I am an aspiring game designer and producer with hands-on experience using Unity and Unreal Engine, and a passion for turning ideas into playable experiences. I bring programming knowledge (C#, C++, HTML/CSS, JavaScript), strong project planning and leadership abilities from team-based roles, including esports management, event coordination, and content production. I thrive in collaborative environments and love crafting innovative, player-focused projects. My background spans game development tooling, event organization, and media production. I am experienced in leading teams, coordinating milestones, and delivering polished projects on time. I’m eager to contribute my creativity, technical skills, and practical production know-how to innovative video games and unique projects.

Thomas Spivak

I am an aspiring game designer and producer with hands-on experience using Unity and Unreal Engine, and a passion for turning ideas into playable experiences. I bring programming knowledge (C#, C++, HTML/CSS, JavaScript), strong project planning and leadership abilities from team-based roles, including esports management, event coordination, and content production. I thrive in collaborative environments and love crafting innovative, player-focused projects. My background spans game development tooling, event organization, and media production. I am experienced in leading teams, coordinating milestones, and delivering polished projects on time. I’m eager to contribute my creativity, technical skills, and practical production know-how to innovative video games and unique projects.

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I am an aspiring game designer and producer with hands-on experience using Unity and Unreal Engine, and a passion for turning ideas into playable experiences. I bring programming knowledge (C#, C++, HTML/CSS, JavaScript), strong project planning and leadership abilities from team-based roles, including esports management, event coordination, and content production. I thrive in collaborative environments and love crafting innovative, player-focused projects.

My background spans game development tooling, event organization, and media production. I am experienced in leading teams, coordinating milestones, and delivering polished projects on time. I’m eager to contribute my creativity, technical skills, and practical production know-how to innovative video games and unique projects.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Lead Designer, QA Tester at TFS Game Jam
June 1, 2025 - September 16, 2025
Asset implementation – character and tile maps + animation of characters; Level design – created layouts and ideas for flow of map; UX/UI design – created menus and styled the menus; Play-tester and balance team; Team of 3
Lead Designer, QA Tester at TFS Game Jam
June 1, 2025 - September 16, 2025
Led asset implementation (character and tile maps, character animation), designed map layouts, created UX/UI menus, performed play-testing and balancing within a team of 3.
Founder at Vaporwave Esports
January 31, 2025 - September 16, 2025
Founded a startup esports organization in Canada. Built social media presence (LinkedIn, Instagram, X), secured sponsorships, built and managed six teams across League of Legends, Valorant, and Rocket League, contracted streamers to promote the brand, and created merchandise and industry connections.
Founder at Vaporwave Esports
January 1, 2025 - September 16, 2025
Startup esports organization in Canada; Built social media pages; Obtained sponsorships; Built and managed teams of players and coaches; Contracted streamers; Created merchandise; Built connections with organizations and leagues
Founder at Vaporwave Esports
January 1, 2025 - September 16, 2025
Founded a startup esports organization in Canada; built social media presence; secured sponsorships; built and managed teams of players and coaches; coordinated six teams across various games; contracted streamers; created merchandise; established connections with organizations and leagues.
Founder at Vaporwave Esports
January 1, 2025 - September 16, 2025
Founded a Canadian start-up esports organization; built social media presence on LinkedIn, Instagram, and X; secured sponsorships; built and managed teams of players and coaches; contracted streamers to promote the brand; produced merchandise; built connections with organizations and leagues.
Multi-store Manager at Real Fruit Bubble Tea
January 31, 2024 - September 16, 2025
Opened and closed stores, processed invoices, and generated POS and inventory reports. Managed cash deposits and collections, ordered supplies, and maintained quality control. Trained staff on POS systems, beverage blending, and coffee preparation. Delivered strong customer service and care, while ensuring accurate financial handling and inventory management.
Store Manager at Real Fruit Bubble Tea
January 31, 2024 - September 16, 2025
Opening and closing stores; Reading and sending invoices; Reporting sales and POS reports; Inventory reports; Ordering invoices; Training staff on POS, blending and coffee; Customer service and care; Quality checking produces and inventory; Depositing and collecting money for stores
Multi-Store Manager at Real Fruit Bubble Tea
January 1, 2024 - September 16, 2025
Managed multiple stores, opened/closed locations, processed invoices, generated POS and sales/inventory reports, handled ordering and deposits, trained staff on POS and beverage preparation, delivered customer service, and ensured quality control of products and inventory.
Multi - Store Manager at Real Fruit Bubble Tea
January 1, 2024 - September 16, 2025
Opened and closed stores; processed invoices and POS reports; prepared inventory reports; managed ordering and invoicing; trained staff on POS, blending and coffee; provided customer service and care; conducted quality checks on products and inventory; handled cash deposits and collections.
Shoutcaster at Lambton College
April 1, 2022 - September 16, 2025
Shoutcast and analyzed games including Rocket League, Valorant, League of Legends, Halo, and Call of Duty to provide insightful commentary and post-game analysis.
Project Manager at Lambton College
April 1, 2022 - September 16, 2025
Directed two esports events (Rocket League and League of Legends), hosted a 13-week league plus a weekend tournament. Delegated tasks across three teams (Social, Technical, Production), served as milestone touchpoint host, and coordinated matches at scheduled times.
Shoutcaster at Lambton College
April 1, 2022 - September 16, 2025
Shout cast and analysis of games; Games include Rocket League, Valorant, League of Legends, Halo, Call of Duty
Project Manager at Lambton College
April 1, 2022 - September 16, 2025
Conducted 2 events Rocket League and League of Legends; Hosted a 13-week League and a weekend tournament; Task delegation across 3 teams (Social, Technical, Production); Project milestone touchpoint host; Coordinating teams to play in matches during scheduled times
Shoutcaster at Lambton College
April 1, 2022 - September 16, 2025
Shoutcast and game analysis for titles including Rocket League, Valorant, League of Legends, Halo, and Call of Duty.
Project Manager at Lambton College
April 1, 2022 - September 16, 2025
Directed esports events (Rocket League and League of Legends), hosted a 13-week league and a weekend tournament, delegated tasks across three teams (Social, Technical, Production), managed milestone touchpoints, and coordinated match scheduling.
Shout caster at Lambton College
April 1, 2022 - September 16, 2025
Shoutcast and analysis of games including Rocket League, Valorant, League of Legends, Halo, and Call of Duty.
Project Manager at Lambton College
April 1, 2022 - September 16, 2025
Coordinated two events (Rocket League and League of Legends); hosted a 13-week League and a weekend tournament; delegated tasks across three teams (Social, Technical, Production); served as Project Milestone Touchpoint Host; coordinated teams to play matches on scheduled times.
Podcast Producer at CWN Podcast
January 1, 2022 - Present
Edited and uploaded 15 podcasts to YouTube and resolved technical issues to ensure smooth delivery.
Podcast Producer at CWN Podcast
January 1, 2022 - Present
Edited and uploaded 15 podcasts to YouTube; Repaired technical errors
Podcast Producer at CWN Podcast
January 1, 2022 - Present
Edited and uploaded 15 podcasts to YouTube; troubleshooted and repaired technical errors.
Podcast Producer at CWN Podcast
January 1, 2022 - Present
Edited and uploaded 15 podcasts to YouTube; repaired technical errors and ensured smooth playback.
Intern at Lazarus Esports
April 1, 2021 - September 16, 2025
Collaborated with industry professionals; managed data entries for players and contract lengths, and assisted with streamers. Scouted players and content creators for sponsorship alignment. Supported social media management and drafted/reviewed contracts for players and streamers.
Intern at Lazarus Esports
April 1, 2021 - September 16, 2025
Data entry/management on players and contract length as well as streamers; Scouting players and content creators for the brand depending on sponsor; Social media management – assisting with posts and tags; Contract writing and review for players and streamers
Intern at Lazarus Esports
April 1, 2021 - September 16, 2025
Worked with industry professionals; data entry/management for players and contract lengths; scouted players and content creators; assisted with social media posts and tags; drafted and reviewed contracts for players and streamers.
Intern at Lazarus Esports
April 1, 2021 - September 16, 2025
Worked with industry professionals; data entry/management on players and contract lengths; scouted players and content creators for brand sponsorships; managed social media posts and tags; wrote and reviewed contracts for players and streamers.

Education

Diploma at Toronto Film School
October 1, 2024 - June 1, 2026
Diploma in Esports Administration (Business Administration) at Lambton College
September 1, 2020 - June 1, 2022
Diploma in Esports Administration (Business Administration) at Lambton College
September 1, 2020 - April 1, 2022
Diploma – Video Game Design and Development at Toronto Film School
October 1, 2024 - June 1, 2026
Diploma in Esports Administration (Business Administration) at Lambton College
September 1, 2020 - June 1, 2022
Dean's List - Diploma in Esports Administration at Lambton College
September 1, 2020 - June 1, 2022
Diploma in Video Game Design and Development at Toronto Film School
October 1, 2024 - June 1, 2026
Diploma at Toronto Film School
October 1, 2024 - June 1, 2026
Diploma at Lambton College
September 1, 2020 - June 1, 2022

Qualifications

Dean's List - Lambton College
September 1, 2020 - June 1, 2022
Dean's List - Esports Administration
September 1, 2020 - June 1, 2022

Industry Experience

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