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Tabletop Game Developer

Location:
Columbia, SC
Posted:
August 25, 2023

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Caila Buckhaults

t a b l e T o p G a m e D e v e l o p e r

Creative and innovative game designer with a passion for creating engaging tabletop gaming experiences for high school-age audiences. Leveraging a background in computer science, including a degree from the University of South Carolina and capstone project experience in video game development, to bring a unique perspective to tabletop game design. Proficient in using Canva for digital design work. Experience

- Designed and developed tabletop games, including "Slime: It's Your Game," "Gunfi Mushroom Garden," "AOLS: An Office Life Simulator," and "Where the Duck."

- Advanced "AOLS: An Office Life Simulator" and "Where the Duck" to the semifinals in game design competitions.

- Currently working on "Templiet: Of Nehemeha" and "Spooky Chief: A Ghost Pie Game," with plans for full production.

Game Designer

January 2021 - Current

Lab Tech

Collaborated with scientists to program and deploy Opentrons robot protocols for COVID-19 saliva testing, including the creation of sample tracking and live reporting systems. Aug 2020 - Oct 2021

Misc. Work

University of South Carolina

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Minor, Studio Arts

2022

Relevant Experience

- Tabletop Game Design and Development

- Game Mechanics and Prototyping

- Creative Storytelling and Narrative Design

- Project Management for Game Development

- Playtesting and Iterative Design

- Canva (Digital Design)

- Social Media Management

- Web Development (for promoting games)

- Event Planning (for conventions and game showcases) Skills

Freelancer

Helped maintain jobs boards for

SC and KY imbre.

June 2022 - present

Available upon request

References

- Utilized Canva for all digital design work related to game prototypes, including creating eye-catching graphics, cards, and promotional materials.

- Demonstrated expertise in designing visually appealing game components and marketing materials, contributing to the success of game projects. Digital Design Expert (Canva)

- Worked closely with high school students, gaining a deep understanding of their interests, learning styles, and preferences.

- Adapted teaching methods to engage and motivate students within the same age group as the target audience for my games.

- Collaborated with educators to develop and implement effective teaching strategies.

- Provided one-on-one support to students, addressing their unique learning needs. Substitutional Instructor and Teachers Aid

August 2022 - Current

Richland School District Two

Capstone Project: Developed

"Capstone Labyrinth," a video game

showcasing skills in game design and

development.

- Transitioned from an interest in video

game design to tabletop game design

during the final years of college and

upon graduation.

- Began creating tabletop game design

prototypes for personal and friend

group enjoyment in 2020.

Passion for Tabletop

Game Design:

HeartsGames.com

Portfolio



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