Hi, I'm Matt Peterson, a passionate game developer with experience in gameplay programming, design, and project management. I enjoy creating engaging gaming experiences using a variety of tools and technologies. I'm always eager to learn new things and collaborate with talented teams to bring games and interactive media to life. I have worked on several projects during my studies and currently contribute to a global interactive media startup. Besides game development, I also have skills in web development and graphic design, which help me support and enhance development workflows and user experiences.…

Matt Peterson

Hi, I'm Matt Peterson, a passionate game developer with experience in gameplay programming, design, and project management. I enjoy creating engaging gaming experiences using a variety of tools and technologies. I'm always eager to learn new things and collaborate with talented teams to bring games and interactive media to life. I have worked on several projects during my studies and currently contribute to a global interactive media startup. Besides game development, I also have skills in web development and graphic design, which help me support and enhance development workflows and user experiences.…

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Hi, I’m Matt Peterson, a passionate game developer with experience in gameplay programming, design, and project management. I enjoy creating engaging gaming experiences using a variety of tools and technologies. I’m always eager to learn new things and collaborate with talented teams to bring games and interactive media to life.

I have worked on several projects during my studies and currently contribute to a global interactive media startup. Besides game development, I also have skills in web development and graphic design, which help me support and enhance development workflows and user experiences.

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Skills

Experience Level

C#
Expert
Unity
Expert
Python
Expert
Game Design
Expert
C++
Expert
JavaScript
Intermediate
Unreal Engine 4
Intermediate
HTML5
Intermediate
CSS
Intermediate
Blender
Intermediate
Java
Intermediate
Autodesk Maya
Intermediate
Node.js
Intermediate
React JS
Intermediate
SQL
Intermediate
Substance Painter
Intermediate
UI
Intermediate
PHP
Intermediate
Docker
Intermediate
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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Course Material Development at DigiPen Institute of Technology
August 31, 2024 - July 15, 2025
Developed new course material for User Experience and Technical Design classes, created Unity packages and project templates including programming templates and whitebox assets. Provided live support both in-person and remote, managing troubleshooting and remote machine management. Collected and interpreted student feedback to revise course material and reported findings to professors.
Office Administrator at Burlew Bookkeeping & Tax Services
April 30, 2025 - July 15, 2025
Managed client communications through emails, data entry, and scheduling with CRM software ACT!. Collaborated with remote software support technicians to maintain managed devices and provided software support to coworkers. Researched new software solutions for company use.
Computer Department Sales at Best Buy
December 31, 2020 - July 15, 2025
Exceeded monthly sales expectations in the computer department by upselling products and memberships. Assisted customers by explaining electronics features and matching products to individual use cases.
Design Department – Course Material Development at DigiPen Institute of Technology
June 1, 2024 - July 15, 2025
Conducted tools research and development for use by students and faculty. Created documentation and provided technical consulting to aid in curriculum development.
Design Department – Teaching Assistant at DigiPen Institute of Technology
August 1, 2024 - July 15, 2025
Assisted design department faculty with evaluations and offered students auxiliary support in course material and design principles.
Production Team Project Manager at (NDA) Global Interactive Media Development Startup
September 1, 2024 - Present
Managed project using AGILE methodology, coordinated team, and handled interpersonal communication to ensure successful project development.
Quality Director & Gameplay Designer at CuBlight (DigiPen Team Project)
December 31, 2023 - July 15, 2025
Created technical documentation, designed gameplay elements, and coordinated playtesting for a 3D Isometric Roguelike game.
Technical Designer & Gameplay Programmer at Shattered Soul (DigiPen Team Project)
May 1, 2022 - July 15, 2025
Programmed character controllers and designed and implemented gameplay and systems for a 2D platformer game.
Lead Programmer & Gameplay Design at Olive Adventure (Pixel Game Jam 2022)
August 31, 2022 - July 15, 2025
Produced the game, programmed gameplay mechanics, and implemented art and animation for a 2D Top Down Shooter, achieving 3rd place.
Lead Programmer & Gameplay Design at Draculad (MiniJam #118)
August 31, 2022 - July 15, 2025
Produced the game, programmed gameplay, and integrated art and animation for a 2D platformer, placing 9th.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at DigiPen Institute of Technology
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2023
Associates of Arts at Platt College San Diego
January 1, 2018 - March 31, 2020
Bachelor of Arts at DigiPen Institute of Technology
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2024
Associate of Arts at Platt College
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020

Qualifications

CompTIA A+ Certification
January 11, 2030 - July 15, 2025

Industry Experience

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

Skills

Experience Level

C#
Expert
Unity
Expert
Python
Expert
Game Design
Expert
C++
Expert
JavaScript
Intermediate
Unreal Engine 4
Intermediate
HTML5
Intermediate
CSS
Intermediate
Blender
Intermediate
Java
Intermediate
Autodesk Maya
Intermediate
Node.js
Intermediate
React JS
Intermediate
SQL
Intermediate
Substance Painter
Intermediate
UI
Intermediate
PHP
Intermediate
Docker
Intermediate
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