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Game and narrative designer/programmer focused on creating intuitive, user-friendly experiences. I build systems with strong UX/UI thinking and integrate story directly into interactive mechanics. I enjoy rapid iteration under deadlines, collaborating across art and Computer Science to align visual/experiential goals, and shipping polished prototypes that feel emotionally grounded and coherent for players.…Game and narrative designer/programmer focused on creating intuitive, user-friendly experiences. I build systems with strong UX/UI thinking and integrate story directly into interactive mechanics. I enjoy rapid iteration under deadlines, collaborating across art and Computer Science to align visual/experiential goals, and shipping polished prototypes that feel emotionally grounded and coherent for players.

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Game and narrative designer/programmer focused on creating intuitive, user-friendly experiences. I build systems with strong UX/UI thinking and integrate story directly into interactive mechanics. I enjoy rapid iteration under deadlines, collaborating across art and Computer Science to align visual/experiential goals, and shipping polished prototypes that feel emotionally grounded and coherent for players.…Game and narrative designer/programmer focused on creating intuitive, user-friendly experiences. I build systems with strong UX/UI thinking and integrate story directly into interactive mechanics. I enjoy rapid iteration under deadlines, collaborating across art and Computer Science to align visual/experiential goals, and shipping polished prototypes that feel emotionally grounded and coherent for players.

Available to hire

Game and narrative designer/programmer focused on creating intuitive, user-friendly experiences. I build systems with strong UX/UI thinking and integrate story directly into interactive mechanics.

I enjoy rapid iteration under deadlines, collaborating across art and Computer Science to align visual/experiential goals, and shipping polished prototypes that feel emotionally grounded and coherent for players.

Skills

Godot

Game Design

Microsoft Office

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Narrative Illustration

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Beginner

Beginner

Language

Javanese

Intermediate

Work Experience

Solo Developer at Law Desk ’96 (Godot 4.6 & 4.7)

April 1, 2026 - Present

Designed with meaningful, emotional choice points. Creating an authentic retro operating system interface for users to navigate. Intended to ship in 2026 on Steam.

Law Desk '96 (Software Project) – Independent Project Manager/Designer at Independent

April 1, 2026 - Present

Independently manages the design and development of a long-term software project.

Solo Developer at Othribo (Godot 4.5) - Stealth-survival RPG prototype

August 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025

Created a stealth-survival RPG inspired by The Thief. Designed stealth systems and level layouts, modeled and textured low-poly assets for visual cohesion, and integrated narrative elements to connect story with gameplay. Built an immersive environment encouraging player exploration.

Obripo (Interactive Software Prototype) – Designer/Developer at Independent

July 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025

Designed and developed an interactive software prototype from concept through implementation.

Director of UX/UI at Electronic Arts Research Lab, Colorado State University

January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024

Designed UX for a VR cat-café simulation focused on player comfort. Guided peers in interactive design and storytelling principles, and collaborated with art and CS students to align visual and gameplay goals.

UX/UI Lead – Electronic Arts Research Lab (VR UX) at Colorado State University

January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024

Designed UX for a VR-based research project with an emphasis on user comfort. Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve usability and user experience, guiding design decisions to enhance interface consistency and overall usability.

Narrative & Gameplay Designer / Programmer at Casey’s Climb (CSU VR Competition project)

November 1, 2022 - November 30, 2022

Designed for the CSU VR Competition. Programmed climbing physics and interaction logic. Directed creative design under a 48-hour deadline, outperforming other research lab teams.

Casey's Climb (Award-winning Software) – Team Contributor at Independent

November 1, 2022 - Present

Collaborated on an award-winning software project contributing gameplay systems and programming.

Guest Attendant (Washouse) at Washouse

April 1, 2022 - May 1, 2026

Managed daily operations independently without supervision. Assisted customers with equipment, payments, and issue resolution in a friendly and professional manner.

Team Member at Noodles & Co.

January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2020

Delivered exceptional, fast-paced restaurant customer service. Processed customer orders while maintaining a welcoming atmosphere and resolved customer concerns professionally to ensure a positive experience.