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Brandon Ellis

Memphis,TN

Summary

Creative Unity and AR/VR developer with 5+ years of experience designing immersive experiences and interactive systems. Skilled in Unity3D, C#, and AR/VR hardware integration. Proven track record of delivering engaging, player-focused experiences and leading cross-disciplinary teams in creating innovative projects.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Cofounder, Creative Technologist

SpatialGrow
Memphis, TN
07.2022 - Current
  • Built a personalized STEM education platform that leverages AI-driven tools to create 3D experiences and curriculum.
  • Designed farm controller systems and 3D activities using Unity3D, C#, and Python to allow digital twins to work between IoT edge devices and Unity3D.

Sr. Immersive Experience Developer

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital - ALSAC
Memphis, TN
04.2022 - 04.2024
  • Led the development of multiple full-scale AR/VR experiences for high-profile events like SXSW and AWE.
  • Utilized Unity3D and C# to create engaging, interactive environments.
  • Conducted education workshops, teaching Unity and AR/VR technologies to students.

Experience Developer

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital - ALSAC
Memphis, TN
01.2019 - 04.2022
  • Pioneered the use of Unity for immersive storytelling through projection mapping and AR/VR at St. Jude.
  • Integrated AR/VR hardware (HoloLens, Oculus) with Unity to create cutting-edge experiences.
  • Worked with sensors and interactive systems to enhance player immersion.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

University of Memphis
Memphis, TN
12-2019

Skills

  • Headset Development(Hololens, Quest, etc)
  • C# and Python Programming
  • Unity3D
  • Building and Maintaining APIs
  • Gameplay Mechanics Design
  • Technical Documentation
  • Familiarity with Blender & Maya
  • Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration

Timeline

Cofounder, Creative Technologist

SpatialGrow
07.2022 - Current

Sr. Immersive Experience Developer

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital - ALSAC
04.2022 - 04.2024

Experience Developer

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital - ALSAC
01.2019 - 04.2022

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

University of Memphis
Brandon Ellis