I am a recent graduate of the University of Arizona with a BS in Computer Science and a BS with Honors in Game Design and Development. I have several years work experience in Unity Engine developing educational games as well as in educating children in how to make games. I am passionate about game design and programming and excited to break into the industry. Look forward to working with you!

Charles Scott

I am a recent graduate of the University of Arizona with a BS in Computer Science and a BS with Honors in Game Design and Development. I have several years work experience in Unity Engine developing educational games as well as in educating children in how to make games. I am passionate about game design and programming and excited to break into the industry. Look forward to working with you!

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I am a recent graduate of the University of Arizona with a BS in Computer Science and a BS with Honors in Game Design and Development. I have several years work experience in Unity Engine developing educational games as well as in educating children in how to make games. I am passionate about game design and programming and excited to break into the industry.

Look forward to working with you!

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Work Experience

Research Technologist at University of Arizona - Finding Lake Chewaucan
September 1, 2023 - Present
Part-time Research Technologist on developing an educational game in Unity as part of National Science Foundation Grant Award #228632. As the primary programmer, built several mini games to designer specifications. Worked with a UI designer to implement multiple clear and functional UIs in Unity.
Code Sensei at Code Ninjas (Reno, NV)
May 1, 2023 - Present
Worked as a coding instructor at Code Ninjas Reno. Taught kids aged 7-13 coding and game development using MakeCode Arcade, Unity, Roblox, and LEGO Spike Prime. Led classes of 16-20 children in designing and coding their own games. Mentored older students aged 14-16 in developing solo Unity projects from concept to completion. Managed other Senseis to ensure procedures were followed and each child had the opportunity for strong 1-on-1 instruction. Spoke to parents to clearly communicate learning objectives and student progress.
Research Technologist at University of Arizona
September 1, 2023 - Present
Part-time on developing an educational game in Unity as part of National Science Foundation Grant Award #2 228632. As the primary programmer, built several mini games to design er specifications. Worked with a UI designer to implement multiple clear and functional UIs in Unity.
Code Sensei at Code Ninjas
May 1, 2023 - Present
Taught kids ages 7-13 coding and game development using Make Code Arcade, Unity, Roblox, and Lego Spike Prime. Led classes of 16-20 children designing and coding their own games. Mentored older students ages 14-16 in developing solo Unity projects from conception to completion. Managed other Senseis to ensure procedures were followed and each child had opportunity for strong 1 on 1 instruction. Spoke to parents to clearly communicate learning objectives and student progress.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at University of Arizona
August 22, 2021 - December 22, 2025
Bachelor of Science with Honors in Game Design and Development at University of Arizona
August 22, 2021 - December 22, 2025
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at University of Arizona
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
Bachelor of Science with Honors in Game Design and Development at University of Arizona
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

National Merit Scholarship
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026
Dean's List
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026
Academic Honors
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026

Industry Experience

Gaming, Software & Internet, Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services