I'm Nico Ziperzik, a Game and XR Developer focusing on Unreal Engine 5 and C++. I have two years of hands-on experience from the automotive sector. I enjoy crafting immersive experiences, collaborating cross-functionally, and continually expanding my skills in game development, visual design, and interactive media.

Nico Ziperzik

I'm Nico Ziperzik, a Game and XR Developer focusing on Unreal Engine 5 and C++. I have two years of hands-on experience from the automotive sector. I enjoy crafting immersive experiences, collaborating cross-functionally, and continually expanding my skills in game development, visual design, and interactive media.

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I’m Nico Ziperzik, a Game and XR Developer focusing on Unreal Engine 5 and C++. I have two years of hands-on experience from the automotive sector.

I enjoy crafting immersive experiences, collaborating cross-functionally, and continually expanding my skills in game development, visual design, and interactive media.

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Language

German
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Apprentice Media Technician at Lang und Lang
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2017
Apprenticeship with progression to Graphic Designer.
Graphic Designer at HORST SIX
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020
Graphic Designer.
Unreal Engine Developer | 3D Generalist at PIERER INNOVATIONS
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025
Unreal Engine developer and 3D generalist.
Unreal Engine Developer / 3D Generalist at PIERER INNOVATIONS
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018
Developed Unreal Engine-based projects and provided 3D generalist support, focusing on real-time visuals and XR content for automotive applications. Implemented pipelines, integrated assets, and collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver immersive experiences.
Apprentice / Media Technician at Lang und Lang
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2017
Apprenticeship in media technology, later transitioning to graphic design responsibilities and related production tasks.
Game Developer / XR Developer at Nico Ziperzik
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2017
Developed games and XR experiences using Unreal Engine and related tools, based in Linz, Austria; led project work including asset creation and gameplay programming.
Graphic Designer at Lang und Lang
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Graphic design tasks supporting brand identity and print media; built foundational design work during the apprenticeship.
Graphic Designer at HORST SIX
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Graphic design contributions for branding and visual communication.

Education

Higher Technical Institute (HTL) Leonding at HTL Leonding
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2012
BS9 Apprenticeship as a Media Specialist at BS9
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2016
Apprenticeship as a Media Technician at Lang und Lang
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2017
General University Entrance Qualification at WIFI
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2023
BSc Media Technology at University of Applied Sciences Hagenberg
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2023
MSc Interactive Media at University of Applied Sciences Hagenberg
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025
BSc Media Technology | Focus on game development at University of Applied Sciences Hagenberg
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2023
MSc Interactive Media | Focus on Games and Spatial Computing at University of Applied Sciences Hagenberg
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025
Higher Technical Institute (HTL) Leonding IT and Administration at HTL Leonding
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2012
BS9 Apprenticeship as a Media Specialist at BS9
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2016
Apprenticeship as a Media Technician at Lang und Lang
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2017
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Media Technology at University of Applied Sciences Hagenberg
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012
General University Entrance Qualification at WIFI
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
Higher Technical Institute (HTL) IT and Administration at HTL Leonding
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2016
Lang und Lang Apprenticeship as Media Technician at Lang und Lang
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2017
Lang und Lang Apprenticeship as Graphic Designer at Lang und Lang
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
BS9 Apprenticeship as a Media Specialist at BS9
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
MSc Interactive Media at University of Applied Sciences Hagenberg
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

Apprenticeship as a Media Technician
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2017
Apprenticeship as a Media Specialist
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2016
WIFI General University Entrance Qualification
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2023
WIFI General University Entrance Qualification
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2023
BS9 Apprenticeship as a Media Specialist
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2016
Apprenticeship as a Media Technician
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2017

Industry Experience

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