Jason Oda

Game Designer / Developer at Burn Ghost

Designed and developed browser-based games, built progression systems, reward loops, and retention mechanics; owned end-to-end development across gameplay, engineering, and visuals.

Game Designer / Developer at Day 8

Designed games and interactive experiences for multiple browser-based projects; developed gameplay systems, progression, balancing, and branding-friendly experiences for web and interactive formats.

Solo Developer at Waking

Owned all aspects of development for a Microsoft-funded third-person adventure game released on Xbox and Steam, including gameplay systems, engineering, and visual design.

Freelance Designer / Illustrator at Various Clients

Selected freelance design and illustration work for clients including State Farm, Weezer, Expedia, and other brands; created HTML5/browser games, 3D/2D illustrations, branding, and interactive experiences.

Creative Developer at Burn Ghost

Built browser-based games and interactive experiences from concept through final implementation. Designed and implemented gameplay systems, UI, and interactions; created visuals and assets directly in code; iterated quickly based on playtesting to improve engagement and usability.

Game Developer at Waking (Microsoft & TinyBuild)

Designed and developed a full-scale 3D Unity game released on Xbox and Steam. Built core gameplay systems, progression mechanics, and player interaction models. Handled systems design, UI, and engineering implementation; iterated through playtesting and feedback to refine balance and experience.

Designer at State Farm – Jake's Neighborhood Survival

Designed a survival game concept for State Farm's Neighborhood campaign, blending education, gamification, and branding.

Game Designer at Weezer – End of the Game

Created a browser game for Weezer's song 'End of the Game', prototyping gameplay and visual direction.

Game Developer at Indie Game

Artsy Unity game for iOS and Steam, focusing on unique visuals and experimental gameplay.

Game Developer at Expedia (Martin Agency) – Rewards Jumper

3D game starring Molly Shannon and Michael Ian Black, developed for Expedia/Martin Agency.

Designer at Rhode Island School of Design / MIT Lincoln Laboratory (Collaborative Projects)

Selected design and interactive work; contributions included in education and research contexts.