Elissa Jezl

Portfolio

Experienced game programmer and narrative designer seeking a junior role in game development, software engineering, production and project management, or related fields. I am a recent graduate with a B.S. in Simulation and Game Design. This portfolio showcases my student achievements. Thank you for visiting!

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Skills

I bring a strong technical and analytical mindset and outstanding communication skills to team collaboration. As an experienced content creator and community manager, I also excel at bringing a creative mindset and community-centered approach to development projects.

With my multi-disciplinary background, I collaborate seamlessly across design, art, animation, production, and development teams, facilitating effective communication of ideas and issues throughout the product lifecycle.

Computer Science

  • Background in object-oriented programming
  • Proficient in C#
  • Proficient in Unity
  • Proficient in HTML/CSS
  • Experienced in MAYA modeling software
  • Working knowledge of Python
  • Working knowledge of RPG Maker
  • Working knowledge of Twine narrative branching language

Project & Team Development

  • QA and debugging experience
  • Beta testing experience
  • Project management and coordination experience
  • Teaching and mentoring skills with experience in teaching programming and tutoring statistics
  • Discord moderator
  • Proficient in MS Office with outstanding  communication skills

Design 

  • WordPress publisher
  • Adobe CC Suite design and animation skills – Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Animate, Premiere
  • Proficient in Aseprite pixel art creator
  • Experience building Game Design Documents and meeting design and technical requirements

 

Content Creation

  • Twitch Affiliate Streamer
  • YouTube content creator with over 500 Let’s Play videos
  • Proficient in StreamLabs OBS
  • Proficient in AVS video editing software
  • Strong understanding of gameplay systems with extensive PC, console, and mobile gaming knowledge base from indie games to AAA titles

Education

I hold a bachelor’s degree in Simulation & Game Design, and am available for hire for full-time positions. As a U.S. citizen, I am immediately eligible for U.S.-based employment. 

Bachelor of Applied Science

Simulation & Game Design

  • University of Baltimore, MD

Associate of Applied Science

Computer Gaming & Simulation

  • Montgomery College, MD

Honors & Awards

  • Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Member

  • National Society of Leadership and Success Member

  • Delegate David Moon Scholarship Recipient
  • Awarded Japan Study Abroad Program Scholarship

More Experience

I have a history of excellence in serving clientele, customers, and students through diverse roles. Find me on LinkedIn.