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I'm a creative game design graduate with a passion for story-driven experiences and innovative gameplay. I thrive collaborating across disciplines to shape immersive worlds and meaningful player journeys. I enjoy leading teams, shaping narrative systems, and turning concepts into polished experiences, from indie projects to organized esports programs.…

Thomas J. Bufalini

Game Designer, Game Developer, 3D Designer, +4

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I'm a creative game design graduate with a passion for story-driven experiences and innovative gameplay. I thrive collaborating across disciplines to shape immersive worlds and meaningful player journeys. I enjoy leading teams, shaping narrative systems, and turning concepts into polished experiences, from indie projects to organized esports programs.…

Available to hire

I’m a creative game design graduate with a passion for story-driven experiences and innovative gameplay. I thrive collaborating across disciplines to shape immersive worlds and meaningful player journeys.
I enjoy leading teams, shaping narrative systems, and turning concepts into polished experiences, from indie projects to organized esports programs.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Audacity

Intermediate

Java

Intermediate

Python

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

President at Quinnipiac Esports Club

May 1, 2025 - September 8, 2025

Oversaw 5 teams (Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, League of Legends, Overwatch, Valorant, Rocket League, Splatoon); led the club to the 2025 MAAC Program of the Year Award; managed rosters, schedules, budgets, and dues, ensuring clear communication across teams and with faculty advisors; grew membership by 50% through on-campus events and fundraising efforts.

Team Lead at Pick -Ture

September 1, 2024 - Present

Created the concept for the indie game Pick -Ture; managed project timelines, sprints, and task assignments; contributed to programming, level design, music, sound effects, and playtesting; facilitated cross-disciplinary communication to maintain creative vision and meet milestones; provided mentorship to team members.

Assistant Manager at Montalbano’s Pool and Spa

August 1, 2024 - September 8, 2025

Managed cash flows and daily reconciliations; oversaw daily sales and inventory; delivered customer service and sales support; recognized with multiple Employee of the Month awards.

President at Quinnipiac Esports Club

May 1, 2025 - September 8, 2025

Led and managed the Quinnipiac Esports Club, overseeing five teams (Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, League of Legends, Overwatch, Valorant, Rocket League, and Splatoon). Implemented initiatives that earned the 2025 MAAC Program of the Year Award; managed rosters, schedules, budgets, dues, and cross-team communication, and liaised with faculty advisors. Achieved a 50% membership increase through on-campus events and organized fundraising to support travel and other initiatives.

Team Lead at Pick -Ture (Independent Project)

September 1, 2024 - Present

Conceptualized and led the independent game Pick -Ture, coordinating project timelines, sprint goals, and task assignments via Trello; contributed across programming, level design, music, sound effects, and playtesting; facilitated cross-disciplinary communication to maintain a shared creative vision and milestones; provided mentorship and feedback to sustain high performance.

Assistant Manager at Montalbano’s Pool and Spa

August 1, 2024 - September 8, 2025

Managed daily operations including cash flows and reconciliations, daily sales, and inventory levels; delivered exceptional customer service and sales support; received multiple Employee of the Month awards.