gaming
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Ever since I went bald, I've been waiting to be cast in a C&C game and it will never happen.
If you can watch this and still don’t see why the games industry might need a serious reboot, maybe it’s time to stop and think about it....
youtu.be/YBlBvwGcefs?... #gamesindustry #gamedev #indiegame
youtu.be/YBlBvwGcefs?... #gamesindustry #gamedev #indiegame
Command & Conquer Evolution And History - 1995 - 2020
YouTube video by zoom3000
youtu.be
October 28, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Ever since I went bald, I've been waiting to be cast in a C&C game and it will never happen.
If you can watch this and still don’t see why the games industry might need a serious reboot, maybe it’s time to stop and think about it....
youtu.be/YBlBvwGcefs?... #gamesindustry #gamedev #indiegame
youtu.be/YBlBvwGcefs?... #gamesindustry #gamedev #indiegame
Command & Conquer Evolution And History - 1995 - 2020
YouTube video by zoom3000
youtu.be
October 28, 2025 at 12:40 PM
If you can watch this and still don’t see why the games industry might need a serious reboot, maybe it’s time to stop and think about it....
youtu.be/YBlBvwGcefs?... #gamesindustry #gamedev #indiegame
youtu.be/YBlBvwGcefs?... #gamesindustry #gamedev #indiegame
You don't need to know everything to start. Senior VFX Artist Steven Cheung shares how he broke into the industry by focusing on curiosity and asking the right questions, not on having all the answers.
Full Ep: youtu.be/sV0zIpnHOSo
#VFX #GameDev #IndieDev
Full Ep: youtu.be/sV0zIpnHOSo
#VFX #GameDev #IndieDev
October 27, 2025 at 3:45 PM
You don't need to know everything to start. Senior VFX Artist Steven Cheung shares how he broke into the industry by focusing on curiosity and asking the right questions, not on having all the answers.
Full Ep: youtu.be/sV0zIpnHOSo
#VFX #GameDev #IndieDev
Full Ep: youtu.be/sV0zIpnHOSo
#VFX #GameDev #IndieDev
Senior VFX Artist Steven Cheung got interested in Real-time VFX through just one demo-reel. This is the moment that defined his career.
- Full Ep: youtu.be/sV0zIpnHOSo
#VFXArtist #GameDev #CareerInspiration
- Full Ep: youtu.be/sV0zIpnHOSo
#VFXArtist #GameDev #CareerInspiration
October 26, 2025 at 4:23 PM
Senior VFX Artist Steven Cheung got interested in Real-time VFX through just one demo-reel. This is the moment that defined his career.
- Full Ep: youtu.be/sV0zIpnHOSo
#VFXArtist #GameDev #CareerInspiration
- Full Ep: youtu.be/sV0zIpnHOSo
#VFXArtist #GameDev #CareerInspiration
Today's challenge is to walk in town without seeing any AI shit.
October 25, 2025 at 9:05 AM
Today's challenge is to walk in town without seeing any AI shit.
New episode with Senior VFX Artist Steven Cheung. We dive into the unspoken parts of the job: implementation, handling rejection, continuous learning, and the mindset needed for a lasting career.
Listen now: youtu.be/sV0zIpnHOSo?...
#VFXArtist #GameDev #Techart
Listen now: youtu.be/sV0zIpnHOSo?...
#VFXArtist #GameDev #Techart
October 24, 2025 at 6:29 PM
New episode with Senior VFX Artist Steven Cheung. We dive into the unspoken parts of the job: implementation, handling rejection, continuous learning, and the mindset needed for a lasting career.
Listen now: youtu.be/sV0zIpnHOSo?...
#VFXArtist #GameDev #Techart
Listen now: youtu.be/sV0zIpnHOSo?...
#VFXArtist #GameDev #Techart
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"AI regulation is a complex topic"
IDK man, if a hacker joins every CS competitive match people either:
1- Ban them.
2- Stop playing
You choose
IDK man, if a hacker joins every CS competitive match people either:
1- Ban them.
2- Stop playing
You choose
October 21, 2025 at 7:33 AM
"AI regulation is a complex topic"
IDK man, if a hacker joins every CS competitive match people either:
1- Ban them.
2- Stop playing
You choose
IDK man, if a hacker joins every CS competitive match people either:
1- Ban them.
2- Stop playing
You choose
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I’m very happy to share that I’m accepted as a Full member of @bafta.org in recognition of “considerable contribution to our industries”!
✨BAFTA Game Awards voting ahead✨
✨BAFTA Game Awards voting ahead✨
October 20, 2025 at 5:48 PM
I’m very happy to share that I’m accepted as a Full member of @bafta.org in recognition of “considerable contribution to our industries”!
✨BAFTA Game Awards voting ahead✨
✨BAFTA Game Awards voting ahead✨
"AI regulation is a complex topic"
IDK man, if a hacker joins every CS competitive match people either:
1- Ban them.
2- Stop playing
You choose
IDK man, if a hacker joins every CS competitive match people either:
1- Ban them.
2- Stop playing
You choose
October 21, 2025 at 7:33 AM
"AI regulation is a complex topic"
IDK man, if a hacker joins every CS competitive match people either:
1- Ban them.
2- Stop playing
You choose
IDK man, if a hacker joins every CS competitive match people either:
1- Ban them.
2- Stop playing
You choose
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The Trump administration is once again seeking to meddle with our streets to make buses slower, worsen congestion and pollute our air.
Here’s the threatening letter:
October 17, 2025 at 4:14 PM
The Trump administration is once again seeking to meddle with our streets to make buses slower, worsen congestion and pollute our air.
You miss 100% of the shots you don take. If you have that draft email that you did not send yet go ahead and just do it! You got this!
A bold attempt is half success.
October 18, 2025 at 8:04 AM
You miss 100% of the shots you don take. If you have that draft email that you did not send yet go ahead and just do it! You got this!
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What's this? An actually reasonable, explanatory, clearly understandable take on what AI can and can't be reasonably expected to do (and how the "AI" that works has actually been in tools for years already)?
GOSH
Anyways this is real good
GOSH
Anyways this is real good
studio execs & major outlets claim AI is "inevitable" and poised to take over Hollywood. the reality is much different. i spoke with filmmakers, producers, and editors about how AI is actually showing up in productions – and what it still can't do:
Hollywood Has a Major AI Hype Problem
Studio execs and major media outlets claim that AI is "inevitable" and poised to take over film and TV. The reality is much different.
movieweb.com
October 15, 2025 at 3:10 AM
What's this? An actually reasonable, explanatory, clearly understandable take on what AI can and can't be reasonably expected to do (and how the "AI" that works has actually been in tools for years already)?
GOSH
Anyways this is real good
GOSH
Anyways this is real good