Michael Hantz
Midland,MI
Summary
Innovative professional with many years of experience in competitive and creative environments. Striving to create engaging gameplay concepts and design elements while working with colleagues to drive creativity. Talented in developing prototypes and finalized content in line with guidelines and expectations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Game Designer
Riot Games
Los Angeles, CA
04.2022 - 04.2024
- Played a key role in maintaining game balance throughout numerous live patches.
- Sole ownership of the Augments mechanic in sets 10, 11, and 12.
- Design Lead for the set 10 mechanic, 'Legends'.
- Managed coordination of tasks and ensured timely completion of Augments across multiple teams and disciplines.
- Conducted playtests to identify areas of improvement in the game design.
- Maintained communication with stakeholders regarding project status updates and changes made along the way.
Senior Game Designer
Jam City
Carlsbad, CA
07.2020 - 03.2022
- Led and supervised game content and feature design, including managing scope and schedule
- Analyzed user testing data and peer content continuously, recommending and implementing design solutions for a enhanced user play experience.
- Led the onboarding, training, and management of team members
- Worked closely with the design team to evaluate and document game specifications, optimizing the design process and establishing game design as an integral pillar within the organization.
- Brainstorm and create new game modes, game features, and level building blocks for consistently original and fun content.
Game Designer
Jam City
Carlsbad, CA
12.2017 - 07.2020
Associate Game Designer
Jam City
Carlsbad, CA
02.2016 - 12.2017
Assault Amphibious Vehicle Mechanic
United States Marine Corps
Camp Pendleton, CA
10.2010 - 10.2014
- Honorable discharge
- Obtained rank of E-5/Sergeant
Education
MiraCosta College
Oceanside, CA01.2016
Alpena Community College
Alpena, MI01.2010
Alpena High School
Alpena, MI01.2008
Skills
- Quality Assurance Testing
- Project Documentation
- Troubleshooting and testing
- Design development
- Effective Communication
- Concept Development
References
Available on request
Timeline
Game Designer
Riot Games
04.2022 - 04.2024
Senior Game Designer
Jam City
07.2020 - 03.2022
Game Designer
Jam City
12.2017 - 07.2020
Associate Game Designer
Jam City
02.2016 - 12.2017
Assault Amphibious Vehicle Mechanic
United States Marine Corps
10.2010 - 10.2014
MiraCosta College
Alpena Community College
Alpena High School