Jonathan Shihor
London,United Kingdom
Summary
Passionate and highly communicative game designer with a strong background in designing gameplay systems and mechanics for AAA and Indie projects. Experienced in a creative yet deadline-driven environment, I am eager to contribute my expertise to crafting innovative gaming experiences. My proficiency in both Design and Quality Assurance ensures that my designs not only deliver compelling gameplay but also meet the highest quality standards.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Game Designer
Rockstar North
01.2016 - 01.2023
- Spearheaded the design and implementation of key features and game systems, including player progression, leveling, item unlocking, and in-game purchasing
- Collaborated with other design teams, incorporating feedback, and conducting playtesting to refine and expand existing systems
- Authored and maintained up-to-date design documentation on PerForce, ensuring alignment with the latest design changes from all teams
- Conducted rigorous in-game testing of designs and features to ensure consistency with documentation and expected functionality.
Senior Quality Assurance Tester
Rockstar North
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Led QA efforts for multiple projects, covering all aspects of both single-player and multiplayer open-world games
- Ensured the delivery of high-quality games by meticulously testing and reporting bugs, glitches, and gameplay issues
- Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail and comprehensive knowledge of game mechanics.
Education
HNC - Digital Communication and Multimedia
Edinburgh College
2014
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James Gillespies High School
2010
Additional Information
- Enthusiastic about playing the latest games, both AAA and indie, to draw inspiration from innovative gameplay and mechanics.
- Enjoy story-driven titles like Half-Life, The Last of Us, Bioshock, Dear Esther, etc.
- Passionately design and build indie games at home, exploring various gameplay systems and mechanics using Unity and Unreal Engine, with a focus on immersive and story-driven experiences.
Timeline
Game Designer
Rockstar North
01.2016 - 01.2023
Senior Quality Assurance Tester
Rockstar North
01.2014 - 01.2016
HNC - Digital Communication and Multimedia
Edinburgh College
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James Gillespies High School
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