Nigel Pick
@nigelpick
Passionate writer and junior software engineer in video game development.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated writer and junior software engineer with a strong passion for video games and storytelling. My journey began in the culinary world, where I honed my creativity and teamwork skills. Transitioning into writing, I have contributed to various interactive projects, including LGBT-centric games and murder mystery stories, showcasing my ability to craft engaging narratives.
Currently, I work as a writer for IGG Gamers At Heart, where I have full control over storylines and gameplay options for an interactive novel. My experience as a junior software engineer at Criterion Games has further enriched my skill set, allowing me to adapt code and collaborate with developers to enhance game quality. I am committed to continuous learning, having completed a Professional Software Engineering course and a Video Game Writing course with distinction.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Writer
IGG Gamers At Heart
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)
Full story contributor with control over an entire, largely text based, LGBT centric interactive novel game. Responsible for devising complete story lines and various options within gameplay and writing full scripts with multiple options and endings.
Writer
Anzir
Feb 2024 - Sep 2024 (7 months)
Contributed to various interactive murder mystery stories, consisting of prose and dialogue including full scripts. This position was under a freelance contract.
Junior Software Engineer
Criterion Games
Jan 2022 - Jan 2024 (2 years)
Tested video games, adapting code and conversing with developers to alleviate bugs and glitches. Contributed to some development tasks within the team.
Freelance Video Game Tester
Various UK-based Studios
Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 5 months)
Adapted code and created patches for small, mostly UK-based studios. Ensured game functionality and resolved technical issues.
Freelance Food Writer
Various Magazines and Websites
Wrote recipes and instructions for various magazines and websites, including Waitrose, Good Food, and Delicious Magazine. Maintained a personal blog titled "Secret Chef".
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Saffron Walden County High School
GCSE, Multiple Subjects
Grade: English A, Religious Studies A, German B, Food Tech B, Science C, Art B
Achieved strong grades in English, Religious Studies, German, Food Technology, Science, and Art. Developed foundational academic skills across a diverse range of subjects.
Saffron Walden County High School
A Level Diploma, English Literature, Media, Journalism
Grade: English Literature A, Media B, Journalism B
Completed A Level Diploma with strong performance in English Literature, Media, and Journalism. Gained advanced analytical and communication skills relevant to media and writing.
Uceritfy
Certificate of Completion, Software Engineering
Successfully completed a Professional Software Engineering course with Uceritfy. Acquired practical skills and knowledge in software engineering principles and practices.
ELVTR
Certificate of Completion, Video Game Writing
Grade: Distinction
Completed a Video Game Writing course with Distinction under Lorne Nudel through ELVTR. Developed specialized skills in narrative design, scriptwriting, and interactive storytelling for video games.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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