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Denham Springs, La, Us

Bentonville, Arkansas, Us

Dedicated and results-driven professional with a proven track record in leadership and team management, seeking the position of Team Lead at Sam's Club. Adept at fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment, I bring extensive experience in retail operations and a passion for delivering exceptional customer service.• Contributed to breaking sales records, exceeding over $620,000 in daily revenue.• Led and trained a team of 30+ associates ensuring company standards each day.• Successfully managed inventory, reducing stockouts and ensuring availability.• Orchestrated efficient stocking and relocation adhering to corporate design layouts.

Projects:• Elite Warbird• R.U.N. CTRL• Extinction of the Crystal Knights• That Head Game (with PxlPug Studios)• Utilize C# & Unity for 3D platforms to optimize game performance & player experience• Create and animate 3D models to optimize characters and environments for gameplay• Design & program key mechanics and features to create a seamless player experience• Produce art assets from scratch using Photoshop for items, properties, levels, etc• Optimize developer workflows & prioritize projects to meet time-sensitive deadlines

Honolulu, Us

Due to this curriculum, I am able to do the following:• Develop and improve various game systems (AI, UI, tools, etc.)• Code core systems and gameplay mechanics• Implement game features and systems in Unity/C#• Architect event driven systems• Experienced with Agile Development• Experienced with Git/Github• Experience publishing multiple game titles• Work well with designers and artistsC# concepts mastered include the following:• Classes• Static Types• Enums• Dictionaries• Abstract Classes and Interfaces• Delegates and Events• Game Programming Design Patterns• Scriptable Objects• Unity Web Requests

Redwood City, Ca, Us

Projects: • Sims 3 Future Perfect• Madden 16• Cookie Connect• Poppit! Bingo• APEX LegendsUtilize Jira to perform QA analysis and troubleshoot key features and mechanicsof games and communicate results to Software Engineers and Developers toresolve issues.• Documented bug reports and required data entry in Jira to inform Software Engineer of design deviations• Tested and troubleshot games on mobile, console, PC, and Mac, ensuring all features function as intended• Supervised and assisted other testers in completing daily tasks with an intimate knowledge of design documents for verification

Birmingham, Alabama, Us

As the Store Manager at Hibbett Sporting Goods, I led a dynamic team, driving sales growth and ensuring an exceptional shopping experience for customers. With a focus on strategic leadership, I optimized inventory control, implemented visually appealing merchandising layouts, and maintained adherence to budgets. I played a pivotal role in staff development, overseeing scheduling to optimize coverage and analyzing sales reports to inform data-driven decisions. Additionally, I actively engaged with the local community, fostering positive relationships and enhancing the store's presence in the market.• Developed staff schedules, ensuring adequate coverage while optimizing labor costs.• Created and analyzed sales reports to identify trends, opportunities and improvement.• Implemented inventory management practices, minimizing shrink.• Prioritized strategies to drive growth, consistently surpassing revenue targets.