PROFESSIONAL INFO

I am a Game Designer with expertise in crafting engaging stories and experiences centered around game mechanics, level and narrative design.  I have experience designing both single-player and multiplayer levels, and creating in-game cinematics that bring concepts to life. My work focuses on building immersive environments and experiences that inspire and engage players. With extensive experience across a variety of genres—including RPGs, FPS, mobile games, 2D/2.5D platformers, VR, and location-based VR—I have a variety of skills to pair with my background in philosophy to bring a unique perspective to design and creativity within games.

• 6-7 years of professional game design experience.

• Expertise in game design, level design, combat design and balancing, economy design and balancing, pacing player motivations, usability, difficulty balancing, gameplay tuning, and rapid prototyping.

• Proficient in both 3D, 2.5D and 2D design in different game engines.

• Visual/non-visual scripting languages.

• Strong artistic and analytical sensibility that integrate narrative and gameplay mechanics for compelling player experiences.

• Strong game documentation, feature specs, and level layouts that map out a game on paper.

• Experience managing teams in both agile (scrum) and waterfall development methodologies.

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EMPLOYMENT

Machine Zone (Applovin) | Game Designer  (11/2019-01/2025)                                                                        https://www.mz.com/#1

• Oversee game combat design and balancing for live-service games.

• Design, spec, and improve content, systems, game events, and features.

• Review and train designers on combat balancing, content creation, and feature development.

• Analyze game data, adjust balancing, fix bugs, and develop LiveOps strategies.

• Extremely fast-paced environment requiring adaptability and quick problem-solving.

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Epoch Games | Lead Level Designer (06/2019 - 03/2020) | Level Designer (11/2018 - 06/2019)        http://epochgames.co.uk/

• Oversaw, designed and implemented game levels, placing assets and structuring environments.

• Developed documentation for game mechanics, world-building, and level design.

• Led level design meetings, reviewed applicants, and assigned tasks to team members.

• Collaborated with designers and developers to find creative solutions to game challenges.​​

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Nomadic VR | Junior Game Designer/Producer & QA Tester (07-11/2018)                                                               www.blurtheline.com

• Developed creative solutions for in-game and physical space challenges.

• Contributed to new game concepts for location-based VR experiences.

• Tested and debugged game functionality in both digital and physical environments.

• Coordinated across teams to ensure project milestones and quality standards were met.

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Freelance Work | Game Designer (07/2016-11/2019)

• Designed and prototyped game mechanics, levels, and systems for personal and collaborative projects.

• Created proof-of-concept prototypes to demonstrate gameplay and mechanics.

• Developed and modded game content, integrating assets and scripting for functionality.

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STUDIO RELEASES

• Reign of Vampires (Mobile, Full Development + Live Service) (MZ)

• Final Fantasy XV: War for Eos (Mobile, Full Development + Live Service) (MZ)

• Final Fantasy XV: A New Empire (Mobile, Live Service) (MZ)

• Arizona Sunshine: Contagion Z (LBVR, Full Development) (Nomadic)

• Storyworld (Literacy App, Full Development) (Storyworld, Previously E-Global Reader)

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PROJECTS

Last Fate (VR Puzzle Game, Leap Motion Integration) | Game Designer (01-06/2016)                                                   LAST FATE PAGE

• Designed levels, mechanics, and obstacles, creating supporting documentation.

• Implemented models, animations, and scripts to develop interactive puzzles.

• Collaborated with artists to align aesthetics with the game’s overall theme.

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Manifest Dinner (Board Game) | Co-Creator & Designer (08-12/2014)                                                                 MANIFEST DINNER PAGE

• Developed game mechanics, board design, and player interactions from concept to completion.

• Designed all physical components, including the board, cards, and player pieces.

The Marin Renaissance | Co-Founder (2010-Present)                                                                                  www. themarinrenaissance.com

• Developed and managed content, overseeing business operations and site maintenance.

• Produced and promoted three mixtapes showcasing local musicians and culture.

• Engaged social media marketing efforts to grow audience engagement.

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INTERNSHIPS

Storyworld (Previously eGlobal Reader) | Intern/QA Tester  (04-10/2013)                                                           http://storyworld.us/​

• Developed children’s language immersion app in Spanish and Mandarin.

• Created dictionaries for the program languages.

• Inputted, edited code and audio files, and tested usability(QA).

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EDUCATION

Academy of Art University. BFA. Game Design. May 2016

University of California, Riverside. BA. Philosophy. June 2012

Tamalpais High School, June 2007

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REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

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LETTER OF RECOMMENDATIONS

Nomadic                            Storyworld

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