Game Design Mentor

My role as a Game Design Mentor

As a Game Design Mentor at CG Spectrum, I work with students to build their Design skill set each week in an effort to prepare them for an entry-level job in the Game Industry. Students start off learning basic concepts about the industry at large and how to think like a Game Designer before slowly transitioning through advanced concepts and working in a game engine of their choice.

I guide my students using my personal experience and background as an educational resource. Each week I meet with my class to critique their assignments, present a new design concept, and encourage them to explore their passion for Game Design by providing optional weekly challenges to accomplish.

What is CG Spectrum?

CG Spectrum is an online school that specializes in animation, visual effects & game design. Students complete assignments and projects on a weekly basis and meet with their Mentor to get industry feedback quickly and efficiently.

Additional information is found on the CG Spectrum site: CG Spectrum

Shaping the future of the program

Alongside acting as a Game Design Mentor I will be helping shape the course curriculum towards an Unreal 5 focus. I’ll utilize my 7+ years working in Unreal 5 to help build a program well suited for teaching students how to manipulate the engine to create the best content possible!

I’ll specifically be:

• Working alongside other Game Design Mentors to develop an expansive Unreal 5 build filled with pre-built systems like wall running mechanics, inventories, playable AI, and much, much more!

• Working with student TAs to establish Game Design Challenges on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis. Design Challenges offer extra opportunities for students to create high quality portfolio pieces while collaborating with each other.