ABOUT ME
I am a dedicated and passionate game designer and programmer with extensive experience in the Unity Game engine, 3DS Max modelling software, Blender, as well Android Studio. My key coding skills are in C#, C++, Java, and MySql. However, I am a fast learner and adapt quickly to new working environments and software platforms.
In addition to building several complex projects during my academic career, I have participated in at least three Game Jams (48-hour marathon end-to-end game design and coding competitions). Quick to learn, flexible and always ready to collaborate, I am ready to tackle any problem I encounter with determination to achieve a positive end-result. Working well both independently and as a team player, I am ready to contribute positively to the design and production of new and challenging games. Please review my website linked above to see samples of my work. I am available immediately.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Game Developer ~ Studio Bolland
March 2023 - Present
Meeting with the design/animation team to discuss game ideas and specifications.
Creating quick prototypes based on game ideas by planning and implementing game functionality and building game code in Unity.
Receiving artwork and assets from the design/animation team and implementing them into the game.
Implementing feedback and creating new iterations of the games based on the feedback received from the studio and game testing community.
Identifying and fixing vital game-play bugs.
Exporting web and desktop builds for our website, itch.io and other platforms.
FREELANCE GAME PROGRAMMER ~ Toxyn Games
February 2021 - Present
Responsible for generating C# scripts for game mechanics in the Unity Game Engine.
Interim Social Media Manager ~ Toxyn Games
August 2023 - Present
Responsible for converting given company game assets into videos and posts for social media.
CONTRACT JUNIOR C# PROGRAMMER ~ Egamea
March 2022 - Febuary 2023
Responsible for generating C# scripts for VR games in the Unity Game Engine, as well as assisting on additional projects.
MY EDUCATION
BACHELOR OF COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES IN GAME DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT
VEGA SCHOOL OF DESIGN - CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA
February 2018 - November 2020
This course covered a wide variety of Game Development topics: 3D Modelling, programming Logic, Unity Game Design and Programming, narrative design, database creation and handling, to Java development in Android Studio. The course has helped me develop the skillset required to thrive in one of the most exciting, lucrative, and fastest-growing industries.
It has equipped me with the necessary skills to pursue a career in creating digital games for different platforms, from home consoles and computers to newly established platforms, from home consoles and computers, to mobile phones and other hand-held devices. As a graduate I am qualified in both the programming and creative aspects of designing and developing games, as well as physical game creations be it card games or board games. This course also equipped us with the necessary knowledge to market our games teaching us Branding.
AS AND A LEVELS - RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA
September 2014 - June 2017
High School Education, Completed at the Multinational School Riyadh
PROJECTS I'VE PROGRAMMED
For more information please see the Personal Projects or Work Projects pages
There's a zombie outbreak at your gig, but who is infected and who's just a fan? Protect your singer and reputation to survive the set.
Our game won the Jam we entered in Audio, Graphics, and Overall!
Pong with a twist, with mechanics designed around Squash. Be the last person to hit the ball against the top most wall, if the color of the ball is your color when it exits the field then you score a point.
A stylistic first person puzzle game where the player must explore a typical haunted mansion. Recipient of the Visual Excellence award at the Inter-Campus Game Jam 2021 (Official Award Instagram Post)
A god sim, where the player goes about the world collecting basic resources to craft the people and animals of this world.
