Hi! I'm Jacob and I'm a level and world designer with a graduate certificate in Digital Games Development from the Guildhall at Southern Methodist University; I'm only 1 remote class away from a Master of Interactive Technology with a specialization in Level Design! I've shipped 4 indie and university titles and I've taught game design courses at Dallas College but now, I'm looking for an opportunity to join a studio full-time and create awesome levels for a larger audience.

Level design is not just a job to me; it is my artistic outlet and one that keeps me highly engaged with its technical challenges and rewards. Before games, I have always been technical-minded and I studied social sciences. It is my combined love for games, psychology, technical problem-solving, and art that led me to level design. Every level I create has been designed through the lens of social science to maximize engagement, fun, and memories.

The first video game I remember playing was Super Mario Brothers on the NES with my father; I have been playing games of all sorts ever since. Some of my favorite video games have included Halo, Tony Hawk Pro Skater, Donkey Kong Country, Minecraft, F-Zero, and Fortnite; I love playing sandbox games, multiplayer games, going on epic adventures, and anything to do with extreme sports. I also enjoy tabletop games like Settlers of Catan or DND, and engaging in outdoor recreation / team sports with friends and colleagues. 

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When I am not playing games, I enjoy exploring new places and snapping photos out in nature; I love camping. I also like to relax by listening to music while playing along on my drum kit or by engaging in other artistic pursuits such as painting. I have traveled to or through all but 8 states in the USA, and I have lived in 8 different states as well. I am a big nerd when it comes to earth science, archaeology, or anything that is ancient, supernatural, or extraterrestrial. Most recently, I have been learning about how to make primitive tools and structures. These real world experiences and interests help to shape the environments that I design for players.