Chance Fries
New Market,Alabama
Summary
Experienced in designing interactive, engaging gameplay experiences with a strong focus on player immersion and innovative mechanics. Skilled in creative problem-solving to refine and elevate game design, with proficiency in industry-standard tools and collaborative development environments. Served as Creative Director in a Team Game Design course, successfully leading the team to achieve the highest grade in the class. Highly motivated, eager to learn, and always open to developing new skills and adapting to new challenges within the industry.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Game Development Projects (Academic)
01.2021 - Current
- Completed 100+ hours of coursework in game design, 3D modeling, and programming
- Designed and developed multiple interactive projects, focusing on player experience and mechanics
- Built foundational skills in scripting, system design, and asset creation
- Gained experience working both independently and in team-based development environments
Creative Director & Lead Programmer
Team Game Design Project
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Led a multidisciplinary team in the design and development of an original game project, guiding creative direction and gameplay vision
- Managed team workflow, ensuring milestones and deadlines were met across design, art, and programming tasks
- Developed core game systems using Python, contributing to gameplay mechanics and functionality
- Facilitated team collaboration and problem-solving, helping the project achieve the highest grade in the class
Project: Align
Independent Developer
- Designed and developed a solo serious game focused on mental health.
- Handled full development cycle, including concept design, mechanics, and implementation
- Recognized in a competitive serious games competition, placing 4th overall
Education
Bachelor of Science - Game Design
University of Alabama At Huntsville
Huntsville, AL05-2027
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Computer skills
- Level design
- Scripting and programming
- Game mechanics design
- Game analytics
- Art and animation
- Game balance
- Mobile game development
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of five in the development of Y/N and the Great Storytelling Gem.
- Independently developed Align, a serious game focused on mental health awareness, demonstrating initiative, full-cycle design capability, and a strong emphasis on meaningful player experience.
- Align was recognized for its impact and quality, earning fourth place in a competitive serious games competition.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
C++
Limited Working
Unreal Blueprints
Limited Working
Interests
- Creative Writing
- Game Design
- 3D Modeling
- Coding and Programming
- Video Gaming
Timeline
Creative Director & Lead Programmer
Team Game Design Project
08.2025 - 12.2025
Game Development Projects (Academic)
01.2021 - Current
Project: Align
Independent Developer
Bachelor of Science - Game Design
University of Alabama At Huntsville