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I am a creative technologist and game design studio founder with a bachelor's degree in Digital Ideation and over a decade of experience across game design, UX, and creative direction. I bring both strategic thinking and hands-on execution to every project — whether it's prototyping playful mechanics or crafting engaging user journeys.…

MICHAEL SCHUERMANN

Game Designer, Creative Director, Game Developer, +6

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I am a creative technologist and game design studio founder with a bachelor's degree in Digital Ideation and over a decade of experience across game design, UX, and creative direction. I bring both strategic thinking and hands-on execution to every project — whether it's prototyping playful mechanics or crafting engaging user journeys.…

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I am a creative technologist and game design studio founder with a bachelor’s degree in Digital Ideation and over a decade of experience across game design, UX, and creative direction. I bring both strategic thinking and hands-on execution to every project — whether it’s prototyping playful mechanics or crafting engaging user journeys.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Language

German

Fluent

English

Fluent

French

Beginner

Work Experience

Managing Director/Game Designer at Ten Forward GmbH

May 1, 2024 - Present

Founded my own company and took over the dreiplay studio brand from Dreipol AG. Built custom games for marketing, education, and engagement — helping Swiss brands reach new audiences through interactive experiences.

Game Business Developer at dreipol AG

January 1, 2021 - April 30, 2024

Joined Dreipol’s game division and transitioned into a full-time role as lead game designer and business developer. Shaped interactive concepts for client projects and built early prototypes to win mandates.

UX Architect at SUVA

January 1, 2021 - March 31, 2023

Helped redesign the presentation of SUVA’s digital services within a SAFe environment. Translated complex insurance processes into intuitive user journeys and created prototypes based on real user feedback.

Creative Director at Fruss AG

January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021

Led a small interdisciplinary team to create immersive virtual spaces during the COVID-19 pandemic. Oversaw concept development and project planning, hosting multiple international live events.

Design & Ideation Partner at Ubisoft HQ Paris

January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020

Worked with Ubisoft’s Editorial Creative Services team to prototype new approaches to game development workflows, focusing on collaborative asset creation and player-driven content.