I am a postgraduate with a strong interest in UX design and programming in C++, C#, and Unreal Engine 5 blueprints. I enjoy fixing problems and making unused features more relevant, and I am hard-working and reliable with a willingness to learn. I have practical experience from an Unreal Engine internship at World Makers, balancing Deceit 2, introducing new roles, and simplifying UI for new players. I led a Level 6 group project that won Best Game at GameX 2025 and presented our work there. I’m passionate about collaborating in teams to create engaging experiences and to help indie games thrive.

Jake Hood

I am a postgraduate with a strong interest in UX design and programming in C++, C#, and Unreal Engine 5 blueprints. I enjoy fixing problems and making unused features more relevant, and I am hard-working and reliable with a willingness to learn. I have practical experience from an Unreal Engine internship at World Makers, balancing Deceit 2, introducing new roles, and simplifying UI for new players. I led a Level 6 group project that won Best Game at GameX 2025 and presented our work there. I’m passionate about collaborating in teams to create engaging experiences and to help indie games thrive.

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I am a postgraduate with a strong interest in UX design and programming in C++, C#, and Unreal Engine 5 blueprints. I enjoy fixing problems and making unused features more relevant, and I am hard-working and reliable with a willingness to learn.

I have practical experience from an Unreal Engine internship at World Makers, balancing Deceit 2, introducing new roles, and simplifying UI for new players. I led a Level 6 group project that won Best Game at GameX 2025 and presented our work there. I’m passionate about collaborating in teams to create engaging experiences and to help indie games thrive.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Presenter at GameX
January 1, 2025 - Present
Presenter at GameX 2025
Intern at World Makers
May 31, 2024 - September 15, 2025
World Makers Programming Internship
Storeroom Assistant at Next (The Mall)
August 31, 2023 - September 15, 2025
Storeroom assistance
Presenter at GameX
January 1, 2025 - September 15, 2025
Presented at GameX 2025.
Programming Intern at World Makers
May 31, 2024 - September 15, 2025
Programming internship partnered with YouTube and indie game company World Makers.
Storeroom Assistant at Next (The Mall store)
August 31, 2023 - September 15, 2025
Storeroom assistance Summer 2023.
Replenishment Assistant at Tesco
January 1, 2023 - Present
Currently part-time replenishment.
Barista at Costa
June 1, 2023 - August 31, 2023
Coffee making, serving customers, cleaning & stock replenishment
Storeroom Assistant at Next The Mall
June 1, 2023 - August 31, 2023
Storeroom assistance
Retail Assistant (Replenishment) at Tesco's
September 1, 2023 - Present
Currently part-time replenishment
Storeroom Assistant at Next
June 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Assisted in store operations, stock replenishment and customer service.
Programmer/Designer Intern at World Makers
March 1, 2024 - May 31, 2024
Internship focusing on Unreal Engine 4/5 development. Worked on balancing Deceit 2, added new roles, and improved UI clarity to help new players learn. Conducted playtests and collaborated with designers to refine features.
Presenter at GameX (event)
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Presented Level 6 group project; team won Best Game at GameX 2025, delivering the showcase to audiences and handling Q&A.
Presenter / Team Member at ComX
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Level 4 group project was shown at ComX 2022, representing the team in a public showcase.
Programmer at Segritude Games
March 1, 2026 - Present
Programming role at Segritude Games contributing to ongoing projects.

Education

Games Programming Level 4 at Gloucestershire University
September 1, 2021 - June 30, 2022
Games Programming Level 5 at Gloucestershire University
September 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023
Research Placement Year at Gloucestershire University
September 1, 2023 - July 31, 2024
Games Programming Level 6 at Gloucestershire University
September 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025
Games Design - Level 3 & Extended Level 3 at SGS College
September 1, 2019 - June 30, 2021
GCSEs (General Certificates of Secondary Education) at Colston's School
September 1, 2006 - January 1, 2019
Games Programming Level 4 at Gloucestershire University
September 1, 2021 - June 1, 2022
Games Programming Level 5 at Gloucestershire University
September 1, 2022 - June 1, 2023
Research Placement Year at Gloucestershire University
September 1, 2023 - July 1, 2024
Games Programming Level 6 at Gloucestershire University
September 1, 2024 - June 1, 2025
Games Design - Level 3 & Extended Level 3 at SGS College
September 1, 2019 - June 1, 2021
GCSEs at Colston's School
September 1, 2006 - June 1, 2019
Bachelor's degree in Games Programming at Gloucestershire University
September 1, 2021 - June 30, 2025
Games Design - Level 3 & Extended Level 3 at SGS College
September 1, 2019 - June 1, 2021
GCSEs at Colston's School
September 1, 2006 - January 1, 2019
Games Programming (Levels 4-6) with placement at Gloucestershire University
September 1, 2021 - June 1, 2025
Games Design - Level 3 & Extended Level 3 at SGS College
September 1, 2019 - June 1, 2021
GCSEs at Colston's School
September 1, 2006 - December 3, 2025
Bachelor's in Games Programming at University of Gloucestershire
September 1, 2021 - June 30, 2025
Games Design - Level 3 & Extended Level 3 at SGS College
September 1, 2019 - June 30, 2021

Qualifications

Full Drivers Licence
January 11, 2030 - September 15, 2025
Full Drivers Licence
January 11, 2030 - September 15, 2025
AB1* Navy Combat Cadet Force
January 11, 2030 - December 3, 2025

Industry Experience

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