Summary
Technical Designer and Creative Game Developer with 9+ years of experience in Unity, Godot, and Unreal Engine. Specializes in Combat Systems, Enemy AI, and Narrative Design, with a passion for crafting immersive, interactive storytelling experiences.
Proven leader of cross-disciplinary teams from concept to release, with multiple shipped titles across PC, mobile, and browser platforms. Experienced educator and mentor with 5 years in classroom instruction. Currently authoring a narrative manuscript to further refine storytelling and character development skills. My full playlist showing small clips of games that I made can be found here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLW-76dYVtgVMH-mbVsVqrmN2dwRbsmrEu&si=lSk_-C7BlcxTHSh6
Skills
Software proficiency
Productions
- Video GameHyrokin Prime Remake (In Progress)
- Year2025
- RoleGame Designer / Programmer
- CompanyAdaptEd Labs
- Video GameThe Last Poem
- Year2022
- RoleGame Designer / Programmer
- CompanyExploding Planet Studios
- Mobile GameMagic Hands
- Year2017
- RoleGame Designer / Programmer
- CompanyExploding Planet Studios
- Mobile GameZombscape
- Year2016
- RoleGame Designer / Programmer
- CompanyExploding Planet Studios
- Mobile GameHyrokin Prime
- Year2016
- RoleGame Designer / Programmer
- CompanyExploding Planet Studios
Experience
- Dual Credit Video Game Design Instructor at Dallas ISDDallas, USAugust 2020 - Present
Dallas ISD | Aug 2020 – Present
● Designed and implemented hands-on curriculum for Video Game Design and 3D Modeling/Animation courses.
● Mentored students in game systems design, level design, and interactive storytelling, preparing them for careers in the game industry.
● Delivered engaging instruction using tools like Unity, Godot, and 3ds Max, adapting to diverse learning styles.
● Led extracurricular game dev clubs and school events to promote practical experience and collaboration. - Technical Designer at AdaptEd Labs (formerly Exploding Planet Studios)Forney, USJune 2015 - Present
● Directed a multidisciplinary team to release three mobile games, one AAA prototype, and one browser-based game across multiple platforms.
● Designed and developed The Last Poem, a narrative-driven action RPG featuring complex combat systems, enemy AI, and branching progression.
● Built intricate gameplay systems including melee, projectile, and spell mechanics, reward loops, and level progression.
● Authored comprehensive Game Design Documents (GDDs) to align development teams with project vision.
● Collaborated closely with artists and programmers to ensure cohesive design and a polished player experience. - General Manager at AMC TheatresTyler, USAugust 2015 - March 2023
● Held multiple leadership roles, including General Manager, Senior Manager, and Hourly Manager and Restaurant Theatre Manager across high-volume locations.
● Supervised teams of up to 50 employees, overseeing daily operations, customer service, and financial accountability.
● Championed staff training and development, contributing to increased team retention and performance.
● Implemented operational improvements that enhanced guest satisfaction and efficiency. - Intelligence Specialist at US NavyForney, USJanuary 2004 - January 2013
● Led teams of 30+ personnel in collecting, analyzing, and disseminating critical intelligence data.
● Coordinated with U.S. and international defense agencies, ensuring mission readiness and operational success.
● Developed and delivered training on complex intelligence systems and protocols.
● Excelled in high-stakes, multi-project environments, consistently meeting tight deadlines with accuracy.