Elginia Walz
Ridgeland,SC
Summary
QA Tester with 4+ years at Epic Games specializing in environment and map testing for Fortnite. Strong background in 3D modeling, rigging, and technical art with experience in Maya and Unreal Engine. Combines artistic skill with technical problem solving to improve player experience and product quality.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cashier
PetSmart
Hardeeville, SC
06.2026 - Current
- Provided excellent customer service in a fast-paced retail environment.
- Managed customer transactions with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Maintained inventory by stocking merchandise and organizing displays to company standards.
- Demonstrated strong communication, multitasking, and problem-solving skills while assisting customers.
- Worked effectively as part of a team to meet daily operational and customer satisfaction goals.
Tester III
Epic Games
Cary, NC
04.2021 - 12.2025
- Executed comprehensive map and environment testing for Fortnite across PC, console, and mobile, ensuring stability and high quality player experience.
- Identified, reproduced, and documented hundreds of bugs per release cycle using Jira, TestRail, and QMetry with high accuracy and clarity.
- Partnered with developers, designers, and other QA teams to resolve issues quickly, improving release readiness and reducing live site defects.
- Developed detailed test plans and test cases covering new features, seasonal content, and environment updates.
- Supported live QA during major chapter and season launches, ensuring rapid triage and resolution of player reported issues.
Cashier
Dunkin’ Donuts
Moon Twp., PA
10.2019 - 08.2021
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting guests and processing transactions accurately.
- Operated the POS system to handle cash, credit, and mobile payments.
Restocked food, beverage, and retail inventory to ensure product availability. - Maintained a clean, organized workspace while following food safety and sanitation standards.
- Worked efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment to meet customer needs.
Volunteer 3D Game Artist
Epoch Games
Online Only
01.2019 - 09.2019
- Created and maintained character and creature rigs for Lays of Athlas: Sundered Order.
- Diagnosed and resolved rigging issues to improve animation functionality and performance.
- Collaborated with artists and animators to ensure rigs met project requirements and production deadlines.
- Tested and refined rigs to support smooth animation workflows and game play integration.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Animation, Character Technical Direction
Savannah College of Art And Design
Savannah, GA05-2018
Skills
- Software: Jira, Testrail, Qmetry, Autodesk Maya, Arnold, Mental Ray, Adobe Photoshop, GIMP, Unreal Engine, Blender, Illustrator, After Effects, Unity
- Technical: Modeling, Rigging, Environment Building, Mel, Python, Java
- QA Skills: Test planning, test case creation, bug reporting, regression testing, cross platform testing, live ops QA
- Professional: Leader, problem solver, quick learner, detail oriented, team player
Affiliations
SCAD Rigging Union 2016 - 2018: Offered help with rigging to fellow riggers and animators
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Interests
- Drawing and Painting
- Dancing
- Music
- Crafting and DIY Projects
- Swimming
- Hiking
- Digital Art and Animation
- 3D Printing
- Video Game Design
- Video Gaming
- Photography
Timeline
Cashier
PetSmart
06.2026 - Current
Tester III
Epic Games
04.2021 - 12.2025
Cashier
Dunkin’ Donuts
10.2019 - 08.2021
Volunteer 3D Game Artist
Epoch Games
01.2019 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Animation, Character Technical Direction
Savannah College of Art And Design