Tristan Jacobs
@tristanjacobs
I design and prototype gameplay systems, mechanics, combat, progression, and narrative for console and mobile games.
United KingdomWhat I'm looking for
I'm currently designing features at Glowmade, using a proprietary engine to prototype, implement, and balance gameplay mechanics.
Previously, I worked on Hellboy: Web of Wyrd at Upstream Arcade and on the cancelled mobile game Legacy at 22cans, covering level flow, combat systems, progression, narrative, UI/UX, and audio design liaison.
My background in theatre, film, writing, and academia informs my game design work. I enjoy perpetual learning, experimenting with game engines and design ideas, and building narrative experiences for games.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Game Designer
Glowmade
Jul 2023 - Present (3 years 2 months)
Led strike-teams on delivery of features and post-launch content. Used proprietary engine software to prototype, implement, and balance gameplay features and mechanics.
Game Designer
Upstream Arcade
Apr 2021 - Jun 2023 (2 years 2 months)
Designed levels, combat, and general gameplay systems. Created 2D and 3D layouts, documented design, and prototyped enemy behavior.
Game Designer
22 Cans
Apr 2020 - Mar 2021 (11 months)
Designed and developed gameplay mechanics and features. Contributed to world-building, character design, and story writing, and developed UI/UX solutions.
Student Communications Officer
ACM
Sep 2019 - Mar 2020 (6 months)
Served as Student Communications Officer at ACM in Guildford.
Head of Department
AFDA
Apr 2018 - May 2019 (1 year 1 month)
Served as Head of Department at AFDA in Johannesburg.
Writer
Tripledot Studios
Aug 2018 - Apr 2019 (8 months)
Created and wrote full chat stories and revised narrative gameplay in line with directive vision.
Lecturer/Researcher
AFDA
Sep 2014 - Mar 2018 (3 years 6 months)
Worked as a Lecturer and Researcher at AFDA in Johannesburg.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Rhodes University
M.A., Contemporary Performance
M.A. in Contemporary Performance from Rhodes University, completed in 2013.
Rhodes University
B.A. (Honours), Drama
B.A. (Honours) in Drama from Rhodes University, completed in 2009.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
United KingdomAuthorized to work in
Salary expectations
Social media
Skills
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