Hi, I’m Sol Kirby-Richards, a 19-year-old student at Falmouth University studying Games Development. I’ve spent around four years learning game development, blending cross-disciplinary studies in art, design and programming. I started in college with art and design, then moved to refine my programming skills at university. I’ve passed GCSEs and I’m actively seeking a placement to gain industry experience in game development. I enjoy game jams and working in agile teams, and I’m committed to staying loyal to my team and delivering my best work. I’ve worked on a range of projects, from small prototypes to more ambitious production tasks, using Unreal Engine, C++, and Unity. I’m eager to grow as a programmer and a designer, take on responsibility, and contribute to a team’s success while continually learning new tools and techniques.

Sol Kirby-Richards

Hi, I’m Sol Kirby-Richards, a 19-year-old student at Falmouth University studying Games Development. I’ve spent around four years learning game development, blending cross-disciplinary studies in art, design and programming. I started in college with art and design, then moved to refine my programming skills at university. I’ve passed GCSEs and I’m actively seeking a placement to gain industry experience in game development. I enjoy game jams and working in agile teams, and I’m committed to staying loyal to my team and delivering my best work. I’ve worked on a range of projects, from small prototypes to more ambitious production tasks, using Unreal Engine, C++, and Unity. I’m eager to grow as a programmer and a designer, take on responsibility, and contribute to a team’s success while continually learning new tools and techniques.

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Hi, I’m Sol Kirby-Richards, a 19-year-old student at Falmouth University studying Games Development. I’ve spent around four years learning game development, blending cross-disciplinary studies in art, design and programming. I started in college with art and design, then moved to refine my programming skills at university. I’ve passed GCSEs and I’m actively seeking a placement to gain industry experience in game development. I enjoy game jams and working in agile teams, and I’m committed to staying loyal to my team and delivering my best work.

I’ve worked on a range of projects, from small prototypes to more ambitious production tasks, using Unreal Engine, C++, and Unity. I’m eager to grow as a programmer and a designer, take on responsibility, and contribute to a team’s success while continually learning new tools and techniques.

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Language

English
Advanced
German
Intermediate

Work Experience

Mechanics Programmer
May 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Expanded Unity skills and contributed to university game development projects; collaborated across disciplines with art, design and programming teammates; developed features in C# and Unity; contributed to pre-production and production phases; demonstrated strong teamwork, communication and adaptability.
World Building Production Programmer/Technical Artist
May 1, 2026 - May 1, 2026
Created a simulated boss fight using Unreal Engine to learn the engine architecture; used C++ and Blueprints to implement functionality; researched and implemented AI optimization with profiling tools; studied decision-making algorithms for intelligent agents; developed a split-screen camera system and VFX using particle systems; prepared a pitch deck with market analysis and mockups; progressed knowledge of Unreal Engine through hands-on development.
Game Jam Participant / Agile Team Member
May 1, 2024 - May 1, 2024
Collaborated with cross-disciplinary peers on game jam projects; demonstrated time management, communication and teamwork; contributed to prototypes and gameplay ideas under tight deadlines.

Education

Level 3 Creative Digital Media (Game Development) at DV8 Sussex College
January 11, 2030 - November 27, 2025
Extended Diploma Level 3 Creative Digital Media (Game Development) at DV8 Sussex College
January 11, 2030 - November 27, 2025

Qualifications

GCSE English Language
January 11, 2030 - November 27, 2025
GCSE Maths
January 11, 2030 - November 27, 2025
GCSE German
January 11, 2030 - November 27, 2025
GCSE Chemistry
January 11, 2030 - November 27, 2025
GCSE Biology
January 11, 2030 - November 27, 2025

Industry Experience

Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet

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