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Hi, I’m Daniel Rodríguez Orozco. I’m a software and art hybrid professional with a B.S. in Computer Science and over three years of game development and 3D animation experience. I enjoy collaborating across disciplines to merge code and art into engaging experiences, from gameplay systems to polished visuals. I’m passionate about user-centric design and UX research, including field testing, data analysis, and iterative design to validate user needs. In multidisciplinary teams I thrive on turning ideas into functional, accessible products. I’m comfortable translating academic or client requirements into gameplay features, UI/UX flows, and robust technical implementations, while keeping a strong eye on performance, cross-browser compatibility, and thoughtful storytelling through interactive media.…Hi, I’m Daniel Rodríguez Orozco. I’m a software and art hybrid professional with a B.S. in Computer Science and over three years of game development and 3D animation experience. I enjoy collaborating across disciplines to merge code and art into engaging experiences, from gameplay systems to polished visuals. I’m passionate about user-centric design and UX research, including field testing, data analysis, and iterative design to validate user needs. In multidisciplinary teams I thrive on turning ideas into functional, accessible products. I’m comfortable translating academic or client requirements into gameplay features, UI/UX flows, and robust technical implementations, while keeping a strong eye on performance, cross-browser compatibility, and thoughtful storytelling through interactive media.

Daniel Rodríguez Orozco

Game Developer, 3D Designer, UX Designer, +2

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Hi, I’m Daniel Rodríguez Orozco. I’m a software and art hybrid professional with a B.S. in Computer Science and over three years of game development and 3D animation experience. I enjoy collaborating across disciplines to merge code and art into engaging experiences, from gameplay systems to polished visuals. I’m passionate about user-centric design and UX research, including field testing, data analysis, and iterative design to validate user needs. In multidisciplinary teams I thrive on turning ideas into functional, accessible products. I’m comfortable translating academic or client requirements into gameplay features, UI/UX flows, and robust technical implementations, while keeping a strong eye on performance, cross-browser compatibility, and thoughtful storytelling through interactive media.…Hi, I’m Daniel Rodríguez Orozco. I’m a software and art hybrid professional with a B.S. in Computer Science and over three years of game development and 3D animation experience. I enjoy collaborating across disciplines to merge code and art into engaging experiences, from gameplay systems to polished visuals. I’m passionate about user-centric design and UX research, including field testing, data analysis, and iterative design to validate user needs. In multidisciplinary teams I thrive on turning ideas into functional, accessible products. I’m comfortable translating academic or client requirements into gameplay features, UI/UX flows, and robust technical implementations, while keeping a strong eye on performance, cross-browser compatibility, and thoughtful storytelling through interactive media.

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Hi, I’m Daniel Rodríguez Orozco. I’m a software and art hybrid professional with a B.S. in Computer Science and over three years of game development and 3D animation experience. I enjoy collaborating across disciplines to merge code and art into engaging experiences, from gameplay systems to polished visuals. I’m passionate about user-centric design and UX research, including field testing, data analysis, and iterative design to validate user needs.

In multidisciplinary teams I thrive on turning ideas into functional, accessible products. I’m comfortable translating academic or client requirements into gameplay features, UI/UX flows, and robust technical implementations, while keeping a strong eye on performance, cross-browser compatibility, and thoughtful storytelling through interactive media.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

Spanish; Castilian

Fluent

English

Advanced

Work Experience

Project Lead & Game Developer at Tribunales Amigables

January 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025

Led a multidisciplinary team of 3 to develop a high-quality 2D platformer with 3D aesthetics in Godot, delivering the project in under 8 months. Served as the primary liaison with faculty, translating academic requirements into gameplay features to ensure both educational and design goals were met. Spearheaded web optimization efforts, implementing compression algorithms and reducing asset file sizes to ensure fast load times, proper formatting, and cross-browser compatibility. Conducted usability testing with a target audience of children, gathering feedback to drive iterative improvements and enhance the overall player experience.

Full-Stack Game Developer at UADY / Personal Project

January 1, 2022 - May 1, 2025

Co-created a high-fidelity 3D game in Unreal Engine dedicated to Mayan culture, managing the full development lifecycle: from 3D design and gameplay programming to UI implementation and audio integration. Conducted extensive cultural research to ensure historical authenticity and educational value, co-authoring academic papers on the project’s methodology and impact. Presented at Gran Museo Maya, CONACYT, and UADY, promoting cultural heritage through technology and achieving significant local and national media coverage. Executed usability testing throughout multiple development phases with real users, analyzing feedback to drive iterative design improvements.

Game Developer & UI/UX Implementer at FUSE / People & Technology

January 1, 2024 - June 1, 2024

Developed games and systems in Unreal Engine, collaborating with the software team to deliver projects for various external clients. UI/UX implementation pipeline: designed initial wireframes and high-fidelity prototypes in Figma, and collaborated with graphic designers to implement fully functional interfaces in Unreal Engine (UMG). Programmed a rhythm-based game (Guitar Hero style) for major clients like AT&T, OXXOCEL, and TELCEL, successfully integrating 3D assets into the game logic. Contributed to a roguelike game, establishing the core UX framework and integrating visual assets provided by the design team. Developed immersive mechanics for VR and AR projects, including a target shooting system and a food preparation simulation, ensuring precise interaction and performance.

Freelancer at Self-employed / Freelancer

January 1, 2021 - Present

I developed diverse projects focused on Augmented Reality (AR), 3D modeling, and multimedia content. Created custom Spark AR filters and interactive web experiences with Three.js. My work also encompasses video editing, 2D/3D animation, web motion graphics, and digital compositing for social media.