Interview with Kim Wallace: How Game Informer Influenced My Career
Introduction
Journalism is a career that always seems to be in the spotlight, with people fascinated by the stories they hear about intrepid reporters chasing down leads, drawing attention to social issues, or giving voice to the voiceless. This is true for Kim Wallace, a former Managing Editor of Game Informer, who has been working in the gaming industry for over a decade. With a deep commitment to journalistic integrity and love of games, Wallace has influenced countless professionals in the gaming industry and beyond. In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at her career and how Game Informer helped shaped it.
Early Career
After graduating from the University of Minnesota with a degree in Journalism, Wallace began her career as a freelance writer covering both the music and games industries. As someone with a lifelong passion for gaming, it wasn’t long before she became fascinated by the world of video games journalism. Her big break came when she landed a job as an intern at Game Informer, one of the leading gaming magazines in the world.
Game Informer: A Stepping Stone
Working for Game Informer proved to be a turning point for Wallace. She quickly moved up the ranks, from intern to an associate editor, to a features editor, and eventually to the position of Managing Editor. In her time at the magazine, she made significant contributions to the publication, reviewing games, writing features, and editing articles. More importantly, she learned the importance of journalistic integrity, a core value for the magazine, which helped shape her professional outlook.
Professional Impact
Wallace’s dedication to reporting on the industry with unshakable ethics and passion led her to become a respected figure in the industry. She is known not only for her extensive knowledge of games but also her ability to report groundbreaking stories affecting the gaming industry, from industry trends to sexual harassment issues.
Her influential role in the gaming industry led her to become a role model for many aspiring writers, editors, and gamers. Her contributions to Game Informer and the broader community have been vital in propelling the industry forward and have inspired a new generation of journalists and game developers.
Conclusion
Kim Wallace’s journey to the top of the games journalism industry began with her deep love for video games. Her passion for gaming soon translated into putting her writing talents to work for gaming publications such as Game Informer. Her perseverance paid off, she quickly rose through the ranks at Game Informer, and eventually became the Managing Editor.
Wallace’s career is a testament to the power of passion and dedication. Her contributions to journalism, gaming, and the larger gaming community have been invaluable. Her influence will continue to shape the industry for years to come, and her impact is felt by many, including those she’s worked with, those inspired by her, and those who have been lucky enough to call her a friend.
