Michael Stager
Petaluma,CA
Summary
Fueled by curiosity, persistence, and hard work, I’m a Computer Science: Game Design major at UC Santa Cruz passionate about creating games and technology. I love troubleshooting, self-teaching, and turning challenges into opportunities to learn.
Overview
2022
2022
years of professional experience
Work History
Prepared Foods Team Member
Whole Food Market
11.2020 - 05.2021
- Assisted customers with orders while managing stock of over 70 different prepared items, setup, and closing operations.
- Strengthened multitasking, organization, and customer service skills.
- Organized food and products by date and maintained adequate supplies.
Solar Panel Repair Team Member
Spencer Ogden
08.2019 - 09.2019
- Collaborated with a cross-functional team to repair solar panels.
- Gained hands-on technical and teamwork experience in a fast-paced environment.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
Electrics Sales Team Member
Target
10.2018 - 06.2019
- Helped customers with technology purchases, organized inventory of 100+ items, and maintained displays.
- Learned to explain technical products to non-technical audiences.
- Processed product returns and assisted customers with other selections.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Volunteer
Redwood FoodBank
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science: Game Development
University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA12-2027
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, CA06-2025
High School Diploma -
Novato High School
Novato, CA06-2019
Skills
- Programming & Development: Python, C, Unity (prototype systems, gameplay mechanics), Git/GitHub
- Hardware & Repair: Raspberry Pi, gaming controller and fight stick repair, PC troubleshooting
- Digital Fabrication & Tools: Basic knowledge of 3D printing, eager to learn laser cutting (Glowforge) & Cricut
- General: Strong problem-solving, customer service, teamwork, adaptability
Awards
- Community Engagement Award — Volunteered to take notes for special needs students.
- Best Bros Award — Student-nominated recognition for strong teamwork and kindness.
- The National Society of Leadership and Success - Allowed to join Santa Rosa junior college NSLS due to good grades and recognition of hard work.
Timeline
Prepared Foods Team Member
Whole Food Market
11.2020 - 05.2021
Solar Panel Repair Team Member
Spencer Ogden
08.2019 - 09.2019
Electrics Sales Team Member
Target
10.2018 - 06.2019
Volunteer
Redwood FoodBank
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science: Game Development
University of California, Santa Cruz
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Santa Rosa Junior College
High School Diploma -
Novato High School