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Exploring Gaming Careers: A Seminar with Rissho University and Sega

On November 12, 2026, Rissho University in Shinagawa, Tokyo, will collaborate with Sega to host the third edition of the Rissho University Open Academy. This engaging seminar, titled "Starting Work from 'What You Love': Delivering the Charm of Games," will take place in a hybrid format, allowing participants to join either in person or via a Zoom webinar.

Event Highlights

The seminar aims to delve into the fascinating world of game promotion and the realities of building a career in the gaming industry. Featuring speakers from Sega's marketing and human resources departments, participants will gain insights into creating hit video games and the marketing strategies that make them successful. This seminar is perfect for anyone interested in gaming careers, whether students, working professionals, or industry enthusiasts.

Keynote Sessions

The first part of the event will include keynote presentations:

• - "How to Deliver the Charm of Games" by Kensaku Nishimura from Sega's East Marketing Division. He will elaborate on the marketing processes, from selling to promoting and creating buzz, using real examples from Sega’s success stories.
• - "Turning 'What You Love' Into a Career in the Gaming Industry" by Makiko Tsukamoto, Manager of the Recruiting Team at Sega. She will discuss the ideal candidate profiles from a recruitment perspective and offer practical advice on how to cultivate passion into rewarding careers.

Interactive Discussion Panel

The second half will feature a talk session, covering two major themes:
1. The relationship between universities and the entertainment/gaming sector.
2. The future of AI in gaming.
Panelists include:

• - Kensaku Nishimura (Sega)
• - Makiko Tsukamoto (Sega)
• - Seiichiro Matsumura, Professor at Tokyo University of Technology's Faculty of Design
• - Yukinobu Kitamura, President of Rissho University

Registration Details

The event will take place from 4 PM to 6 PM at Rissho University’s Shinagawa Campus, Lotus Hall, located at 4-2-16 Osaki, Shinagawa City. Registration is free, but spaces are limited to 200 in-person attendees and 300 online participants. All attendees are required to sign up in advance by November 10, 2026, at 12 PM.

By participating in this event, attendees can expect to gain valuable insights into the gaming industry, learn how to leverage their passions for a career, and engage in stimulating discussions about the future of entertainment and technology.

For more details and registration, please visit the official sign-up link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/sCrKcZHiw3. Attendees joining online will receive a viewing URL by the day before the event.

In conclusion, the Rissho University Open Academy seeks to encourage a greater understanding of the game industry's workings while offering a platform for networking and learning. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to interact with industry professionals from Sega!