I an a Toronto-based designer that has extensive experience in game development. I have designed and produced three titles for my own escape room-style board games business called Envelescape. I have also developed web-based games for clients ranging from elementary schools to bars. My skillset is expansive and am confident in my ability to tackle any challenge thrown my way.…

Tom Davies

PRO

I an a Toronto-based designer that has extensive experience in game development. I have designed and produced three titles for my own escape room-style board games business called Envelescape. I have also developed web-based games for clients ranging from elementary schools to bars. My skillset is expansive and am confident in my ability to tackle any challenge thrown my way.…

Available to hire

I an a Toronto-based designer that has extensive experience in game development. I have designed and produced three titles for my own escape room-style board games business called Envelescape. I have also developed web-based games for clients ranging from elementary schools to bars. My skillset is expansive and am confident in my ability to tackle any challenge thrown my way.

See more

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Game & Puzzle Designer at Freelance
May 1, 2024 - Present
Develops web-based puzzle and escape games using Unity, Construct3, and Gdevelop. Designs puzzles and printable escape room-style games. Works with clients across multiple industries including education, publishing, and retail to deliver engaging, educational experiences.
Lead Game Designer & Product Manager at Envelescape
August 1, 2020 - November 1, 2023
Designed interactive puzzles and clues with a focus on player enjoyment and logical reasoning. Managed the end-to-end design and production lifecycle for three board games, transforming initial concepts into successful product launches. Bootstrapped a Kickstarter campaign, surpassing funding goals by 90% and raising over $70,000, while fostering a dedicated backer community. Developed a web-based companion app, providing players a simple and intuitive way to interact digitally with the games.
Creative Resources Coordinator at Bleublancrouge Agency
September 1, 2022 - July 1, 2023
Spearheaded allocation of creative resources for up to 12 campaigns at a time. Liaised with external freelancers when needed. Implemented and optimized tools, systems, and processes to improve the efficiency of the resource management process by over 30%. Led cross-functional meetings to align project expectations, fostering seamless cooperation between teams and external freelancers.
Game Design Intern at ExtraDimension Games
July 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Developed gameplay mechanics to ensure engaging gameplay loops. Regularly identified gameplay inefficiencies and areas for improvement within existing applications.

Education

Post-Graduate Diploma, Interactive Media Management at George Brown College
September 1, 2023 - August 1, 2024
Bachelor of Arts, Creative Industries at Toronto Metropolitan University
September 1, 2016 - May 1, 2020

Qualifications

Add your qualifications or awards here.

Industry Experience

Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Retail