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League City, Tx, Us

Titles: Poppy Playtime Chapter 4 (2025) - Xbox, Playstation, Mobile, PCResponsibilities: Building advanced tools in Unreal Engine 5 for the use by artists and designers to improve workflow and solve complex technical problems, using a combination of visual scripting, Python, and C++

Titles:Reflections (2015) - PC, Mac, LinuxGrave VR (2016) - HTC ViveGrave (TBD) - Xbox One/Series X, Playstation 4/5, PC, Mac, LinuxFounded and led the game direction for titles such as 'Reflections' and 'Grave' across multiple platforms including Steam, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4. Authored screenplay-length scripts for commercially released titles, while overseeing all aspects of game design, technology coordination, and production. Successfully directed a small, dynamic team in the creation of engaging game experiences, fostering innovation in design and technical art.

Austin, Texas, United States

Titles:Halo Infinite (2021) - Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PCCollaboratively enhanced and customized the 343 Slipspace engine and Unreal Engine 5, significantly improving game performance and visual fidelity for 'Halo Infinite' and 'Exodus'. Coordinated cross-functional development between Certain Affinity and 343 Industries/Archetype, leading technical documentation and performance analysis, and facilitated team communication using Power BI and Kusto queries to optimize data tracking and project milestones.

Mountain View, California, United States

Titles:Choices (2016) - MobileStoryloom (2023) - Mobile, WebDirected product development across three divisions, managing a team of 38 including three product managers and associated design teams. Spearheaded the integration of internal tools and technologies, and collaborated closely with engineering management and company leadership to achieve critical milestones, catering to diverse stakeholder needs effectively.

San Francisco Bay Area

Titles:Zenith (2022) - Oculus, Oculus Quest, PC, Playstation VROptimized and ported high-end VR titles to Oculus Quest, enhancing asset performance for 'Zenith' using Unity’s Lightweight Pipeline. Developed custom tools for proxy mesh generation and atlas creation, meeting critical investment milestones by delivering performance improvements and ensuring seamless gameplay across platforms.

Titles:VR Training Center, City of New York (2019) - HTC ViveEngineered and optimized VR simulation projects for New York City’s training programs, utilizing Unreal Engine 4 to create efficient content streaming and level subdivision systems. Developed proxy assets and HLODs, significantly reducing draw calls and polygon counts, which enhanced the training experience for the city’s emergency services.

Titles:Unreleased Puzzle Title - MobileEngineered and integrated core game systems for 'Wordtropolis' on iOS and Android, developing robust save systems, performance analytics, and art integration tools. Created a suite of level management tools that streamlined game content integration and significantly improved the workflow for designers and artists.

Titles:Better Letters (2019) - MobileLed the technical art and animation for 'Better Letters', integrating complex animation systems and optimizing UI for mobile platforms. Collaborated with the original designer of 'Words with Friends' to enhance game interactivity and visual appeal, contributing to a consistent and engaging player experience.

Tempe, Az

Adjunct professor teaching 3D art, game design and other game topics

Titles:Cartoon Network Journeys (2019) - Oculus, HTC ViveDeveloped a full suite of character animations and technical art solutions for 'Cartoon Network Journeys' VR experiences. Optimized performance for HTC Vive and Oculus platforms, and programmed intuitive control systems that enhanced user interaction and immersion in virtual environments.

Phoenix, Arizona Area

Adjunct professor teaching 3D graphics, intro to programming, intro to AI concepts, game design, and visual game programming

Scottsdale, Arizona

Titles:Hypatia (2017) - Oculus, HTC ViveLed a 30-person team in the creation of 'Hypatia', a massively multiplayer VR platform, delivering the project on multiple VR systems including Oculus and HTC Vive within a six-month timeframe. Established efficient work processes and technical standards that aligned with industry best practices, overcoming significant design and technical challenges.

Palo Alto, California

Titles:Rodsquad (unreleased) - MobileUnreleased Rhythm Title - MobileAfro Samurai 2 (2015) - PC, Playstation 4, Xbox One Gameplay and system design for multiple projects within scheduling and budgeting constraints. Worked with engineers, animators and artists on integrating functional systems for gameplay, animation, and performance. Designed and implemented prototypes and first playables on multiple projects. Improved game feel and playability. Worked on level designs in multiple genres to maximize value for implemented systems. Worked on products that integrated with RFID chips and physical content that product gameplay changes in software.

Chandler, Arizona

Titles:3D photo viewer (unreleased) - PCEnvironment design and development, optimized 3D art asset creation and implementation for real-time application utilizing 3DS Max, zBrush Photoshop, and Unity 3D

Tempe Arizona

Required to instruct students in a wide variety of subjects, including 3D modeling in Maya, 3DS Max, and Zbrush. Must also instruct students in texturing, animation, normal map creation, and game engine technology.

Phoenix, Arizona Area

Titles:WWE'13 (2012) - Playstation 3, Xbox 360, WiiQuality assurance testing for triple-A game titles (WWE '13), audio testing using Wwise profiling, bug tracking with DevTrack, task tracking and game content auditing

Titles:Unreleased Title - PCEnvironment design, planning and layout, 3D representations of concept drawings and 2D designs using 3DS Max and Unity 3D

Titles:Internal Training Simulation (2010) - PC3D environment and AI navigation mesh creation using Presagis Creator, Terra Vista, and AI Implant. Created fully 3D environment with textures, collision meshes and navigation for both interior and exterior locations. Used DTED data to model real-world locations and accurate terrain.

Titles:Eaters (2015) - FilmSupporting actor on independently developed film that was purchased and released by Lionsgate in 2015. Film was released in the majority of Redboxes for Halloween and at a small scale online.

Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States

Titles:Due Date (2010) - FilmInterfacing with local businesses regarding film production, coordinating on-location needs with crew, maintaining locations, supporting multiple disciplines and communication pipelines.

El Paso, Texas Area

Titles:Various community theater ProductionsManagement of technical theater department, set and prop construction, design of lighting and sound, supervision of volunteers, instruction of classes for students ages 7-18, general maintenance of building and equipment

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Game Art And Animation

Activities and Societies: Dean's List fall 2010, Global GamJam participant 2011, Project Lead on The Afflicted student game project.

Associate'S Degree, Creative Media Technology

Activities and Societies: Crimson Scholar 2008 to 2010, Certificate of Film Crew Training, Certificate of Animation and Modeling.