LAMARR THOMAS
Country Club Hills,IL
Summary
Creative Character Designer with expertise in concept art, UI/UX, and world-building for mobile games and narrative experiences. Versatile in taking on multiple roles within collaborative teams. Contributed to projects using Twine, Unity, Game Maker, and Unreal Engine. Recognized for design excellence in an art contest, showcasing a strong understanding of game design principles.
Overview
3
3
Certifications
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Prepared Foods Team Member
Whole Foods Market Inc
01.2024 - Current
- Managed multiple tasks and priorities in fast-paced department, ensuring timely completion of duties.
- Applied feedback from supervisors and coworkers to enhance personal performance and uphold department standards.
- Collaborated with team members to create organized, efficient, and welcoming work environment.
QA/Design Research Lead Intern (Summer 2026)
Chupacabra Productions
07.2026 - 08.2026
- Compiled potential development routes, fixes, and proposed additions for the dev team to address before game release
- Coordinated playtesting and observation sessions, collecting detailed notes to inform research findings
- Compiled all potential development routes, fixes and proposed additions that must be addressed before game release for the dev team
- Facilitated coordination of scheduling and administrative duties, enhancing collaboration between the sponsor and research team.
- Led qualitative and quantitative research projects, ensuring accurate data collection and analysis.
- Developed research plans aligned with production goals and stakeholder priorities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Game Design and Experimental Media – Minor in Information Technology Management
Illinois Institute of Technology
Chicago05-2026
Skills
- Game Design & Development
- Game engine expertise
- Game production knowledge
- Puzzle mechanics integration
- Time management
- Creative writing
- Dialogue and character writing
- Team Collaboration
- Customer service
Certification
AI Professional Skills Certification
Timeline
QA/Design Research Lead Intern (Summer 2026)
Chupacabra Productions
07.2026 - 08.2026
Prepared Foods Team Member
Whole Foods Market Inc
01.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Game Design and Experimental Media – Minor in Information Technology Management
Illinois Institute of Technology