My name is Kevin Macneil, I have been working within the tech space for many years. I have an extensive knowledge of technology, both practical and as a general hobby. I have also been a performer all my life. Working in Toronto with my sketch group "The Rocket Scientists" and here in my home in Peterborough as a part of Rapids End Improv. My performance skills even aided me in my day to day job as a QA Analyst at Jam City, as my voice can be heard in the Picture Bingo game event in Bingo Pop. I bring a lot of varied skills to the table, and am always looking for the next challenge to both apply and expand my skillset.

Kevin MacNeil

My name is Kevin Macneil, I have been working within the tech space for many years. I have an extensive knowledge of technology, both practical and as a general hobby. I have also been a performer all my life. Working in Toronto with my sketch group "The Rocket Scientists" and here in my home in Peterborough as a part of Rapids End Improv. My performance skills even aided me in my day to day job as a QA Analyst at Jam City, as my voice can be heard in the Picture Bingo game event in Bingo Pop. I bring a lot of varied skills to the table, and am always looking for the next challenge to both apply and expand my skillset.

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My name is Kevin Macneil, I have been working within the tech space for many years. I have an extensive knowledge of technology, both practical and as a general hobby. I have also been a performer all my life. Working in Toronto with my sketch group “The Rocket Scientists” and here in my home in Peterborough as a part of Rapids End Improv. My performance skills even aided me in my day to day job as a QA Analyst at Jam City, as my voice can be heard in the Picture Bingo game event in Bingo Pop.

I bring a lot of varied skills to the table, and am always looking for the next challenge to both apply and expand my skillset.

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Intermediate

Language

English
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Work Experience

Quality Assurance Analyst at JAM CITY
February 1, 2020 - Present
Designed and maintained test cases for a mobile game Bingo Pop; Identified and logged software issues/bugs using JIRA; Conducted smoke tests and regressions over various mobile and web-based platforms supported by our game; Collaborated with our development team to better execute new planned features and balancing; Worked with both the live game as well as staging environment to better assess concerns brought via player feedback; Reading technical documentation and translating that information to test cases; Reported to our Player Experience team upcoming features as well as ongoing fixes to existing issues that are assessed during testing; Worked with LiveOps team to ensure smooth rollout of player-facing events and balance changes; Created PRs for GitHub to allow for testing in staging environments
Services Advisor at MICROSOFT
October 1, 2012 - February 1, 2020
Engaged clients determined their needs and found solutions to their issues; Used product knowledge and hands-on technical skills to resolve issues regarding clients’ Microsoft product; Worked with OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) to better support and optimize large volumes of customer issues; Spoke with Business clients to find the correct product or service that worked in their field; Managed tickets, offered troubleshooting support for Outlook Mobile; Contributed to every major software/hardware launch since 2012
Shift Supervisor at STARBUCKS
June 1, 2011 - October 1, 2012
Maintained cash resources by computing sales prices, receiving and processing payments with 100% accuracy rate; Demonstrated excellence in service and hospitality with invaluable interpersonal communication skills; Managed time efficiently; Worked effectively under pressure; Cleaned and maintained supplies, tools, equipment, and storage areas to ensure compliance with the Health Protection and Promotion Act; Prepared and served beverages promptly
Store Manager at UPTOWN COMMUNICATIONS (ROGERS)
August 1, 2008 - January 1, 2011
Reviewed operational records and reports to project sales and determine profitability; Conferred with potential customers regarding equipment needs; Advised customers on types of equipment to purchase in consultative sales process; Planned and directed staffing, training, and performance evaluations to develop and control sales and service programs; Monitored customer preferences to determine the focus of sales efforts; Resolved customer complaints regarding sales and service

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Gaming, Software & Internet, Professional Services