What's Next After GameSpot? - The IrregularDave Irregular Update

Summary

In this personal update video, the creator reconnects with their audience, reflecting on their journey from starting a YouTube channel in 2013 to spending nearly a decade at GameSpot. They share experiences from their time producing content, including the Loadout and Expert React series, and express gratitude for the supportive community. After being made redundant, the creator plans to return to content creation, focusing on games, Warhammer, and community building. They also announce streaming on Twitch and hint at future collaborations, inviting fans to join the next chapter of the journey.

Takeaways

• 😀 The creator acknowledges the long hiatus from the channel and welcomes old, new, and confused viewers, explaining the changes in their life and career.
• 😀 The creator got their job at Gamespot through the content they posted on this channel, which they started in 2013 and kept updating until 2015.
• 😀 The creator worked at Gamespot for over nine years, contributing to a large body of content, including event coverage and series like 'Loadout' and 'Expert React'.
• 😀 Their favorite project was 'Loadout', a documentary series, and they were known as the 'Warhammer guy' within the Gamespot community.
• 😀 A major collaboration was with Jonathan Ferguson from the Royal Armouries for the 'Expert React' series, which was a key highlight of the creator’s career.
• 😀 The creator expresses gratitude for their colleagues at Gamespot, especially the UK team, and wishes them well as they reflect on their accomplishments together.
• 😀 After being made redundant last month, the creator is focusing on content creation for themselves again, with plans to explore a wider variety of topics and passions, such as Warhammer.
• 😀 They want to build a community and collaborate with others, aiming to create interesting and engaging content that resonates with their audience.
• 😀 The creator hopes to revisit the 'Firearms Expert React' series with Jonathan Ferguson if the opportunity arises and is actively seeking collaborations.
• 😀 The creator has returned to streaming on Twitch, offering a more interactive and personal way to connect with their community, and invites viewers to join their live sessions.
• 😀 The creator is planning to release content based on their experiences, such as reacting to popular firearms, sharing behind-the-scenes insights, and diving into Warhammer-related topics, with more Q&A and engagement in the future.

Q & A

What is the main reason the speaker is addressing the audience in this video?

The speaker is addressing the audience to catch them up on what has happened in the past, what is currently happening, and what the future holds for the channel and the speaker's career.

What was the speaker's role at Gamespot, and how long did they work there?

The speaker worked at Gamespot for over 9 and a half years, contributing to over a thousand pieces of video content. Their role was primarily focused on producing and creating content, including video series and events like E3 and Gamescom.

How did the speaker initially gain their job at Gamespot?

The speaker gained their job at Gamespot by uploading videos to their YouTube channel, which led to the opportunity to work for the company.

What significant series or projects did the speaker work on while at Gamespot?

The speaker worked on notable series like 'Loadout,' a documentary series, and 'Expert Reacts,' which featured experts discussing various topics, including firearms. They also became known for their discussions about Warhammer.

What was the speaker's relationship with Jonathan Ferguson?

The speaker worked closely with Jonathan Ferguson, the keeper of firearms and artillery at the Royal Armouries, on the 'Expert Reacts' series. They had a long-standing collaboration, with Jonathan being a key expert in the series.

What is the speaker’s current situation after being made redundant?

After being made redundant, the speaker is job hunting and focusing on reviving their YouTube channel, where they plan to create content on topics they are passionate about, such as games and Warhammer.

What kind of content does the speaker intend to create on their channel moving forward?

The speaker plans to create videos discussing games they love, exploring their interests outside of gaming, streaming, doing podcasts, and building a community.

Will the 'Firearms Expert Reacts' series continue?

While the speaker loves the 'Firearms Expert Reacts' series and Jonathan Ferguson, they cannot confirm its continuation but hope to collaborate with Jonathan again in the future. The speaker is also considering making videos about their experiences working on the series.

What are the speaker’s plans for connecting with their audience?

The speaker aims to connect with their audience by interacting through live streams on Twitch, collaborating with other creators, and building a community around their content.

What is the significance of the speaker's YouTube channel in their career?

The speaker’s YouTube channel played a significant role in their career as it was the platform that helped them gain the attention of Gamespot, leading to a long-term job at the company. The channel is now seen as a means to reconnect with their audience and explore new creative projects.