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Jarien Reed

@jarienreed

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Game developer focused on gameplay systems and production-ready prototypes.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role where I can build and iterate on gameplay systems with a collaborative team, contribute technically and creatively, and continue growing my Unreal/C++ skills while helping ship polished, player-focused experiences.

I am a Game Development and Design graduate from Purdue University with hands-on experience building gameplay prototypes and delivering polished project presentations to industry stakeholders.

My academic work emphasized applied computer graphics and contemporary game design theory, where I led project planning, executed deliverables, and communicated complex ideas clearly to diverse audiences.

In production settings I have practical experience with Unreal Engine 5, project tracking in Jira, and source control via SourceTree, and I am actively learning Unreal C++ API, GAS, Lyra, and Python to expand my technical toolset.

Outside of development, I manage daily operations and teams in a fast-paced retail food environment, demonstrating leadership, organization, resilience, and a strong work ethic that I bring to collaborative game projects.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Assistant Manager

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Brew City Pizza - Dominos

Jun 2025 - Present (7 months)

Oversee daily store operations including cash handling and opening procedures, manage food production and inventory to ensure quality and reduce waste, and resolve customer issues to maintain satisfaction and brand standards.

Inventory Management Food Safety Cash Handling Team Leadership Customer Service Scheduling Quality Control

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Purdue University

Bachelor of Science, Game Development and Design

Grade: 3.57/4.00

Activities and societies: Dean's List Fall 2020, Spring 2021, 2023, Spring 2024, Spring 2025; coursework: CGT 425 Game Design, CGT 41201 Problems in Applied Computer Graphics

Bachelor of Science in Game Development and Design with a cumulative GPA of 3.57, recognized on the Dean's List across multiple semesters; coursework included advanced game design and applied computer graphics projects.