About me
A Multi-Disciplinary Foundation
Having taught across the entire spectrum of game creation, I bring a holistic, “full-stack” perspective to the development process. My background allows me to bridge the gap between high-level visual intent and low-level technical execution:
- Design & Visual Communication: As a Graphic Design graduate, I apply foundational principles of composition, typography, and UI/UX to ensure aesthetic cohesion and professional-grade visual interfaces.
- 3D Character & Environment Art: My academic studies in Character Design and 3D Modeling allow me to oversee the entire asset pipeline—from initial concept art to optimized game-ready meshes.
- Production & Academic Leadership: Previously serving as a Course Coordinator at Swinburne University, I managed curriculum mapping and project management, ensuring that technical units aligned with evolving industry standards.
Mastering the Architecture of Games
While I speak the language of artists and designers, my primary expertise lies in the logic that powers the experience. I specialize in the complexities of gameplay systems, scalable architecture, and modular programming.
As an Unreal Authorized Instructor certified by Epic Games, I have a deep mastery of C++ and Blueprint integration. Simultaneously, I maintain a high-level proficiency in Unity and C# systems design, focusing on procedural generation and data-driven frameworks. My goal is to equip students and collaborators with the technical rigor and systemic problem-solving skills required by top-tier global studios, regardless of the engine.
Technical Expertise & Specialized Skillset
Game Engineering & Systems Architecture
Systems Logic: Expertise in procedural generation (Hamiltonian/DFS algorithms), data-driven design with ScriptableObjects/Data Assets, and state persistence (JSON/Serialization).
Engine Mastery: Specialist in Unreal Engine 5 (Unreal Authorized Instructor) and Unity (URP/HDRP pipelines).
Software Engineering: Advanced implementation of C++, C#, and Visual Scripting (Blueprints) with a focus on Finite State Machines (FSM) and Polymorphic Architecture.
Technical Art & Design Pipeline
Motion & UI: Advanced Adobe Creative Suite proficiency (Photoshop, Illustrator) with a specialization in After Effects for dynamic UI/UX and motion graphics.
Visual Communication: Foundation in Graphic Design Principles, typography, and layout derived from formal Graphic Design training.
Academic Leadership & Production
Project Management: Specialist in Agile methodologies, technical documentation, and cross-disciplinary team leadership.
Academic Program Design: Skilled in curriculum mapping and instructional design for vocational and technical higher education, ensuring student pathways meet global studio requirements.
Strategic Mentorship: Proven track record of guiding student cohorts through the full development lifecycle, from high-concept design to performance optimization and gold master.
