I'm Shaun Nishmas, a Montreal-based aspiring game writer and narrative designer who loves character-driven storytelling, immersive worlds, and emotional player experiences. I'm currently pursuing a UBC Professional Certificate in Video Game Writing and building a portfolio that showcases branching narratives, dialogue, and worldbuilding. My background in theater, acting, and freelance content creation helps me write authentic dialogue and design engaging characters. I thrive in collaborative settings and am motivated to contribute to entry-level narrative design roles and grow as part of a creative team.

Shaun Nishmas

I'm Shaun Nishmas, a Montreal-based aspiring game writer and narrative designer who loves character-driven storytelling, immersive worlds, and emotional player experiences. I'm currently pursuing a UBC Professional Certificate in Video Game Writing and building a portfolio that showcases branching narratives, dialogue, and worldbuilding. My background in theater, acting, and freelance content creation helps me write authentic dialogue and design engaging characters. I thrive in collaborative settings and am motivated to contribute to entry-level narrative design roles and grow as part of a creative team.

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I’m Shaun Nishmas, a Montreal-based aspiring game writer and narrative designer who loves character-driven storytelling, immersive worlds, and emotional player experiences. I’m currently pursuing a UBC Professional Certificate in Video Game Writing and building a portfolio that showcases branching narratives, dialogue, and worldbuilding.

My background in theater, acting, and freelance content creation helps me write authentic dialogue and design engaging characters. I thrive in collaborative settings and am motivated to contribute to entry-level narrative design roles and grow as part of a creative team.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Aspiring Game Writer & Narrative Designer at Self-initiated / Portfolio project
July 1, 2025 - Present
Designed characters, wrote dialogue, completed a worldbuilding sample, and developed branching narratives for a portfolio.
Aspiring Game Writer & Narrative Designer
July 1, 2025 - Present
Designed characters, wrote dialogue, completed a worldbuilding sample, and developed branching narrative for a portfolio
Theatre Camp Counsellor at Montreal Children's Theatre
July 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Supervised children aged 6–9 learning acting; provided backstage support for costume changes during final showcase
Volunteer at Côte Saint-Luc Municipal Elections
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Door-to-door and social media canvassing.
Freelance Content Writer at Infinite Content Corp.
June 1, 2019 - Present
Writes and edits online content for diverse audiences; honed skills in tone, structure, clarity, and reader engagement
Volunteer at Geriatric Department, Jewish General Hospital
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Geriatric department volunteer activities.
Volunteer at Côte Saint-Luc Municipal Elections
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Door-to-door and social media canvassing.
Volunteer at Friendship Circle
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Recreational activities for neurodiverse youth.
Actor at Côte Saint-Luc Dramatic Society
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2025
Gained a deep understanding of character motivation, expression, and teamwork; performed in 15+ productions including Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Hairspray, Cabaret, Something Rotten, Into the Woods, and The Wizard of Oz.

Education

Professional Certificate in Video Game Writing at University of British Columbia (UBC)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Bachelor of Arts in Recreation & Leisure Studies – Applied Human Sciences (Ongoing) at Concordia University
January 1, 2018 - February 21, 2026
Diploma of College Studies, Social Sciences at Collège Centennial
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014

Qualifications

Professional Certificate in Video Game Writing
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services