Microsoft Studios
Industry: Video game company
DescriptionMicrosoft Studios is the video game production wing for Microsoft, responsible for the development and publishing of games for the Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Games for Windows, Steam, Windows Store and Windows Phone platforms. Parent organization: Microsoft Corporation Headquarters: Redmond, WA Founded: 2002, Redmond, WA Subsidiaries: Mojang, Ninja Theory, Turn 10 Studios, Rare, Key people: Phil Spencer, Larry Hryb
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Microsoft Studios Employees
Microsoft Studios July 2014 - Present
Microsoft June 2013 - June 2014
Microsoft August 2011 - June 2013
Microsoft October 2001 - August 2010
University of Victoria May 1993 - April 2001
Skills
Analytics, Data visualization, Data mining, Human-computer..., User Experience, Prototyping, Visualization, Data science, Data Visualization, Data Mining, Video Games, Data Science, Information Architecture, Human Computer..., Game Design, User Interface Design, User Research, User Interface, Usability Testing, User-centered Design, Usability Engineering, Usability, Survey Design, User Experience Design, Research Design, Persona, User Scenarios, Prototype, Interaction Design, Machine Learning, Heuristic Evaluation, Mobile Applications, Data Analysis, Statistics
Education
University of Victoria 2000 — 2007
PhD, Psychology
Carleton University 1990 — 1994
BA, Psychology
Oculus VR June 2015 - Present
Golden Glitch Studios LLC August 2013 - Present
Her Interactive September 2014 - May 2015
Signal Studios January 2014 - August 2014
Microsoft Studios February 2013 - January 2014
Microsoft Studios May 2012 - August 2012
Maxis - Electronic Arts May 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Video Games, User Interface Design, Game Development, Narrative, Flash, Gameplay, Web Design, Web Development, Video Game Production, Team Management, Unity3D, Storyboarding, ActionScript, Scripting, Xbox, Python, Game Design, Narrative Design, Level Design, Creative Direction, Production, User Experience, JavaScript, HTML 5, CSS3, InDesign, Photoshop, Public Speaking
Education
Carnegie Mellon University 2009 — 2012
B.A., Creative Writing, Human-Computer Interaction, with University & College Honors
Microsoft Studios February 2013 - Present
Epic Games September 2011 - December 2012
Epic Games July 2009 - September 2011
3D Realms August 2008 - May 2009
The Guildhall at SMU January 2007 - July 2008
Timpanogos High School December 2005 - December 2006
Timpanogos High School June 2004 - December 2005
Skills
Level Design, Video Games, Gameplay, Multiplayer, 3D, Unreal Engine 3, Leadership, Xbox 360, Unreal Editor, Game Development, Game Design, PS3, Game Mechanics, Computer Games, Environment Art, Xbox, Console, UnrealScript
Education
Southern Methodist University 2007 — 2008
Utah Valley University 2003 — 2006
Microsoft Studios October 2014 - Present
Microsoft June 2010 - October 2014
Tucani Media Network June 2009 - July 2010
Intelligent Wireless Products, Inc. April 2008 - February 2009
AT&T Mobility March 2005 - February 2008
AT&T Wireless / Cingular Wireless July 2000 - March 2005
AT&T Wireless June 1998 - August 1999
McCaw Communications Cellular One December 1990 - June 1998
Skills
Business Development, Partner Management, Product Development, Location Based Services, Wireless, Go-to-market Strategy, Mobile Devices, Strategic Partnerships, Mobile Communications, Telecommunications, Solution Selling, SaaS, Product Management, LTE, Mobile Technology, 4G, Mobile Applications, Product Marketing, Product Planning, Cross-functional Team..., Management, Marketing Strategy, CRM, B2B, Vendor Management, Strategy
Education
Seattle University
MBA, Marketing, International Business
Amazon April 2014 - Present
Rumor Games, LLC January 2012 - Present
Microsoft Studios August 2008 - June 2012
Vuzix September 2007 - November 2007
Microsoft Game Studios June 2007 - August 2007
E3 Technologies July 2006 - November 2006
Skills
Game Development, Software Development, C#, XNA, Unity3D, WPF, Game Design, Software Engineering, Visual Studio, iOS development, Xbox 360, Console, Video Games, Mobile Games
Education
Rochester Institute of Technology 2003 — 2008
Bachelor of Science (BS), Software Engineering
Microsoft Studios February 2015 - Present
Team Aurora October 2011 - May 2014
Skills
Unity3D, Game Balance, Game Design Documents, Level Design, Game Mechanics, Quest Design, Gameplay Balancing, Content Design, Gameplay Systems, Unreal Editor, World Building, Game Design, Video Games, Video Game Production, Game Development, ActionScript, Unreal Engine, Gameplay, Computer Games, Flash, Photoshop, Game Programming
Education
Champlain College 2010 — 2014
BS Degree of Game Design, Game and Interactive Media Design
Microsoft November 2014 - Present
Microsoft Studios March 2012 - Present
Microsoft Studios March 2009 - March 2012
Surreal Software March 2007 - March 2009
Volt May 2005 - May 2007
X6technologies March 2006 - May 2006
Skills
Xbox 360, Game Development, Game Design, Video Games, Gameplay, Xbox, Game Mechanics, 3D Studio Max, Scripting, Animation, XML, PS3, HTML, Graphic Design, Programming, World Design, iPhone, Software Development, Interaction Design, Mobile Applications, iOS, Premiere, After Effects, Information Design, User Experience, Concept Design, Storyboarding, Unreal Editor, Flash, Kinect, Innovation, Creative Process, Incubation, Unreal Engine 3, User Interface Design, Console, Multiplayer, Computer Games, Holography
Education
Bellevue College 2004 — 2006
AA, Animation and Graphic Design
Bellevue College 2002 — 2004
AA, Digital Game Design
Microsoft Studios July 2014 - Present
Self employed December 2011 - Present
Dell March 2014 - July 2014
Microsoft January 2013 - December 2013
Digital Double May 2011 - November 2011
Digital Double, LLC October 2010 - May 2011
Digital Double, LLC March 2010 - September 2010
Skills
Maya, Organic Modeling, Character Modeling, Animation, 3D, Texturing, Character Animation, Computer Animation, Video Games, Photoshop, UV mapping, 3D Modeling, After Effects
Education
Bellevue College 2008 — 2010
Animation & Graphics, Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects
University of Idaho 2006 — 2007
Associate of Arts (AA), Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects
Microsoft Corporation September 2010 - Present
Microsoft Corporation October 2009 - October 2010
Microsoft July 2009 - October 2009
Microsoft January 2007 - July 2009
Microsoft April 2004 - January 2007
Microsoft Studios June 2000 - April 2004
Microsoft Studios July 1997 - June 2000
Microsoft September 1996 - July 1997
Microsoft Corporation January 1995 - September 1996
Digital Post & Graphics, Seattle, WA July 1993 - January 1995
Skills
Program Management, Streaming Media, Cloud Computing, Broadcast Production, Interactive TV, Digital Asset Management, Web Development, Adaptive Streaming, Live Video Streaming, Digital Rights, DRM, PlayReady, Encoding, Broadcast, SharePoint, Software Development, Integration, SOA, Product Management, Video, Digital Media, SaaS
Education
University of Colorado Boulder 1989 — 1993
BS
The Seattle Public Library April 2013 - Present
Art Institute of Seattle and Argosy University, Seattle Campus November 2006 - October 2012
Art Institute of Seattle October 2003 - November 2006
Microsoft Studios January 2002 - October 2003
amazon.com June 2002 - August 2002
Skills
Library Management, Information Technology, Library Instruction, Program Management, Accreditation, Technical Writing, Collection Development, Customer Service, Cataloging, Information Management, Library Reference, Research, Marketing, Information Literacy, Virtual Reference, Metadata, Library Science, Library, Leadership, Community Outreach, E-Learning, Circulation, Staff Development, Electronic Resources, Teaching, Higher Education, Social Media, Archives, Digital Libraries, Public Speaking, Library Research, Librarians
Education
Argosy University Seattle 2010 — 2012
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
University of Washington 2000 — 2002
MLIS, Library and Information Science
Oberlin College 1993 — 1997
BA, History / East Asian
Monolith Productions (WB Games) March 2015 - Present
Independent May 2014 - Present
Microsoft Studios May 2011 - April 2014
Microsoft Game Studios September 2010 - June 2011
Microsoft Game Studios January 2007 - October 2010
Evil Bunny Films 2007 - 2008
Microsoft 2002 - 2006
Microsoft Corp. September 2000 - June 2002
Skills
IP development, Screenwriting, Short Stories, Video Games, Storytelling, Narrative, Editing, Writing, Technical Writing, Video Production, Video Game Development, Final Cut Pro, Dialogue, World Building, Narrative Design, Game Development, Creative Writing, Xbox 360, Dialog Programs, Content Development, Content Strategy, Blogging, Web Content, Interactive..., Computer Games, Game Mechanics, Content Management, Video Game Production, Perforce, Scripting, IP, Creative Direction, Publishing, Film, Entertainment, Game Design
Education
University of Melbourne 1996 — 1999
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), English Literature
University of Melbourne 1990 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts with Honors, English Literature
UMT Consulting Group August 2014 - Present
Microsoft Studios June 2012 - April 2014
Monitor Deloitte June 2005 - April 2011
Skills
Strategy, Financial Modeling, Management Consulting, Research, Market Entry, Pricing Strategy, Organizational Design, Organizational..., Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Strategy, Analysis, Strategic Consulting, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Planning, Analytics, Marketing, Business Planning, Business Development, Technology, Management, Consulting
Education
University of California, Berkeley - Walter A. Haas School of Business 2011 — 2013
Full-time MBA
Universidade Estadual de Campinas 2001 — 2006
B.Sc, Computer Engineering
Greater Seattle Area 2014 - Present
Microsoft Studios April 2013 - September 2014
Microsoft Studios March 2012 - April 2013
Microsoft Startup Business Group February 2009 - March 2012
Microsoft Aces Studio December 2001 - February 2009
Skills
Product Management, User Experience, Strategy, Simulations, Game Development, Strategic Partnerships, Mobile Devices, Game Design, Leadership, Management, Video Games, Software Development, Software Design, Agile Methodologies, Data Analysis, Data Synthesis, Agile Project Management, Business Development, New Product Ideas, Monetization, Product Marketing, Partner Management, Scrum, Digital Marketing, Change Management, Integrated Marketing, Content Management, Marketing Strategy, Franchise Management, Online Gaming, Xbox, Xbox 360, Mobile Games, Casual Games, Social Games
Education
California State University-Fullerton
BA, Business Adminstration (Marketing & Finance, English minor)
Manifest. November 2013 - Present
SCORBITZ July 2012 - May 2013
Mention, LLC September 2011 - December 2011
Microsoft Studios January 2011 - April 2011
Violent Protest Games (final project team) July 2009 - November 2009
Skills
Objective-C, iPhone Application..., Xcode, Game Design, Photoshop, Web Design, 3D Modeling, HTML, CSS, Maya, Website Creation, User Interface Design, Illustrator, Cocos2d, Texture Art, Particle Illusion
Education
Full Sail University 2008 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (BS), Game Art
Simply Placed November 2013 - Present
Microsoft June 2004 - June 2011
Microsoft Studios 2000 - 2004
Microsoft 1995 - 2000
Third Avenue Productions 1994 - 1995
Skills
Video, Video Production, Content Strategy, Digital Media, Content Development, Television, New Media, Web Video, Content Management, Digital Marketing, Streaming Media, Video Editing, Broadcast, Digital Strategy, Storytelling
Education
University of Nebraska-Lincoln 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Journalism, Broadcasting
Lincoln East HIgh
Freelance May 1994 - Present
Camera One August 2000 - May 2013
Microsoft Studios 1994 - 2013
Vendaria 2005 - 2012
Destination Marketing 2005 - August 2006
Victory Studios January 1995 - August 2006
Red Jet Films 2002 - 2006
Flicker and Blur 2004 - 2005
Piranha Productions 2003 - 2005
PBS NY, NJ, WA 1994 - 2005
Skills
Video Production, Interactive Advertising, Broadcast, Television News, Video Editing, Camera Operating, Post Production, Final Cut Pro, Adobe Creative Suite, Avid, Color Correction, Audio Post Production, Audio Editing, Pro Tools, Music Production, Digital Performer, Entertainment, Commercials, Corporate Communications, Documentaries, Producer, Photography, Canon Cameras, Film Cameras, Motion Control, Time Lapse Photography, Video Compression, Transcoding, DVD authoring, Studio Recording, Field Recording, Technical Direction, Architectural..., Music, Video, Videography, Production, Camera Operation
Education
Syracuse University
Bluetooth SIG October 2014 - Present
Microsoft Studios May 2013 - August 2014
Expedia March 2012 - February 2013
Turn 10 Studios September 2011 - April 2012
Microsoft April 2011 - September 2011
Microsoft June 2010 - December 2010
Trident Seafoods March 2007 - June 2010
Fukuoka Board of Education August 2004 - August 2006
Skills
Editing, Content Management, Microsoft Office, Technical Writing, Social Media, Copywriting, Content Development, Web Content, Marketing, WordPress, Proofreading, Market Research, SEO, Content Strategy, Public Relations
Education
Bellevue College 2006 — 2007
Certificate, Technical Communications
University of Auckland 1997 — 2000
BA, Philosophy, English
Honeywell April 2015 - Present
Microsoft December 2013 - Present
Microsoft Studios October 2010 - December 2013
Ward of the 21st Century January 2009 - August 2010
Skills
User Research, Human Computer..., Heuristic Evaluation, Usability Testing, Human Factors, Video Games, Strategy, Market Research, Contextual Inquiry, Usability Engineering, User Experience, User-centered Design
Education
Georgia Institute of Technology 2005 — 2008
MS, Psychology
University of Calgary 2002 — 2005
BA, Psychology
iPro, Inc. January 2015 - Present
Microsoft Studios April 2009 - November 2013
IF/THEN August 2007 - April 2009
Modern Dog July 2006 - August 2006
Design Commission June 2005 - September 2005
Skills
iconography design, User Interface Design, Interaction Design, Illustration, Information Design, Typography, Adobe Creative Suite, Posters, User Interface, Graphics, Photoshop, User Experience, Corporate Identity, Branding & Identity, Art Direction, Visual Communication, Graphic Design, Logo Design, Illustrator
Education
Cornish College of the Arts 2004 — 2007
BFA, Graphic Design
Microsoft Studios November 2012 - July 2015
Microsoft December 2010 - November 2012
PMS Clan Inc November 2005 - January 2011
Intel August 2008 - December 2008
Lutron Electronics May 2007 - August 2007
Lutron Electronics May 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Community Management, Video Games, Social Media Marketing, Online Gaming, User Experience, Online Moderation, Social Networking, Computer Games, Photoshop, Marketing, Administration, Forums, Customer Service, Management, Casual Games, Social Media, Xbox 360, Customer Relations, System Administration, Event Planning, Moderation, Blogging, Video Game Production, Development, Supply Chain Management, Program Management, Production, Scrum, Agile Project Management, Microsoft Office, JIRA
Education
Clarkson University 2005 — 2009
Undergraduate, Interdiciplinary Engineering and Management
Parkland High School 2001 — 2005
Actively Seeking Employment April 2015 - Present
Flyte Center January 2015 - April 2015
Microsoft August 2012 - January 2015
Microsoft Studios February 2009 - August 2012
Microsoft Game Studios (ACES) December 2004 - February 2009
Volt Information Sciences December 2003 - December 2004
EngHOUSE Systems September 1999 - April 2003
ConneXt April 1996 - August 1999
Tellus Inc. April 1994 - April 1996
Skills
C#, Databases, .NET, Programming, C++, C, Visual Studio, Win32 API, WPF, ArcSDE, CLI, Object Oriented Design, ArcGIS, Web Services, Software Development, Software Design, Software Engineering, Agile Methodologies, Scrum, Microsoft SQL Server, OOP, GIS
Education
University of Washington 1991 — 1993
BSEE, Electrical Engineering
Bellevue College 1988 — 1991
ASE, Engineering
Riot Games May 2015 - Present
Obsidian Entertainment June 2014 - April 2015
Microsoft Studios March 2013 - May 2014
PopCap Games November 2012 - March 2013
Microsoft Studios November 2011 - November 2012
Rickwood Music May 2010 - November 2011
Bryan Higa Productions January 2009 - November 2011
Velvet Runway - 80's Tribute Band January 2009 - September 2011
Game Developers Conference February 2011 - March 2011
AFAB Studio January 2010 - May 2010
Skills
Sound Design, Unreal Engine 3, Field Recording, Pro Tools, Music, Recording, Sound, Composition, Studio Recording, Wwise, Audio Engineering, Xbox 360, Video Games, Audio Editing, Film, MIDI, Knife Skills, Mastering, Sound Editing
Education
The University of Georgia 2004 — 2009
BMUS, Music Education, Music Business
The Disney Design Group April 2014 - Present
The Disney Design Group June 2013 - April 2014
The Disney Design Group June 2012 - June 2013
MICROSOFT STUDIOS January 2012 - May 2012
DESIGN CENTER, RCAD August 2011 - December 2011
American Greetings June 2011 - August 2011
CIRQUE DU SOLEIL January 2011 - May 2011
THE BILINGUAL SOURCE June 2010 - July 2010
Skills
Graphic Design, Typography, Bookbinding, Branding & Identity, Posters, Logo Design, After Effects, Graphics, Concept Design, Interaction Design, Photoshop, Corporate Identity, Web Design, Packaging, User Interface Design
Education
Ringling School of Art and Design 2008 — 2012
B.F.A in Graphic & Interactive Communication, Graphic & Interactive Communication
Cat Daddy Games June 2014 - Present
Microsoft Studios January 2013 - June 2013
Signal Studios July 2012 - August 2012
Microsoft Studios January 2012 - July 2012
ING Investment Management June 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Oral & Written..., Problem Solving, Organization, Time Management, Java, C#, Game Design, Game Development, Attention to Detail, Program Management, Software Development, Computer Games, Video Games, Product Development, Product Management, Production Planning, Project Planning
Education
Northeastern University 2009 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Computer Science and Game Design, 3.70
Northfield Mount Hermon 2005 — 2009
High School Diploma
Microsoft Studios May 2011 - Present
Microsoft Game Studios 2003 - May 2011
Skills
User-centered Design, Usability Testing, Human Computer..., Usability Engineering, User Research, User Scenarios, Heuristic Evaluation, User Experience, Persona, User Interface, Paper Prototyping, Contextual Inquiry, Interaction Design, Mobile Devices, User Interface Design, Research Design, Task Analysis, Video Games, Agile Methodologies, Survey Design, Usability, Statistics, Human Factors, Information Architecture, Card Sorting, User Experience Design, Ethnography, Wireframes
Education
University of Cincinnati 1996 — 2002
Ph.D., Experimental Psychology
Duolingo November 2014 - Present
343 Industries January 2014 - July 2014
Age of Empires August 2013 - December 2013
Scheller Teacher Education Program February 2013 - July 2013
Scheller Teacher Education Program August 2012 - February 2013
Microsoft Studios June 2012 - August 2012
Scheller Teacher Education Program February 2012 - June 2012
Scheller Teacher Education Program September 2011 - January 2012
GAMBIT [Singapore-MIT GAMBIT Game Lab] June 2011 - August 2011
GAMBIT [Singapore-MIT GAMBIT Game Lab] January 2011 - May 2011
Skills
Python, C++, Java, JavaScript, HTML, jQuery, Microsoft Office, Django, Computer Science, User Interface, User Interface Design, Programming
Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 2011 — 2012
Masters, Computer Science
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 2007 — 2011
BS, Computer Science
Microsoft Studios 2013 - 2014
Microsoft 2012 - 2013
Microsoft Game Studios - Good Science Studio 2011 - 2012
Microsoft Game Studios - Good Science Studio 2010 - 2011
Microsoft Game Studios 2009 - 2010
Microsoft Game Studios 2008 - 2009
Microsoft Game Studios 2005 - 2008
Microsoft 2004 - 2005
Microsoft Game Studios 2003 - 2004
Microsoft Game Studios 2000 - 2003
Skills
Xbox 360, Xbox, User Experience, Video Games, Mobile Games, PS3, Game Development, Social Games, Console, Game Design, Scrum, Perforce, Testing, Computer Games, Gameplay, Agile Project Management, Casual Games, Multiplayer, Kinect, Project Management
Education
Tuskegee University
BS, Computer Science
All Star Orchestra August 2012 - Present
Zevon Productions January 2011 - Present
Backbone Campaign January 2009 - Present
Wheelhouse Communications January 2002 - Present
Sprocket and Dubs January 1987 - Present
Making a Difference, Eloise's Cooking Pot Food Bank April 2012 - May 2012
Other 98% January 2011 - May 2012
Weber Shandwick 1969 - 2012
Microsoft Studios 2005 - 2008
NBC Entertainment January 1996 - January 2002
Skills
Video Editing, Video, Editing, Broadcast, Post Production, Final Cut Pro, Video Production, Sound, Entertainment, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Avid, Avid Media Composer, Film Production, Film, Feature Films, Short Films, Music Videos, Videography, Producing
Education
Queens College 2002 — 2003
MFA, Photography
New York University 1979 — 1981
BFA, Film/Television
Croquet Creative, Inc. 2007 - Present
The Film School/Seattle 2008 - 2009
Microsoft Studios December 2004 - August 2008
Coach U 2003 - 2008
NetExec, Inc January 1998 - August 2003
Digital Equipment Corporation January 1993 - January 1997
Digital Equipment Corporation 1993 - 1997
Digital Equipment Corporation January 1990 - January 1993
Digital Equipment Corporation January 1989 - January 1990
Fluor Daniel Research January 1987 - January 1989
Skills
Human Resources, Video Production, Content Strategy, Blogging, Creative Writing, Editing, Executive Coaching, Copy Editing
Education
Seattle Pacific University 2003 — 2006
Psychology, Psychology
Microsoft Studios April 2012 - Present
Skills
Usability, Human Computer..., Video Games, Usability Engineering, Usability Testing, User Experience, User Research, Game Development, User-centered Design, User Interface, Xbox 360
Education
Georgia Institute of Technology 2002 — 2006
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Engineering / Applied Experimental Psychology
Georgia Institute of Technology 1999 — 2002
Master of Science (MS), Engineering / Applies Experimental Psychology
University of Florida 1997 — 1999
B.A., Psychology
T-Mobile October 2014 - Present
Microsoft March 2013 - September 2014
Microsoft - XBOX Live Video Marketplace June 2007 - February 2013
Microsoft Studios March 1999 - March 2007
Pinnacle Studios 1998 - 1999
Beantown Productions 1997 - 1998
Banned From The Ranch Entertainment 1997 - 1997
Warner Bros. "Space Jam" 1995 - 1996
Paramount Pictures "Frasier" 1993 - 1994
Paramount Pictures "Star Trek The Next Generation" 1991 - 1992
Skills
Digital Media, Video, Content Management, Digital Marketing, Content Strategy, Video Production, New Media, Creative Direction, Project Management, Mobile Applications, Strategy, Web Video, VOD, Multimedia, Information Architecture, Television, Cross-functional Team..., Streaming Media, Broadcast, Animation, Digital Video, Film, Production Planning, Strategic Partnerships, Digital Strategy, Program Management, Mobile Devices, Production Budgeting, Content Development, Leadership, Web Project Management, Post Production..., Digital Asset Management, Team Leadership, Integrated Marketing, Online Advertising, Management, Producing, Operational Excellence, Post Production, Media Production, Storytelling, User Experience, Partner Management, Video Editing, IPTV, Outsourcing, Publishing, Interactive TV
Education
University of Nebraska-Lincoln 1987 — 1992
Bachelors, Broadcast Journalism with High Distinction. Minors in Film, Economics & History.
Momentum Media April 2011 - Present
ImageWorks November 2008 - March 2011
Imageworks Media Group November 2008 - March 2011
Microsoft Studios March 2008 - November 2008
Central Washington University September 2003 - March 2008
Applied Video Production June 2006 - September 2006
Skills
Post Production, Video Production, Video, Television, Final Cut Pro, Technical Writing, Creative Writing, Project Management, Public Relations, Creative Direction, Advertising
Education
Central Washington University 2003 — 2008
Journalism, Broadcast, History, Creative Writing, Video Production
Central Washington University 2003 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Broadcast Journalism
Electronic Arts (EA) May 2015 - Present
Microsoft Studios November 2012 - April 2015
Harbottle & Lewis October 2008 - November 2012
EA SPORTS April 2000 - October 2008
Harbottle & Lewis September 1994 - April 2000
Skills
Sports, Football, Interactive..., Business Development, Social Games, Athletics, Digital Distribution, Licensing, Intellectual Property, Copyright Law, Online Gaming, Mergers & Acquisitions, Marketing Strategy, Video Games, Digital Marketing, Strategy, Mobile Devices, Management
Education
The College of Law, Guildford 1993 — 1994
LPC
The University of Dundee 1988 — 1992
LLB, Law
Waggener Edstrom July 2012 - Present
Flip Media LLC July 2006 - Present
WE Studio D July 2010 - January 2012
Studio D - Waggener Edstrom May 2010 - July 2010
The Ant Farm February 2009 - April 2010
Final Draft, Inc. June 2007 - June 2008
Final Draft June 2007 - June 2008
Microsoft May 2001 - May 2006
Microsoft Studios May 1999 - May 2001
Microsoft May 1997 - May 1999
Skills
Creative Direction, Strategic Communications, Brand Communication, Content Strategy, Digital Media, Online Advertising, Digital Strategy, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Television, Content Development, Strategic Partnerships, New Media, Marketing Strategy, Digital Marketing, Entertainment, Advertising, Integrated Marketing, User Experience, Video Production, Film Production, Broadcast, Strategy, Video, Marketing Communications, Brand Development, Media Production, Film, Photography, Marketing, Copywriting
Education
New York University 1988 — 1990
BFA, Film and Television Production, Minor Cinema Studies
Franklin College in Switzerland 1983 — 1985
AA, Economics
Microsoft Studios September 2012 - Present
Microsoft Studios January 2007 - September 2012
Skills
Xbox 360
Education
Digipen Institute of Technology 2002 — 2006
B.S. RTIS, Computer Science
Xbox September 2014 - Present
Microsoft Studios May 2013 - Present
Skills
Business Management, Business Operations, Program Management, People Management, Leadership, Business Process, Collaborative Problem..., Agile Methodologies, Strategic Communications, Process Improvement, Teamwork, IT Operations, Team Leadership, Strategic Planning, Stakeholder Management, People Development, Continuous Delivery, Team Management, Online Services, Shared Services, Management, Cultural Awareness, IT Strategy, Change Management, Software Project..., Software Development, Business Analysis, Enterprise Software, SharePoint, Requirements Analysis, Vendor Management, Project Management, Business Intelligence, Budgets, Time Management, Governance, ERP, Architecture, Testing, Fundraising, Human Resources, Visio, SDLC
Education
Western Washington University 1998 — 2002
BA, Marketing, Business Administration, Internet Studies
Bellevue College 1997 — 1998
Tableau Software January 2015 - Present
Delphena Digital October 2004 - Present
Microsoft July 2008 - December 2014
Microsoft June 2007 - June 2008
Microsoft July 2006 - December 2006
Microsoft Studios March 2002 - December 2004
Jack Morton Worldwide September 1999 - August 2000
Imagio September 1999 - August 2000
Sitewerks October 1997 - July 1998
Boeing February 1997 - September 1997
Skills
Interaction Design, Information Architecture, Art Direction, User Experience, User Interface Design, Web Design, User Experience Design, User Interface, Usability Testing, Graphic Design, Persona, User Research, Wireframes, Usability Engineering, Flash, Usability, User Scenarios, E-commerce, Visual Design, Advertising, Iterative Design, Photography, User-centered Design, Mobile Design, Experience Design, Multimedia, Graphics
Education
University of Oregon 1988 — 1992
Visual Design, Photography; Composition Theory Studies
Universityof Oregon
visual design and photography
Precor June 2014 - Present
Microsoft Studios September 2012 - April 2014
Microsoft Game Studios August 2009 - September 2012
Microsoft Game Studios March 2006 - August 2009
ITT Technical Institute August 2004 - March 2006
Cyan Worlds May 2004 - March 2006
Cyan Worlds, Inc. July 2001 - May 2004
Cyan Worlds, Inc. February 1999 - July 2001
Viewpoint Datalabs May 1995 - February 1999
Project Design Consultants October 1989 - December 1991
Skills
3D, Animation, Computer Graphics, Computer Animation, Concept Design, Creative Direction, User-centered Design, Rapid Prototyping, User Interface Design, User Experience, Adobe Creative Suite, Visual Design, Usability Testing, Typography, Motion Graphics, Team Building, Art Direction, Information Architecture, Interaction Design, Digital Illustration, Graphic Design, Xbox 360, User Interface, Game Development, Game Design, Maya, 3D Studio Max, Character Animation, 3D Modeling, Film, Visual Effects, Web Design, Android Development, iOS Design, Mobile Product..., Agile Methodologies, Mentoring, HTML 5, CSS, PS3, User Experience Design, Zbrush, Color Theory, Relationship Management, Strategic Planning, Marketing
Education
Brigham Young University 1991 — 1997
B.F.A., Communications
Microsoft Studios April 2015 - Present
Publicis Groupe / Relevant24 April 2014 - April 2015
Strong Mind November 2012 - April 2014
Cultura UDG September 2005 - January 2011
Universidad de Guadalajara September 2002 - September 2005
RR-studio Creativo October 2002 - March 2004
PVNET February 2003 - January 2004
RANET January 2000 - January 2001
Skills
Multimedia Development, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Web Design, Flash Animation, Dreamweaver, InDesign, Fireworks, Photoshop, Illustrator, Digital Illustration, 3D, 3D animation, Rendering, Digital Cinema, Cinema 4D, Macromedia, Online Marketing, Vector Illustration, Digital Photography, Digital Design, Creative Development, Product Creation, Publications, Video, Digital Media, Social Media Marketing, New Media, Motion Graphics, Modeling, Character Animation, Visual Effects, Visual Arts, Visual Communication, Matte Painting, Live Action, Web Applications, Web, Web 2.0, Sound Forge, Sony Vegas, Audio Editing, Creative Problem Solving, Computer Animation
Education
3D MX, University Design 2009 — 2011
Master, Animación y Post-Produccion Digital
Universidad de Guadalajara 2002 — 2005
Licenciatura, Ingenieria en Comunicacion Multimedia
Girl with a Curl August 2009 - Present
BYU Broadcasting August 2009 - April 2011
Run Studios, LLC April 2007 - June 2009
Microsoft Studios October 2006 - April 2007
Skills
Video, Video Production, Documentaries, Post Production, Film Production, Broadcast, Directing, Film, Videography, Producers, Short Films, Content Strategy
Education
Brigham Young University
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Theater Media Arts; Acting
Army Game Studio December 2013 - Present
Freelance 3D/ 2D Artist June 2013 - Present
Microsoft Studios January 2011 - June 2013
BYU Senior Film January 2010 - January 2011
Microsoft Games Studios May 2010 - August 2010
Disney Interactive Studios/ Avalanche Software June 2009 - March 2010
Volunteer Organization July 2003 - August 2005
Skills
Maya, Character Animation, Animation, Zbrush, 3D Modeling, Mudbox, Texturing, Concept Design, Video Games, Computer Graphics, Storyboarding, Game Development, After Effects, Modeling, Premiere, Computer Animation, Flash, Flash Animation, Rendering, Traditional Animation, 3D, Game Design, Art, Illustrator, Visual Effects, Unity3D, 3D Studio Max, Unreal Engine 3, Xbox 360, Digital Painting, UV mapping, Level Design, ZBrush
Education
Brigham Young University 2007 — 2010
B.F.A, Animation
Utah Valley University 2005 — 2007
A.A.S, Multimedia Communications
Zynga February 2013 - Present
Zynga September 2012 - Present
A Bit Lucky, Inc. (acquired by Zynga in September 2012) August 2012 - September 2012
A Bit Lucky, Inc. February 2012 - August 2012
Microsoft Studios August 2009 - February 2012
Microsoft Game Studios August 2008 - August 2009
Bungie June 2007 - September 2007
KBMJ Inc. June 2006 - September 2006
Electronic Arts June 2005 - September 2005
Education
Stanford University 2007 — 2008
M.S., Computer Science, Human-Computer Interaction
Stanford University 2003 — 2007
B.S., Computer Science
Microsoft October 2012 - Present
Bryan Howell, Freelance Writing & Narrative Design November 2011 - Present
Microsoft Studios January 2012 - October 2012
Redfin January 2010 - November 2011
LucasArts June 2006 - March 2010
Microsoft Game Studios December 2000 - June 2006
Auragen Communications November 1999 - November 2000
WOKR TV-13 November 1998 - November 1999
Skills
Video Games, Screenwriting, Game Design, Story Structure, Narrative, Creative Writing, Scripting, Game Development, Editing, Creative Direction, Xbox 360, Film, Writing, Script Doctoring, Video, Publishing, Editorial, Copy Editing, Television, Humor, Interactive Storytelling, Dialog Programs, Gameplay, Computer Games, Screenwriter, Narrative Design, Fiction Writing, Multimedia Storytelling, Mobile Games, Multiplayer, Casual Games, Video Game Production, Social Games, Dialogue, Dialogue Editing, Marketing Communications, Video editing, Adobe Creative Suite
Education
Rochester Institute of Technology 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Science, Professional & Technical Communication
OFA 1990 — 1994
Sears Holdings Corporation July 2013 - Present
Groupon May 2012 - August 2012
Microsoft Studios March 2012 - May 2012
Leprino Foods May 2009 - June 2011
Infosys June 2004 - May 2007
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Business Intelligence, Competitive Analysis, Strategy, Analytics, Program Management, Project Management, Business Development, CRM, Business Strategy, Management, IT Strategy, Analysis, Supply Chain Management, Marketing, Market Research, Business Analysis, Product Management, Data Analysis, Segmentation, Market Analysis, Integrated Marketing, Sales, Product Marketing, Product Development, Leadership, Start-ups
Education
University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business 2011 — 2013
MBA, Strategy and Marketing
Andhra University 2000 — 2004
B.E., Electronics and Communications
Delhi Public School
University of Michigan
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
DHX Media August 2013 - Present
Anonymous Hippopotamus March 2013 - Present
Microsoft studios May 2011 - February 2013
Microsoft Studios April 2009 - May 2011
Disney Online Studios September 2010 - March 2011
United Front Games January 2009 - October 2010
Liquid Entertainment November 2008 - January 2009
Activision/Blizzard - Radical Entertainment January 2006 - September 2008
Digital Ink Illustration Inc. September 2001 - September 2005
Vivendi Universal Games October 1996 - September 2004
Skills
Visual Development, Concept Design, Art Direction, Conceptual Art, IP creation, Interactive Storytelling, Visual Arts, PS3, Creative Direction, Video Games, Animation, Character Animation, Illustration, Game Development, Texturing, Visual Effects, Xbox 360, Illustrator
Education
The University of the Arts 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Animation
Target December 2014 - Present
Microsoft Studios December 2012 - November 2014
Washington Vocational Services June 2009 - December 2012
Dual Power Productions June 2011 - August 2011
U.S. Census Bureau -- Census Coverage Management April 2010 - June 2010
Seattle Opera September 2009 - January 2010
f.y.e. October 2007 - January 2009
Skills
Microsoft Office, Editing, Social Networking, Customer Service, Final Cut Pro, Video Editing, Event Planning, Fundraising, Video Production, Management, Photography, Photoshop, Interviews, Nonprofits, Adobe Creative Suite, Organizing, Group and Individual..., Problem Solving, Community Outreach, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Theatre, Social Media, Non-profits, Facebook, Event Management, Organization Skills, Video, Film Production, Film, Post Production, Screenwriting
Education
Seattle Central Community College 2010 — 2012
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS), Film & Video Production
Microsoft Studios July 2015 - Present
Amazon Game Studios March 2013 - July 2015
Columbia University September 2012 - December 2012
Columbia University January 2012 - December 2012
Microsoft New England Research and Development May 2012 - August 2012
UNAM Institute of Materials Science and Nanotechnology August 2010 - August 2011
Pozitron Bilg. Ltd. June 2010 - August 2010
Meteksan Savunma August 2009 - August 2009
Purdue University Envision Center September 2008 - January 2009
Skills
Software Engineering, C++, Java, Software Design, Software Development, Game Development, Artificial Intelligence, Mobile Applications, Algorithms, C#, User Interface Design, Object Oriented Design, Computer Science, .NET, MySQL, Machine Learning, Eclipse, User Interface, Unity3D, Augmented Reality, Human Computer..., Parallel Programming, Testing, Software Design Patterns, WebGL, XNA
Education
Columbia University - Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science 2011 — 2013
M.Sc., Computer Science
Bilkent Üniversitesi 2006 — 2011
B.S., Computer Science
Purdue University 2008 — 2009
Exchange Student, Computer Science
Meram Science High School 2003 — 2006
343 Industries July 2013 - Present
Microsoft Studios October 2012 - Present
Harvard University September 2008 - May 2012
Microsoft May 2011 - August 2011
Motorola Solutions June 2010 - August 2010
Skills
C, Java, JavaScript, C#, Matlab, OpenGL, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator
Education
Harvard College 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Computer Science
Microsoft July 2015 - Present
Microsoft Studios December 2014 - July 2015
Microsoft Stores April 2014 - December 2014
Athletico Physical Therapy March 2013 - June 2014
CVS Caremark Corporation June 2013 - August 2013
Northwestern Mutual January 2013 - May 2013
GoWNation.com January 2011 - October 2011
Skills
Marketing, Social Media, Social Networking, Event Planning, Facebook, Time Management, Leadership, Public Speaking, Research, Social Media Marketing, Teamwork, Customer Service, Marketing Communications, Critical Thinking, Microsoft Office, Event Management, Community Outreach, Editing, Collaboration, Blogging, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Advertising, Public Relations, Photography, Sales, Highly self-motivated, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Supply Ordering, Project Planning, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Technologies, Computer Hardware, Live Video Streaming, Gaming Industry, Radio Broadcasting, Public Broadcasting, Podcasting, Commentating, Video Podcasts
Education
Elmhurst College 2010 — 2014
Bachelor’s Degree, Marketing
T-Mobile November 2010 - April 2014
Puget Sound Energy June 2010 - November 2010
Draftfcb September 2009 - December 2009
Perfect Pixels March 2007 - November 2009
Microsoft Higher Education 2008 - 2009
MSN Mobile September 2006 - March 2007
Microsoft February 2006 - September 2006
Big Fish August 2005 - January 2006
Microsoft Studios August 2002 - August 2004
It's a Mystery 1996 - 2000
Skills
Content Strategy, Content Management, User Experience, Brand Management, Editorial, Web Project Management, Interactive Media, Program Management, Web Analytics, Microsoft Office, Online Advertising, Information Architecture, Product Management, User Interface Design, Blogging, Copywriting, Brand Development, Online Marketing, Mobile Devices, Interaction Design, SharePoint, Digital Strategy, Flash, User-centered Design, User Interface, Cross-functional Team..., E-commerce, Strategy, Start-ups, CRM, Usability Testing, Usability, Marketing, Web Content, Management, Digital Marketing, Mobile Applications, Vendor Management, Analytics, Newsletters, Strategic Partnerships, Digital Media, Agile Methodologies, Mobile Marketing, Web Content Management, Project Management, Scrum, Leadership, Social Media Marketing
Education
University of California, Berkeley 1984 — 1985
architecture
University of California, Santa Cruz 1981 — 1982
art, psychology
London Drama Studio
University of Phoenix
BS, Business
The Ben McNulty Brand August 2015 - Present
Speedway LLC February 2015 - Present
Firehouse Subs April 2014 - February 2015
Microsoft Studios March 2013 - April 2014
McNulty Web Apps December 2012 - April 2014
Enix Networks September 2012 - August 2013
Unthink Corporation September 2011 - November 2011
Pizza Inn 2006 - 2008
Skills
Ideation, Social Media Marketing, HTML 5, CSS, Proofreading, PHP, Design Research, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Community Outreach, Creative Problem Solving, Web Design, Brand Development, Digital Marketing, Writing, Copy Editing, Grammar, English Literature, Web Development, JavaScript, Social Media, Leadership, Management, Public Speaking, Marketing, Social Networking, Training, Original Content..., Git, Casual Copy
Education
University of South Florida 2010 — 2012
Creative Writing in English and Information Science
Saint Johns River Community College 2008 — 2010
Associate in Arts, General Studies, 4.0
Lassen Design June 2013 - Present
Microsoft Studios January 2011 - January 2013
Microsoft Game Studios 2002 - January 2011
Skills
Video Games, Game Development, Xbox, Xbox 360, Game Design, Localization, Book Design, Perforce, Online Gaming, User Interface, Computer Graphics, Social Games, User Interface Design, Computer Games, User Experience, Casual Games, Mobile Games, Illustrator, Internationalization, JIRA, Art Direction
Education
Art Institute of Seattle 1986 — 1987
Layout and Production Art
Carleton College 1969 — 1973
Bachelor of Arts (BA), English Language and Literature, General
Catalyst Marketing March 2014 - Present
Hartley Design January 2002 - Present
A Crowded Coop May 2013 - February 2014
Costco Wholesale April 2013 - May 2013
Microsoft Studios August 2010 - March 2013
Microsoft Game Studios (Aquent LLC) November 2009 - August 2010
becker&mayer! October 2008 - November 2009
WizKids, Inc. (The Topps Company) August 2006 - October 2008
Goodman Games 2005 - 2008
Ginormous Industries, LLC July 2006 - July 2007
Skills
Art Direction, Illustration, Graphic Design, Packaging, Licensing, Creative Direction, Graphics, Illustrator, Branding & Identity, Logo Design, Concept Design, User Interface Design, Painting, 3D, Drawing, Corporate Identity, Layout, Interaction Design, Photography, Photoshop, Concept Development, InDesign, Art, Typography, Product Design, Web Design, Advertising, Adobe Creative Suite, Toys, Video Games, Game Design, Publishing, Storyboarding, User Experience, User Interface, Brand Development
Education
Art Institute of Seattle 2000 — 2001
Visual Communications, graphic design, illustration
Art Institute of Seattle 1997 — 1998
Visual Communications, graphic design, illustration
Microsoft Studios August 2012 - Present
Midnight Games August 2011 - August 2012
Windows Management Experts September 2010 - October 2011
Drexel University September 2009 - March 2010
Unisys September 2008 - March 2009
Skills
C#, C++, Java, VB.NET, HTML, JavaScript, Powershell, Python, XNA, ASP.NET, Visual Studio, Unity3D, Eclipse, Subversion, Photoshop, Testing, Visual Basic
Education
Drexel University 2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
343 Industries May 2013 - Present
Microsoft Studios August 2012 - May 2013
University of Michigan October 2009 - August 2010
National Association of College Stores June 2008 - May 2009
Skills
C++, C#, Unity3D, Artificial Intelligence, Reinforcement Learning, Music, Python, Android, Computer Science, Eclipse, Software Development
Education
University of Michigan 2010 — 2012
Master's, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, 3.787 on a 4-point scale
Oberlin College 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Music, Jazz Trumpet Performance, 4.07 on a 4-point scale
Self-employed March 2005 - Present
Microsoft Studios September 1997 - March 2005
ROCKET PICTURES (formerly Seattle Post) January 1994 - September 1997
MILLS/JAMES PRODUCTIONS December 1989 - December 1991
Skills
Video Production, Television, Video Editing, Video, Documentaries, Project Management, Videography, Producing, Final Cut Pro
Education
The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Journalism
Microsoft Studios August 2015 - Present
Amazon August 2013 - August 2015
Gremillion & Pou Integrated Marketing October 2008 - July 2013
Skills
Cinema 4D, Motion Graphic Design, Advertising, Art Direction, Graphic Design, Visual Identity, Adobe Creative Suite, Layout, Logo Design, Typography, Web Design, Photography
Education
Northwestern State University 2002 — 2008
BFA, Graphic Communications
National Robotic Engineering Center-Robomatter June 2012 - Present
Carnegie Mellon University August 2011 - Present
Microsoft Studios January 2012 - May 2012
Bank of America January 2008 - September 2011
Aricent June 2006 - January 2008
CareVoyant, Inc. June 2005 - June 2006
Skills
Game Programming, Computer Graphics, Web Development, C, Python, C#, C++, Unity3D, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Android, OpenCV, OpenGL, Perforce, User Interface, SQL, Programming, Objective-C, Video Games
Education
Carnegie Mellon University 2011 — 2013
MS, Computer Graphics/Entertainment Technology
College of Engineering Guindy Annauniversity 2001 — 2005
B.Tech, Information Technology
Google February 2013 - Present
Microsoft Studios July 2010 - February 2013
Duke University April 2009 - October 2009
Duke University August 2003 - April 2009
FlexGames, LLC 1999 - 2002
Education
Duke University 2003 — 2009
PhD
The University of Chicago 1995 — 1999
BA
Microsoft Studios January 2015 - Present
Microsoft Studios July 2014 - January 2015
Microsoft Studios January 2013 - July 2014
Microsoft August 2010 - January 2013
Abacus Technology (through Tek Systems) January 2010 - July 2010
LiveTV (through Direct Hit Systems) May 2008 - December 2009
Florida Institute of Technology February 2007 - May 2008
Harris Corporation January 2003 - February 2007
Skills
T-SQL, C#, Microsoft SQL Server, .NET, Software Development, Databases, Business Intelligence, Database Administration, Software Engineering, C++, Testing, Data Warehousing, SDLC, Visual Studio
Education
Florida Institute of Technology 2004 — 2008
B.S., Computer Science
Florida Institute of Technology 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Computer Science
Amazon Game Studios January 2013 - Present
Microsoft Studios October 2011 - January 2013
Microsoft Studios December 2008 - October 2011
Microsoft Studios June 2004 - December 2008
Microsoft Studios August 2001 - July 2004
Mobility Group - Microsoft Corp. June 1999 - August 2001
Skills
Mobile Devices, Strategy, Product Management, Business Development, Analytics, Management, Monetization, Mobile Applications, Team Management, Leadership, Android, Cloud Computing, Kindle Fire, Amazon Web Services..., Amazon Appstore, Mobile Game Development, iOS, Amazon Fire TV, Amazon Fire Phone, Product Marketing, Mobile Games
Education
University of Washington, Michael G. Foster School of Business 2007 — 2010
MBA
Northeastern University 1995 — 1999
BS, Dual Degree in Finance & MIS
Riot Games January 2013 - Present
Microsoft Studios May 2008 - November 2012
Google August 2007 - May 2008
Treyarch / Activision April 2004 - August 2007
Electronic Arts 2002 - 2004
Aquent 1998 - 2002
Skills
Video Games, Recruiting, Game Development, Sourcing, Talent Acquisition, Technical Recruiting, Internet Recruiting, Interviews, Gardening, Xbox 360, Multiplayer, Level Design, Software Engineering, Web Services, Cookies, Computer Games
Education
University of California, San Diego
BA, Communications
Marlborough
Microsoft Studios November 2009 - Present
Nexon Publishing North America November 2006 - January 2009
Electronic Arts Canada November 2004 - November 2006
Electronic Arts Canada October 2001 - November 2004
Mainframe Entertainment (now Rainmaker Animation) October 1993 - August 2001
Skills
Xbox 360, Video Games, Game Development, PS3, Computer Graphics, Animation, Live Video Streaming, Cloud Computing, Free to Play, Web Services, Business Analytics, Team Leadership, Creative Problem Solving, Perforce, 3D, Game Design, Gameplay, Agile Methodologies
Education
Simon Fraser University
MSc., Computer Science
Microsoft Studios April 2014 - Present
Microsoft Studios October 2009 - April 2014
Microsoft Game Studios March 2008 - October 2009
Microsoft Game Studios September 2007 - March 2008
Electronic Arts, Inc. (Tiburon) June 2005 - August 2007
Lifesim, LLC October 2004 - June 2005
Edmonds Community College October 2004 - March 2005
Microsoft Game Studios November 2003 - October 2004
Microsoft Game Studios June 2002 - November 2003
Microsoft Game Studios June 2001 - June 2002
Skills
Game Development, Video Games, Xbox 360, Animation, Maya, 3D, Computer Graphics, Interactive..., Creative Direction, 3D animation, Computer Games, art, audio, Production, Video Editing, Mobile Games, Game Design, PS3, Social Games, Art, Art Direction, User Interface, Motion Graphics, User Interface Design, Concept Design, Mobile Applications, Perforce, Character Animation, Computer Animation, Sound, Console, User Experience, Gameplay, Xbox, Level Design
Education
Allegheny College 1988 — 1992
BFA, Fine Arts and Computer Animation
Microsoft Studios February 2013 - Present
Microsoft Studios May 2008 - February 2013
Microsoft Game Studios March 2007 - April 2008
MSN August 2002 - March 2007
Microsoft June 2001 - September 2001
Skills
Software Development, Test Planning, Management, Project Management, Xbox 360, Test Automation, Testing, Game Development, Vendor Management, Quality Assurance, Software Engineering, XML, .NET, Software Design
Education
University of California, Irvine 1998 — 2002
B.S., Information and Computer Science
Microsoft Studios February 2011 - Present
MGS Live May 2005 - February 2011
Bungie January 2001 - May 2005
Electronic Arts Canada April 1997 - December 2000
Intime Solutions January 1996 - April 1997
Skills
Xbox 360, DirectX, User Interface, Performance Tuning, Video Game Design, Team Management, Gameplay Programming, Real time graphics
Education
Simon Fraser University
Turn 10 Studios @ Microsoft (contracted via Yoh Services) June 2015 - Present
Microsoft Studios (contracted via AIM Consulting) June 2014 - February 2015
Microsoft Studios October 2012 - April 2014
Electronic Arts Pty. Ltd. - IronMonkey Studios in Melbourne, Australia May 2010 - February 2012
Electronic Arts Inc. - Mobile Studio in Los Angeles, CA August 2006 - May 2010
Electronic Arts Inc. - Mobile (formerly JAMDAT Mobile) April 2005 - August 2006
D2D Systems / Dealer Network Solutions June 2004 - December 2004
Skills
Game Development, Mobile Games, Touch Interfaces, Free to Play, Windows 8, iOS, Android, Video Games, Social Games, Casual Games, Game Design, Xbox 360, Perforce, PS3, Computer Games, J2ME, Gameplay, Mobile Applications, Mobile Devices
Education
University of California, Los Angeles 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science and Engineering
Daniel Colvin Productions 1997 - Present
Microsoft Studios 1997 - 2000
Microsoft 1993 - 1998
Skills
Post Production, Commercials, Film, Video, Video Production, Producing, Photography, Directing, Fine Art, Painting, Documentaries, Art, Sculpture, Video Editing, Animation, Creative Direction, Digital Photography, Motion Graphics, Multimedia, Music Videos, Lighting, Cinematography
Education
University of California, Los Angeles 1980 — 1985
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Motion Picture Television
Gunn High School
Effective UI (@Boeing) October 2013 - April 2014
Freelance November 2008 - October 2013
Serials Solutions, a member of the ProQuest family of companies February 2012 - July 2013
VML September 2007 - October 2008
Ascentium November 2005 - August 2007
Microsoft Studios August 2003 - October 2005
YBP Library Services March 2002 - May 2003
Corbis November 1999 - June 2001
Skills
User Research, User Experience Design, Usability, HTML, Strategy, Visio, Usability Testing, Heuristic Evaluation, Wireframes, Site Maps, User-centered Design, Persona, Information Architecture, Content Management
Education
University of Washington 2009 — 2011
Master of Science, Human-Centered Design & Engineering
The Evergreen State College 1992 — 1996
Bachelor of Arts, Liberal Arts
HBO Digital Products April 2014 - Present
Microsoft Studios September 2012 - March 2014
DigiPen Institute of Technology January 2013 - May 2013
Irrational Games June 2012 - September 2012
Microsoft Studios August 2008 - September 2012
Turbine, Inc. January 2007 - July 2008
The Story Hat February 2008 - June 2008
Neopets, Inc. June 2001 - August 2007
Skills
Flash, Photoshop, Concept Art, Character Design, Visual Development, Concept Design, Illustration, Art Direction, Digital Illustration, Art, Visual Arts
Education
Rhode Island School of Design 2004 — 2008
BFA, Illustration
Microsoft March 2014 - Present
Microsoft Studios October 2008 - March 2015
Microsoft Game Studios Shared Technology 2006 - 2009
Hypercube Inc., makers of HyperChem and HyperProtein Molecular Modeling Software August 2004 - May 2005
Skills
DirectX, Win32 API, C#, Kinect, Game Development, Multithreading, Xbox, Xbox 360, C++, Video Games, GPU, OpenGL, Perforce, Visual Studio, Artificial Intelligence, Object Oriented Design, Computer Graphics, Software Engineering
Education
University of Florida 2002 — 2006
University of Florida
Amazon July 2013 - Present
Microsoft September 2012 - July 2013
Microsoft Studios June 2009 - July 2012
Microsoft June 2009 - August 2010
Microsoft Games Studios May 2008 - May 2009
Arkitek Studios April 2007 - July 2007
Skills
Game Design, Xbox 360, Perforce, ActionScript, C++, Video Games, Programming, C#, Visual Studio, Gameplay Programming, Game Development, Flash, User Interface..., Microsoft Visual Studio..., Windows, User Interface, User Experience, Scaleform, HTML 5, Software Development, DirectX, Gameplay, Xbox, PC, Windows 8, Onboarding, Adobe Flash, Graphics, Rapid Prototyping, Multiplayer, XUI, Video Capture, JavaScript, Game Programming, Unity3D
Education
Digipen Institute of Technology 2004 — 2008
BS in Real-Time Interactive Simulation, Computer Science
Digipen Institute of Technology 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Simulation and Computer Science
Microsoft One Store Operations Center February 2014 - Present
Microsoft Studios June 2013 - Present
Microsoft Games June 2011 - September 2013
American General Media March 2009 - April 2011
K. Hovnanian Homes 2005 - 2008
First American Title Company July 2004 - September 2005
PC X Gen March 2003 - April 2004
Skills
DNS, Information Technology, Leadership, Marketing, Negotiation, Network Administration, Network Engineering, Networking, Servers, System Administration, Technical Support, VBScript, Cloud Computing, Infrastructure, Contract Negotiation, Windows Server
Education
National University 2007 — 2010
Information Technology, Computer Science
Amazon Game Studios January 2014 - Present
Microsoft Studios August 2013 - December 2013
Microsoft Studios October 2011 - April 2013
Scribners 1990 - 2013
Microsoft Studios 2009 - 2011
The Register April 1983 - July 1991
Skills
Publishing, Books, Published Author, Writing, Storytelling, Blogging, Film, Video Games, Publications, Creative Writing, Editing, Content Development, Public Speaking, News Writing, Newsletters, Copy Editing, Editorial, Content Strategy, Web Content, Transmedia Storytelling, Video Game Production, Kinect, Narrative, Speech Writing
Education
Central Washington State University
Post-graduate film and TV production
Bowling Green State University
Masters of Fine Arts, fiction writing
Florida Atlantic University
Bachelor of Arts, Philosophy/Writing
Apple September 2013 - Present
Apple April 2012 - September 2013
Microsoft Studios June 2011 - November 2011
Rochester Imaging Detector Laboratory March 2010 - May 2011
Lockheed Martin June 2010 - August 2010
Lockheed Martin June 2009 - August 2009
Comcast June 2008 - August 2008
Skills
C, Embedded Systems, Firmware, Device Drivers, Git, Sensors, Unix, Perl, Linux, Java, Python, Bash, C++, Shell Scripting, Release Engineering, Subversion, Software Development, Object Oriented Design
Education
Rochester Institute of Technology 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (BS), Computer Engineering
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology 2004 — 2008
Microsoft March 2015 - Present
Microsoft March 2015 - Present
Microsoft Studios March 2013 - December 2014
Microsoft Studios December 2010 - March 2013
Microsoft Studios June 2009 - December 2010
BigPark June 2007 - May 2009
Electronic Arts 2005 - 2007
Electronic Arts 1994 - 2004
Skills
Digital Media, Management, Social Games, Computer Games, Video Games, Game Development, Online Gaming, Mobile Games, Xbox 360, Entertainment, Digital Strategy, Game Design, Computer Graphics, Mobile Devices, Casual Games, Gameplay, Product Management, Marketing Strategy, PS3, Strategic Partnerships, User Experience, Xbox, Game Mechanics, Project Management, Strategy, Content Strategy, Console, Leadership
Education
Simon Fraser University 1990 — 1994
Business Administration - Finance & Accounting
Cascade Game Foundry July 2014 - Present
Microsoft Studios Global Production Services January 2012 - July 2013
Microsoft Studios March 2011 - January 2012
Microsoft Game Studios February 2010 - March 2011
Microsoft Game Studios June 2003 - February 2010
Microsoft Xbox Racing Games Studio October 2001 - June 2003
Microsoft Entertainment Business Unit December 1994 - October 2001
Skills
User Experience, Technical Writing and..., HTML 5, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, Microsoft Office, Project Management, Globalization, User Interface Design, Interaction Design, Copywriting, Editing, Content Development, Localization, Software Development, Contractor and Vendor..., Content Management, Video Games, Game Design, Online Gaming, Mobile Games, Publishing, Content Strategy, Web Content, Scripting, Narrative, Writing, Copy Editing, Proofreading, Digital Media, Marketing Copy, MS Project, PowerPoint, Visio, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Xbox 360, Casual Games, Manuals, Software Documentation, User Interface
Education
General Assembly
Certificate of Completion, Front-End Web Development
Chapman University
MA, English - Media Rhetoric
Chapman University
BA, English - Media Writing
University of Washington
English Rhetoric
343 Industries December 2014 - Present
Microsoft Studios February 2013 - December 2014
Zynga May 2011 - February 2013
Play Mechanix September 2010 - December 2010
Illinois Institute of Technology September 2010 - November 2010
Tap.Me April 2010 - May 2010
Indie iPhone game development September 2009 - November 2009
Skills
C++, JavaScript, Computer Graphics, OpenGL, GLSL, HTML, HTML 5, CSS3, CSS, C, Game Development, Software Design Patterns, PHP, Python, OpenGL ES, DirectX
Education
Illinois Institute of Technology 2009 — 2010
Master of Science (M.S.), Computer Science
South China University of Technology 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Computer Software Engineering
Microsoft Studios December 2010 - Present
Microsoft December 2010 - Present
Education
Cheyney University of Pennsylvania 2002 — 2005
ArenaNet February 2015 - Present
Freelance August 2013 - September 2013
Microsoft Studios May 2004 - April 2013
Siemens Business Services February 2001 - May 2004
Skills
Human Computer..., Usability Testing, Usability, Mobile Devices, Heuristic Evaluation, User Research
Education
University of Washington 1995 — 1998
Master of Education (M.Ed.), School Psychology
University of Arizona 1987 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Behavioral Sciences
Arsenial Beats January 2009 - Present
Microsoft Studios August 2013 - January 2014
Year Up March 2013 - January 2014
Jefferson Community Center May 2008 - September 2009
Skills
Music Production, Microsoft Office, Logic Pro, Business Strategy, People-oriented, Video Editing, Audio Engineering, Testing, Audio Editing, Pro Tools, Internet Entrepreneur, Computer Repair, Online Advertising, OS X, Adobe Creative Suite, FL Studio
Education
Green River Community College 2014 — 2016
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Computer Science
Bellevue Community College 2013 — 2014
Information Technology
Franklin High School 2006 — 2010
High School Diploma
Microsoft Studios August 2013 - September 2014
Microsoft Studios May 2012 - May 2013
Skills
Writing, Editing, Copy Editing, Narrative, Game Design, Video Games, Game Development, Gameplay, Character Animation, Localization, Creative Direction, Content Development, Creative Writing, Content Strategy, Console
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2002 — 2006
Bachelor's degree, English