Early Life 1995-2011

As a child I was exposed to video games on the Nintendo 64 through my sisters playing games like Mario Party and GoldenEye 007. I continued to enjoy video games from many genres and developed a strong passion for the medium.

First Career 2012-2017

I became a commerical Electrician and pursued an apprenticeship for four and a half years, eventually becoming a fully licensed and endorsed Red Seal Journeyman Electrician.

Reflection 2018

I began to think about what I really wanted to do going forward in my life. I realized that I loved games and the experiences they convey.

Changes 2019-2021

I made the decision to move across the globe to The Netherlands and begin my education in game design at Hanze University of Applied Sciences, inspired and motivated to pursue my dream to become a game designer.

Building Skills 2022-2023

I successfully completed the first three years of my Bachelors Degree in Communication and Multimedia Design at Hanze UAS, with a major in Game Design and a minor in Medialism. I was also able to successfully complete an internship at Dutch publishing studio Indietopia, giving me valuable industry experience and preparing me for the final year of my degree program. With this experience, I planned to enter the games industry after graduating in the summer of 2023.

Current Life 2023 and Beyond

I have graduated and successfully completed my Bachelor of Science in Communication and Multimedia Design at Hanze UAS, with a major in Game Design and a minor in Medialism. During the final year of my studies I was hired as a Junior Developer by Dutch publishing studio Indietopia. While working at Indietopia I have functioned as the lead designer and developer on multiple commercial Unreal Engine projects focused in the Dutch cultural sector, while also coaching several groups of interns. I am currently seeking a mentor while I focus on improving my skills and continuing professional development.