At Curios Studios, we believe that a diverse and inclusive team is key to creating innovative, meaningful, and impactful games. We celebrate individuality, honor different perspectives, and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to the table. As an indie game studio, we strive to create a space where people from all backgrounds feel welcome, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique ideas.
๐ Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion ๐ฌ
We are dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusivity, where diversity is not just accepted, but actively celebrated. Here's how we ensure diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our studio:
- Inclusive Hiring Practices ๐ฅ: We are committed to building a team that reflects a broad spectrum of experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives. Our hiring practices are designed to encourage diversity and give everyone a fair chance to contribute to our creative process.
- Safe and Supportive Environment ๐ก๏ธ: Every team member should feel safe and supported in their work environment. We have policies and practices in place to ensure a harassment-free workplace where everyone is respected regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, age, disability, or background.
- Active Allyship ๐: We believe that allyship is critical in creating a truly inclusive workplace. We actively encourage our team members to be allies to one another, standing up against discrimination and supporting each otherโs growth and success.
๐ก Celebrating Diverse Perspectives ๐
At Curios Studios, we recognize that diversity goes beyond just demographic differencesโitโs about embracing the diversity of ideas, thoughts, and experiences. Our approach to inclusivity includes:
- Variety in Creativity ๐ฎ: We encourage diverse perspectives in the creative process, from story development to gameplay design. By collaborating with team members from varied backgrounds, we ensure our games resonate with a wide range of players.
- Listening to All Voices ๐ฃ๏ธ: Every voice matters. We actively listen to our team members' feedback and make changes where needed to create an environment where everyone can contribute meaningfully to the projects at hand.
- Community Engagement ๐: We aim to connect with diverse communities, both in the gaming industry and beyond. Whether itโs through supporting diverse creators or representing underrepresented groups in our games, we strive to be an ally to all.
๐ฑ How We Promote Diversity and Inclusion ๐ค
To ensure that diversity and inclusion are part of our everyday practice, we implement the following actions:
- Inclusive Game Design ๐ฎ: Our games will reflect diverse characters, stories, and themes, ensuring that players from all walks of life feel seen and heard. We're committed to creating experiences that showcase a wide array of identities, cultures, and viewpoints.
- Bias-Free Recruitment ๐: We aim to eliminate any biases in our recruitment process by using diverse job boards, reviewing job descriptions for inclusive language, and ensuring that hiring panels reflect a range of perspectives.
- Training and Education ๐: We provide ongoing education and training for our team to help them understand issues related to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We also ensure that our team is aware of the importance of accessibility and the impact it has on diverse players.