Trend Hunter’s Sarah Dos Santos talks about a more intense video game cosplay craze where cosplayers create and dress in their character outfits while posing in a setting similar to a screenshot of a game. Computer graphics imagery was used in some of the images to enhance the believability of the real-life screenshots. These real-life screenshots require a lot more commitment from cosplayers and when they pose in their video game cosplay screenshots, they look just like their favorite characters.
Sarah also shares her strategy for Trend Hunting, her favorite part about working there and what makes it so different from previous work environments. With Trend Hunter’s open concept offices, workers have the pleasure of sitting beside editors and working with the CEO and President. The ‘Fun Days’ are also great opportunities where Trend Hunters get to know each other and build a friendly and sometimes competitive relationship – encouraging each other to hit their goals and gain a more positive perspective.
Geeky Real-Life Gamer Screenshots
Sarah Dos Santos Talks About a Unique Video Game Cosplay Craze
Trend Themes
1. Video Game Cosplay Screenshots - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop platforms or apps that allow cosplayers to easily create and share their own video game cosplay screenshots.
2. Computer Graphics Imagery in Cosplay - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create tools or software that enable cosplayers to enhance the believability of their real-life cosplay screenshots using computer graphics imagery.
3. Open Concept Workspaces - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design flexible office spaces that promote collaboration and interaction among employees, improving productivity and fostering creativity.
Industry Implications
1. Cosplay - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative materials or techniques for creating high-quality cosplay costumes that accurately resemble video game characters.
2. Photography - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Build photography services or equipment tailored specifically for capturing and enhancing real-life video game cosplay screenshots.
3. Interior Design - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create customizable interior designs for open concept workspaces that maximize space utilization and employee satisfaction.