Profile

I have recently completed my Games Development (Design) MA at Kingston, where I received a Distinction. During my studies, I worked full-time and volunteered, showing myself to be self-motivated, organised and resilient. I am looking for a Junior/Graduate Designer role, where I can both demonstrate and develop my design skills in a professional environment. I am committed to trying new things, meeting new people and being as proactive (and efficient) as possible.

Software

Aseprite
2D Art
2D Animation
(Link to 2D Work here)

Bethesda’s Creation Kit
Level Creation
Papyrus Scripting
(Link to project here)

Maya
3D Modelling
3D Rigging & Animation
Level Blockouts
(Link to 3D Work here)

Photoshop
2D Art

Unity
2D Rigging & Animation
Development
Level Blockouts

Tools

Productivity
Trello
Asana
Microsoft Office
G Suites

Methodologies
Agile
Scrum
Waterfall

Social Media Management
Hootsuite
Sprout Social

Interests

Video Games
Board Games
Dungeons and Dragons
The Witcher books and games
Sewing
30s/40s/50s Music
Alpacas, Cats and Foxes
Jumpers (ugly or otherwise)

Recently / Frequently played games

Animal Crossing
Baldur’s Gate
Banished
Dead By Daylight
Don’t Starve
House Flipper
Phasmophobia
Spiritfarer

Education

Games Development Design MA (Distinction), Kingston University
September 2017 - November 2019.
The work I completed during my Games Development (Design) MA included Accessibility Design, 3D/2D Art and Animation, Game Design for a mobile game and a mod created for Fallout 4. I was also the course Student Representative.

3D Games Art & Design (2:2), University of Hertfordshire.
September 2013 - July 2017.
During my 3D Games Art & Design degree, I also completed a Communication & Presentation Skills Short Course, and founded ‘Herts Game Collaboration’ group, bringing students from all areas of the university together. I was also the course Student Representative.

Fine Art (Foundation Diploma), Richmond Upon Thames.
Sep 2012 - Jul 2013.
Fine Art (A-Level), Richmond Upon Thames.
Sep 2010 - Jul 2012.
Psychology (A-Level), Richmond Upon Thames.
Sep 2010 - Jul 2012.
Health & Social Care (A-Level), Richmond Upon Thames.
Sep 2010 - Jul 2012.
Sociology (AS-Level), Richmond Upon Thames.
Sep 2010 - Jul 2011.

Professional Experience

Teaching Assistant, Kingston University. Feb - Mar 2020.
Aided students during Games Creation Processes and VR classes. Provided grades, support, feedback and encouragement.

Sales Administrator, Clas Ohlson UK. May 2019 - Jan 2020.
Clas Ohlson is an international home improvement chain with more than 230 stores. During my time as Sales Admin, I Liaised with local and central teams to maintain transparency and relationships between roles. I managed, organised and analysed data and sales figures, generated reports and feedback, while identifying sales potential. Compiled daily, weekly and monthly sales reports. Identified new products to add to offers and promotions. Designed shop floor displays to promote offers and new products in-store.
Customer Service Supervisor, Clas Ohlson UK. Oct 2018 - May 2019.
Created daily, weekly and monthly rotas. Managed customer service team. Compiled reports on overall customer satisfaction. Reported and analysed figures on product returns and reasons. Provided training and development. Investigated and solved serious complaints and incidents. Developed feedback and complaint procedures. Collaborated with Central Customer Service, UK warehouse and IT to provide the best customer service possible.
Customer Service Agent, Clas Ohlson UK. Mar - Oct 2018.
Assisted customers via phone, email and social media. Processed orders, refunds and exchanges. Provided solutions for various customer issues and complaints.
Customer Assistant, Clas Ohlson UK. Sep 2017 - Mar 2018.
Working on tills, face-to-face interactions and complaints, promoting deals and promotions, arranging displays.

Playtester, Playstation London Studio. Apr 2019.
I playtested a variety of games before launch in a professional environment, providing reports on test findings, the functionality of game mechanics, game experience and bugs. Games playtested include: Until Dawn, Rigs, Bravo Team, and Dreams.

Retail Assistant, Cavan Bakery Ltd. May - Sep 2017.

Sales Assistant, CEX. Aug - Nov 2016.

Extracurricular

Volunteer, SpecialEffect. Sep 2015 - Present.
As part of a team, I volunteer to represent the charity at events such as EGX, Insomnia and various fundraisers. I help with booth setup, maintenance and packing away. Promoting the charity to visitors as well as encouraging them to try the custom set-ups on display. Complete DBS Check - (Child and Adult Workforce Volunteer).

Guest Speaker, Kingston University. Nov 2019.
Invited by Lecturer Hope Caton to the University to present a talk on Accessibility in Games and Inclusive Design for the Game Development MA course, based on my dissertation.

Assistant Cub and Scout Leader, Air Scouts UK. May 2010 - Jul 2013.
Assisted the Scout leader during weekly Scout meetings for both Cubs and Scouts. As well as being responsible for young Scouts, my role included organising activities, providing guidance and resolving conflict.