I am a creative Game Designer with a strong foundation in interactive storytelling, level design, and systems thinking. I have hands-on experience building playable game prototypes and immersive solo projects using Unreal Engine, Unity, and C#. I bring a unique blend of narrative intuition, technical execution, and a deep understanding of player psychology. I focus on designing engaging gameplay experiences that resonate with players emotionally and mechanically, utilizing my skills in gameplay programming, level design, and audio integration alongside collaborating in team environments and solo projects.

Obiora J. Ivenso

I am a creative Game Designer with a strong foundation in interactive storytelling, level design, and systems thinking. I have hands-on experience building playable game prototypes and immersive solo projects using Unreal Engine, Unity, and C#. I bring a unique blend of narrative intuition, technical execution, and a deep understanding of player psychology. I focus on designing engaging gameplay experiences that resonate with players emotionally and mechanically, utilizing my skills in gameplay programming, level design, and audio integration alongside collaborating in team environments and solo projects.

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I am a creative Game Designer with a strong foundation in interactive storytelling, level design, and systems thinking. I have hands-on experience building playable game prototypes and immersive solo projects using Unreal Engine, Unity, and C#. I bring a unique blend of narrative intuition, technical execution, and a deep understanding of player psychology.

I focus on designing engaging gameplay experiences that resonate with players emotionally and mechanically, utilizing my skills in gameplay programming, level design, and audio integration alongside collaborating in team environments and solo projects.

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Work Experience

Customer Service Rep at Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO)
May 10, 2024 - September 3, 2024
Delivered high-quality customer service and operated the POS system.
Game Designer & Programmer (School Projects) at Cambrian College of Applied & Technology
September 1, 2023 - Present
Worked on multiple solo and group projects as part of a hands-on game design diploma, specializing in gameplay programming, level design, and prototyping using industry-standard tools. Key projects include RedLine, a horror FPS prototype built with Unreal Engine 5 including enemy AI and immersive atmosphere; Project Pyrex, a 2D action platformer developed with Unity involving programming and level design; and an AI systems prototyping project utilizing FSMs and NavMesh in Unity.
Customer Service Representative at LCBO
September 30, 2024 - August 7, 2025
Delivered high-quality customer service and operated the POS system during seasonal employment periods.
ACE Summer Camp Coordinator at Toronto Youth Development
August 31, 2023 - August 7, 2025
Led team activities and designed engaging educational content for youth programs during summer 2023.
Summer IT Intern at Lagos Business School
September 30, 2022 - August 7, 2025
Assisted in maintaining and updating the organization’s website.
Game Designer & Programmer (School Projects) at Cambrian College of Applied & Technology
September 1, 2023 - Present
Worked on multiple solo and group game design projects focusing on gameplay programming, level design, and prototyping using industry-standard tools like Unreal Engine 5 and Unity. Led and built projects such as a solo horror FPS with AI and immersive audio, a 2D action platformer in a team setting, and AI system prototyping for dynamic enemy behaviors.
Customer Service Rep at LCBO
December 31, 2023 - August 7, 2025
Delivered high-quality customer service and operated the POS system during seasonal employment periods.
Customer Service Rep at LCBO
September 30, 2024 - August 7, 2025
Provided excellent customer service and handled POS operations during summer employment.
ACE Summer Camp Coordinator at Toronto Youth Development
August 31, 2023 - August 7, 2025
Led team activities and designed engaging educational content for youth during summer camp.
Summer IT Intern at Lagos Business School
September 30, 2022 - August 7, 2025
Assisted in maintaining and updating the organization’s website as part of an IT internship during the summer.

Education

Ontario College Diploma at Cambrian College of Arts & Technology
September 5, 2023 - April 18, 2025
Relevant course work: Game Design Theory, Game Psychology, Level Design, Narrative Design, UI/UX, Programming (C#, OOP), Game Prototyping, 2D/3D Asset Creation (Blender, Aseprite), Animation, AI Programming, Game Production, Game Audio, AR/VR Development.
Completed coursework towards B.Sc. in Information Science and Media Studies at Pan-Atlantic University
November 1, 2020 - August 31, 2022
Ontario College Diploma in Game Design at Cambrian College
September 1, 2023 - April 30, 2025
Completed coursework towards B.Sc. in Information Science and Media Studies at Pan-Atlantic University
November 1, 2020 - August 31, 2022

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Industry Experience

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