Narrative Designer with a B.S. in Computer Game Entertainment Technology and hands-on experience creating branching quest systems, interactive dialogue, and playable prototypes in Unity and Unreal Engine. I combine story craft with technical implementation using C# and Java, and I enjoy turning design intent into working gameplay. I also bring editorial writing and SEO strategy experience, helping translate complex ideas into clear, engaging content. I’m passionate about worldbuilding, mechanical storytelling, and collaborating with developers and writers to build cohesive player experiences.

John Chirayil

Narrative Designer with a B.S. in Computer Game Entertainment Technology and hands-on experience creating branching quest systems, interactive dialogue, and playable prototypes in Unity and Unreal Engine. I combine story craft with technical implementation using C# and Java, and I enjoy turning design intent into working gameplay. I also bring editorial writing and SEO strategy experience, helping translate complex ideas into clear, engaging content. I’m passionate about worldbuilding, mechanical storytelling, and collaborating with developers and writers to build cohesive player experiences.

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Narrative Designer with a B.S. in Computer Game Entertainment Technology and hands-on experience creating branching quest systems, interactive dialogue, and playable prototypes in Unity and Unreal Engine. I combine story craft with technical implementation using C# and Java, and I enjoy turning design intent into working gameplay.

I also bring editorial writing and SEO strategy experience, helping translate complex ideas into clear, engaging content. I’m passionate about worldbuilding, mechanical storytelling, and collaborating with developers and writers to build cohesive player experiences.

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Language

English
Fluent
Malayalam
Intermediate
Japanese
Beginner

Work Experience

Pharmacy Technician at Walgreens
July 2, 2026 - Present
Java Intern at Revature
May 11, 2026 - Present
Pharmacy Technician at Walgreens
January 1, 2025 - Present
Maintained 98% accuracy in compliance documentation while managing large datasets under strict regulatory standards. Applied QA workflows to identify and resolve systemic discrepancies on a weekly basis, ensuring data accuracy in a fast-paced pipeline.
Journalist and Social Media Manager at College of DuPage - The Courier
September 13, 2021 - July 21, 2023
Field Service Technician at Bio Med Services, Inc.
August 15, 2021 - August 26, 2023
Staff Writer and SEO Content Specialist at College of DuPage (The Courier)
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Authored and structured written pieces using creative storytelling techniques to engage the student body. Applied targeted SEO tactics and digital analytics to publication drafts to improve web discoverability and user engagement.

Education

Computer Game Entertainment Technology at Elmhurst University
August 28, 2023 - May 24, 2025
Studied 2D and 3D Game Design, 2D Animation, and Digital Media. Participated in the 2025 Global Game Jam.
Associate's in Arts at College of DuPage
June 15, 2026 - July 21, 2023
Vice President of the Video Game Development Club and Part-Time Employee of The Courier
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Computer Game Entertainment Technology at Elmhurst University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Associate of Arts (A.A.), General Studies at College of DuPage
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023

Qualifications

Stop-Motion Animation Achievement, Elmhurst University Film Festival
January 1, 2024 - July 24, 2026
Lower Division Student Award, College of DuPage
January 11, 2030 - July 24, 2026

Industry Experience

Gaming, Computers & Electronics, Software & Internet, Education, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Retail