Michael Johnson
Austin,TX
Summary
Highly proficient Game Developer bringing proven history of successfully utilizing latest technologies to create exciting games. Highly energetic professional with over 5 years of experience and meticulous eye for detail. Thorough understanding of gaming trends combined with expertise in various programming languages and game-related disciplines.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Unity Developer II
Carley Corporation
06.2023 - 04.2024
- Managed project requirements and accomplished objectives by self-monitoring progress and promptly solving issues.
- Prioritized tasks and carefully managed time to consistently meet delivery dates.
- Created prototypes based upon design ideas using C#.
- Followed specifications and technical limitations when designing to meet established design and gameplay objectives.
- Configured, installed and tuned Unity-based systems for performance in WebGL
- Planned and monitored implementation of technology-based learning programs.
Associate Level Designer
Level Ex
08.2021 - 04.2023
- Managed project requirements and accomplished objectives by self-monitoring progress and promptly solving issues.
- Developed and implemented game levels with in-game mechanics.
- Prioritized tasks and carefully managed time to consistently meet delivery dates.
- Debugged and tested game features to support quality assurance requirements.
- Established documents outlining concept, art, deliverable specifications, game flow charts and overall content to help keep projects moving and teams working together cohesively.
- Followed specifications and technical limitations when designing to meet established design and gameplay objectives.
- Designed and implemented gameplay mechanics and interactive elements for multiple titles.
- Created prototypes based upon design ideas using such programming languages such as C#
- Collaborated with game designers, artists and testers to ensure quality product delivery.
- Developed 2D and 3D video games for PC and mobile platforms using Unity 3D.
- Utilized C# to program logic, rules and AI in various game titles.
Software Engineer
BadVR
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Collaborated with management, internal and development partners regarding software application design status and project progress.
- Communicated with art, production and programming teams to design innovative game elements and optimize quality for better player experiences.
- Developed 2D and 3D video games for PC and mobile platforms using Unity 3D.
- Utilized C# to program logic, rules and AI in various game titles.
- Created prototypes based upon design ideas using such programming languages as C#.
Unity Developer
Savant Systems
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Rapidly prototyped new data processing capabilities to confirm integration feasibility into existing systems.
- Analyzed work to generate logic for new systems, procedures and tests.
- Designed and developed forward-thinking systems that meet user needs and improve productivity.
- Inspected equipment, assessed functionality and optimized controls.
- Corrected, modified and upgraded software to improve performance.
- Created prototypes based upon design ideas using such programming languages as C#.
- Utilized C# to program logic, rules and AI.
Jr. Unity Developer
Roof Stacks, Inc
05.2020 - 09.2020
- Followed specifications and technical limitations when designing to meet established design and gameplay objectives.
- Designed and implemented gameplay mechanics and interactive elements for multiple titles.
- Conducted research and information gathering to troubleshoot and improve content quality.
- Created prototypes based upon design ideas using such programming languages such as C#
Virtual Reality Developer/Associate Producer
C² Technologies
11.2019 - 04.2020
- Determined coding requirements for specialized scripts.
- Implemented content management and security resource tutorials to assist end-user training.
- Applied emerging technologies to update and maintain site applicability.
- Engaged with clients to plan and optimize site issues and queries.
- Discussed site and app requirements with clients to produce actionable development plans.
- Collected, defined and translated user requirements into project designs and implementation plans.
- Developed technical solutions required to accommodate specific user-facing assets
- Validated third-party code to comply with internal standards and technical requirements.
- Multi-tasked across multiple functions and roles to meet deadlines and organizational expectations.
- Designed and executed security measures such as firewalls and encryption.
- Planned and engineered RESTful web services to manipulate dynamic datasets.
- Followed specifications and technical limitations when designing to meet established design and gameplay objectives.
- Utilized C# to program logic, rules and AI in various game titles.
- Developed 2D and 3D video games for PC and mobile platforms using Unity 3D.
- Optimized game performance and loading times for PC and mobile platforms to enhance user experience.
Technical Game Designer
Caterpillar Inc
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Designed and developed forward-thinking systems that meet user needs and improve productivity.
- Designed unique and eye-catching games by meticulously creating graphics, audio, visual and AI behavioral elements.
- Developed 2D and 3D video games for PC and mobile platforms using Unity 3D.
- Used debugging techniques to identify issues with computer code and resolve errors.
- Collaborated with game designers, artists and testers to ensure quality product delivery.
- Debugged and tested game features to support quality assurance requirements.
- Developed and implemented game levels with in-game mechanics.
- Maintained and troubleshot game performance and system issues to enhance performance.
- Optimized game performance and loading times for PC and mobile platforms to enhance user experience.
- Utilized C# to program logic, rules and AI in various game titles.
Level Designer
Razor Edge Games
07.2017 - 04.2018
- Developed 2D and 3D video games for PC and mobile platforms using Unity 3D.
- Created core game storylines, role-play mechanics and character biographies for new video games franchise.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Game Design
Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL05.2017
Skills
- Unity 3D
- Game Design
- C#
- Industry Trends
- Project Workflow Management
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Game Prototypes
- Production Planning Software
- Sprint Planning
- Gameplay Development
- Microsoft Suite
Certification
- Project Management, LinkedIn - Issued February, 2023
- Audio Design, LinkedIn - Issued March, 2023
Shipped Titles
- TopDerm - iOS/Android (https://www.levelex.com/games/top-derm)
- CardioEX - iOS/Android (https://www.levelex.com/games/cardio-ex)
Timeline
Unity Developer II
Carley Corporation
06.2023 - 04.2024
Associate Level Designer
Level Ex
08.2021 - 04.2023
Software Engineer
BadVR
05.2021 - 07.2021
Unity Developer
Savant Systems
09.2020 - 05.2021
Jr. Unity Developer
Roof Stacks, Inc
05.2020 - 09.2020
Virtual Reality Developer/Associate Producer
C² Technologies
11.2019 - 04.2020
Technical Game Designer
Caterpillar Inc
08.2018 - 07.2019
Level Designer
Razor Edge Games
07.2017 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Science - Game Design
Full Sail University
- Project Management, LinkedIn - Issued February, 2023
- Audio Design, LinkedIn - Issued March, 2023
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