Two popular online streamers gave future police officers a real-life point of view of what to expect as a Queensland Police Service recruit.
Vindooly and Berticuss recently swapped their gaming chairs for police boots, stepping out from behind their screens to tackle the challenges and understand the aspects of life as an officer.
Police Commissioner Steve Gollschewski said the collaboration was part of the ongoing “What will you stand for?” recruitment campaign, and aimed to attract 18 to 35-year-olds by showcasing how their skills mastered in the virtual world, like strategy, teamwork, and lightning-fast reflexes, could game-changers in real-world policing.
“They put their gaming skills, such as communication, problem-solving, and quick thinking, to the test in real-life policing scenarios,” Commissioner Gollschewski said.
He said the duo’s experiences had been shared across their Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube channels, giving their combined millions of followers a unique insight into the diverse and impactful career opportunities offered by the QPS.
“Policing is about more than just enforcing the law, it’s about protecting the vulnerable, solving complex problems, and serving the community with integrity, respect and courage.
“Our Service thrives on diversity. The broader the range of backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets our officers bring, the greater the impact we can make.”
Vindooly said he had a newfound appreciation for the role of police officers after experiencing the challenges of real-world policing firsthand.
“Stepping into the shoes of a Queensland Police officer was an eye-opening experience,” he said.
“It’s one thing to strategise and problem-solve in a game, but it’s a whole new level when you’re doing it in real life. I have so much respect for the work these officers do every day to keep our communities safe.”
Berticuss said there was a surprising connections between gaming and real-life law enforcement.
“I’ve always loved gaming for the challenges it brings, but trying out real-world policing was next level. It was amazing to see how the skills we use in gaming, like quick thinking and teamwork, can make a difference in real-life situations. I hope this inspires more young people to consider a career in the QPS,” she said.
