Fun+People – Carlos, Playable Ads Developer

Fun+ People: exclusive interview with Carlos, Playable Ads Developer

Discover Carlos’s Journey at FunPlus – From Intern to Full-Time

How years of gaming, persistence, and teamwork helped Carlos level up

Hello and welcome back to another episode of behind-the-scenes insights at FunPlus, where we spotlight the incredible individuals who are the heartbeat of our organization.

Today, we would like you to meet Carlos, Playable Ads Developer. He joined FunPlus as a Technical Artist intern, full of curiosity (and yes, a few nerves), and he is now a full-time Playable Ads Developer/Technical Artist Junior.

Read on to discover how Carlos grew into a trusted team member, the challenges he faced, and the mindset that helped him turn an internship into a permanent role.

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From Intern to Full-Time Team Member

To begin with, he joined FunPlus as a Technical Artist intern, stepping into the world of playable ads with an open mind and a willingness to learn.

“At first, I teamed up with fellow artists to boost the output of playable ads and brainstormed creative solutions to make their creation smoother,” Carlos recalls. From day one, he wasn’t just executing tasks — he was collaborating, experimenting, and helping the team improve workflows.

Thanks to his proactive mindset, he quickly became an essential part of the process. Ultimately, that attitude paved the way for his next step: becoming a full-time Playable Ads Developer/Technical Artist Junior, officially joining the team he had been supporting as an intern.

Facing Frustration and Finding Confidence

As his journey progressed, Carlos quickly discovered that not everything works on the first try, but instead of giving up, he learned to see those moments as part of the process.

Over time, he realized that every failed attempt was also a learning opportunity — a step closer to a better, more polished result!

“One of the biggest challenges was dealing with the frustration when something I created didn’t work or succeed as expected,” Carlos shares.

“I knew I wanted to stay when my team started relying on me — especially in a place where everyone supports each other and works toward the same goal.”– Carlos.

Getting the Full-Time Offer

We asked Carlos what was going through his mind when he received the offer for a full-time position.

“When I was offered a full-time spot, I was thrilled — finally officially part of the team I’d been learning and growing with!” he says.

For Carlos, the offer wasn’t just a contract. It was recognition: proof that his effort, resilience, and growth during the internship had made a real impact on the team and the projects he contributed to.

The Power-Up Behind His Progress

Carlos’s power-up came from somewhere very familiar: his years of gaming.

“Years of gaming experience — it often gave me the spark to think outside the box and find new ways to reach our goals,” he explains.

In practice, that gamer mindset — curiosity, experimentation, and the willingness to try different strategies — helped him approach playable ads with creativity. Instead of seeing them as just “assets,” he saw them as interactive experiences, shaped by the same instincts that make games fun and engaging.

Advice, Takeaways, and a Loading Screen Tip

Looking back, Carlos has some simple but powerful advice for anyone starting an internship. Check them out below

Advice for interns:

“Take your time and learn everything you can!”

In other words, don’t rush to be perfect. Focus on understanding, asking questions, and building a solid foundation.

His journey in 3 words:

“Education. Roller Coaster. Satisfaction.”

Loading screen tip:

“Don’t rush things, take your time to understand it, and do it right!”

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And that’s all for now!

A big thank you to Carlos for sharing his journey and insights with all of us. And also, thanks to you, dear reader, for tuning in and following along.

We hope Carlos’s journey can inspire and resonate with many of you out there who are starting a new career or considering a move to a different department.

About FunPlus

FunPlus is one of the largest privately held companies in all of gaming. Founded in 2010, it is a global creator of interactive entertainment experiences powered by technology, with cross-platform game development and IP creation at its core.

FunPlus is an organization that fosters top industry talent, with around 2,000 team members based in offices and studios across three continents. These talented creative teams are well-known for developing hugely popular cross-platform titles, including:

It starts with you!

At FunPlus, we are passionate about creating entertaining experiences, surrounding ourselves with the best and brightest talent, and providing them with the opportunity to do their best work.

Think you have what it takes? Check out our career opportunities and join us!

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