1401 Glen Eden Dr

Raleigh, NC 27612

919-760-3743

Garethdnelson@gmail.com

Gareth D Nelson


Goal

I am a game design student at Rochester Institute of Technology looking for internships and co-op opportunities in the field of game design or computer science. I hope to become employed in the industry as a gameplay engineer, system designer or desktop engineer. 


WORK EXPERIENCE

Miracle League of the Triangle: field support

2018-2021

Supported players and staff by managing field duties and concession stands.  Worked with special needs individuals and their families  to ensure a safe and positive environment. 


The Changeling: level designer

May 2023-Aug. 2023

Summer co-op where I worked with a team of designers.  This experience included daily meeting with the team to discuss game play and next steps.  Created objects and perfected object mechanics.

EDUCATION

Rochester Institute of Technology/Rochester, NY

Aug. 2021-present

Currently seeking a BS in Game Design with a minor in Computer Science.  3.2 GPA with a 3.5 in major

WTCC/Raleigh, NC

Aug. 2019-2021

Completed the GSS Certification program

Vernon Malone College and Career Academy/Raleigh, NC

High School Diploma, Magna Cum Laude 

SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS

* Level 1 and 2 Game Design certificates WTCC

* C##, C++

* Java

* Photoshop

* Unity

* HTTP

* Unreal Engine


WEBSITE LINK

Please see my work samples at

Garethsgames.com