John Chirayil
Elmhurst,IL
Summary
Experienced game designer and multimedia creator with expertise in Unity, C++, and digital storytelling. Skilled in independent and team-based game development, with a background in journalism, video production, and digital media. Known for critiquing games and films, creating engaging player experiences, and promoting mental health awareness through interactive design. Recognized for leadership and communication skills developed in roles as a social media editor, staff writer, and assistant martial arts instructor. Bring creativity, discipline, and mentorship to every team setting.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Media Editor and Staff Writer
The Courier, College of DuPage
09.2021 - 07.2023
- - Managed Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and TikTok accounts to promote student journalism
- - Produced original short-form video content for TikTok and enhanced social media engagement
- - Wrote articles covering student life, entertainment, games, and media criticism
- - Designed promotional graphics with Canva and contributed to layout ideas
- - Provided creative direction to a team of 10+ writers and content creators
Assistant Instructor
Park's Champion Taekwondo
09.2018 - 07.2020
- Began as a leadership trainee and assisted with classes of up to 40 students
- Promoted to Assistant Instructor and led up to 10 other leadership members
- Taught individual classes of 10+ students after earning 1st Dan Black Belt
- Recognized as "Best Assistant Instructor of the Year" in 2019
- Gained hands-on experience in mentorship, discipline, and team leadership
Education
B.S. - Computer Game and Entertainment Technology
Elmhurst University
Elmhurst, IL05.2025
Associate in Arts -
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL07.2023
Skills
- Unity (2D/3D)
- C / C# / Python
- Adobe Photoshop / Canva
- Adobe Premiere / WeVideo
- 2D Sprite Animation
- Game Design Documentation (GDD)
- Git / GitHub
- Journalism & Critique Writing
- Social Media Management
- Video Production
- Team Collaboration
- Trello / Project Management
Accomplishments
- Best Assistant Instructor of 2019 at Park's Champion Taekwondo
- Achievement in Stop Motion Animation at 2024 Elmhurst University Film Festival
- Lower Division Student in Japanese at Elmhurst University
Languages
- English (Native)
- Malayalam (Conversational)
- Japanese (Basic proficiency)
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