I'm Josiah Nistor, a game programmer with a passion for indie titles and robust gameplay systems. I've been creating indie video games for nine years, focusing on gameplay programming, game AI, and scalable game systems. I'm a dedicated problem-solver who delivers on time, pays attention to detail, documents tasks, and thrives in team settings. I enjoy collaborating with others to turn ideas into polished experiences.

Josiah Nistor

I'm Josiah Nistor, a game programmer with a passion for indie titles and robust gameplay systems. I've been creating indie video games for nine years, focusing on gameplay programming, game AI, and scalable game systems. I'm a dedicated problem-solver who delivers on time, pays attention to detail, documents tasks, and thrives in team settings. I enjoy collaborating with others to turn ideas into polished experiences.

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I’m Josiah Nistor, a game programmer with a passion for indie titles and robust gameplay systems. I’ve been creating indie video games for nine years, focusing on gameplay programming, game AI, and scalable game systems.

I’m a dedicated problem-solver who delivers on time, pays attention to detail, documents tasks, and thrives in team settings. I enjoy collaborating with others to turn ideas into polished experiences.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

I-CAM Director at CAM Educational Services, Millbrae, CA
May 1, 2023 - September 5, 2025
Taught programming, game development, and other technical skills to diverse age groups and class sizes of 30+. Planned, organized, and managed over 10 events and projects with 50+ participants. Served as general manager and director for multiple programs and projects. Delegated, led, managed, and communicated tasks across two teams of 5 to 10 people.
ICAM Director at Educational Services
July 20, 2022 - May 20, 2023
Taught programming, game development, and other tech skills to mixed-age groups with class sizes of 30+. Planned, organized, and managed 10+ events and projects with 50+ participants. Led general management and direction for multiple programs and projects. Delegated, led, managed, and communicated tasks across two teams of 5-10 people.
Web Designer, IT at Unison Media Group, Loomis, CA
October 1, 2021 - September 5, 2025
Created layouts and visual elements for websites and designed user-friendly interfaces across mobile and desktop. Managed and updated information across 5 websites concurrently. Maintained Windows 7-10 systems and helped clients resolve IT issues, supporting companies with up to 16 individuals. Assembled and repaired faulty systems including Windows and Apple desktops and laptops.
Web Designer, IT at Unison Media Group
June 1, 2018 - October 1, 2021
Created layouts and visual elements for websites and designed user-friendly interfaces across mobile and desktop. Managed and updated information across five websites concurrently. Maintained Windows 7-10 systems and assisted clients with IT concerns for teams of up to 16 people. Assembled and repaired faulty systems for Windows and Apple desktops and laptops.

Education

BS in Programming for Games at Academy of Art University, San Francisco, CA
August 1, 2022 - May 1, 2025
BS in Programming for Games at Academy of Art University
August 1, 2022 - May 1, 2025
BS in Programming for Games at Academy of Art University
August 1, 2022 - May 1, 2025
BS in Programming for Games at Academy of Art University
August 1, 2022 - May 1, 2025
I-CAM Director at CAM Educational Services
July 20, 2022 - May 20, 2023
BS in Programming for Games at Academy of Art University
August 1, 2022 - May 1, 2025

Qualifications

Best Game Programming, Academy of Arts Spring Show
May 1, 2025 - October 3, 2025

Industry Experience

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