qclu

Programmer | Project Manager | Game Designer

Welcome to my portfolio! I'm Lucy, a dedicated and versatile game developer with hands-on experience across programming, project management, game design, and a little bit of 2D and 3D art. Since July 2023, I've participated in five game jams, primarily taking on the roles of programmer and project manager, but I've also worked as a game designer and artist. Participating in these game jams gives me a lot of pride in the work I accomplish and pride in my personal growth as a game developer. This makes me super energized to keep growing, and I would love to develop games professionally!

Technical Skills:

• Game Engines: Godot, Unity, JavaScript/Phaser.js, Renpy
• Programming Languages: C#, GDScript, JavaScript, Python
• Planning & Execution Tools: Github, Github Projects, Canva, Figma, Miro, Notion, Google Drive, Docs, Spreadsheets
• Art Tools: Krita, Photoshop, Illustrator, Blender, Cakewalk (sound editing), DaVinci Studio (video editing)

I pride myself on being a quick learner, adept at picking up new game engines and programming languages, as well as quickly understanding what others say to me, whether they’re teaching me something new, sharing a creative concept, or expressing a wish or concern. My ability to adapt to different tools, technologies, and people has enabled me to contribute effectively to every project I've been part of.  I love bringing to life others' ideas, artworks, and visions either through coding, solidifying game design, or project organization and management. I believe that proper file organization and structure are crucial for maintaining clean and scalable code, even under tight deadlines like those in game jams.

Experience Highlights:

• Solo Programmer & Team Collaborator: I've been the sole programmer on some projects, where I worked closely with game designers, artists, and writers to bring our vision to life. I’ve also collaborated with other programmers, learning from them and sharing my knowledge to enhance the team's overall performance.
• Game Designer & Project Manager: Coordinated multi-disciplinary teams to bring game concepts from idea to execution, ensuring cohesive and polished final products. Developed game design docs, brainstorming boards, and google task management spreadsheets.
• Team Collaboration & Communication: Emphasized the importance of clean code structure and organization in team projects, contributing to scalable and maintainable codebases. I excel at understanding what others are communicating, asking the right questions to help guide discussions, and transforming ideas into actionable tasks and solid, executable plans.
• Agile Project Management & Strict Deadlines: Experienced in working under tight, two-week deadlines from game jams that I participated in. I excel at planning and executing workflows to meet these deadlines, defining an MVP (Minimum Viable Product), maintaining clear communication and organization, and adapting quickly if things go off schedule.

I'm actively seeking opportunities in game design, programming, and project management, where I can apply my skills and continue to grow in the industry. Below, you'll find examples of my work, showcasing my contributions to various game jam projects. Please feel free to reach out if you'd like to collaborate or discuss potential job opportunities!

Projects:

• Submeowriners - Role: 2D Artist, Ship Design
  • Multiplayer submarine platformer: Man your battle stations and prepare for an epic fight!
  • https://delauraen.itch.io/submeowriners
• Let Him Brew - Role: Project Manager, Programmer
  • You are a potion maker who makes special potions.
  • https://lotus-1.itch.io/let-him-brew
• Fish are Friends not Food - Role: Sole Programmer, Project Manager
  • Collect as many fish as you can!
  • https://qclu.itch.io/fish-are-friends-not-food
• Wreck in Pieces - Role: Programmer
  • Skate, grind, and destroy objects in the Boardopolis mall.
  • https://delauraen.itch.io/wreck-in-pieces
• Spooky Game - Role: Sole Programmer, Project Manager
  • You're locked in a spooky house! Find the key fragments in order to escape.
  • https://qclu.itch.io/spookygame