Grey Jenkins
About Grey Jenkins
Grey Jenkins is a Design Lead at A Thinking Ape, where he has worked since 2019. He has a background in game design and education, having held various roles in the industry and studied at the Vancouver Film School and San Francisco Art Institute.
Work at A Thinking Ape
Grey Jenkins has been serving as Design Lead at A Thinking Ape since 2019. In this role, he oversees design projects and leads a team of designers in the Vancouver, Canada Area. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Senior Designer at the same company from 2018 to 2019, where he contributed to various design initiatives. Jenkins also held the position of Game Designer at A Thinking Ape from 2015 to 2018, gaining extensive experience in game design and development.
Education and Expertise
Grey Jenkins studied at the Vancouver Film School, where he earned a Diploma in Game Design from 2011 to 2012. His educational background also includes a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) from the San Francisco Art Institute, which he completed from 2003 to 2007. This combination of formal education and practical experience has equipped him with a strong foundation in design principles and game development.
Background in Game Design
Before joining A Thinking Ape, Grey Jenkins worked at DeNA as a Game Designer from 2013 to 2015. He also held a brief role as a Character Designer at DeNA in 2013. Earlier in his career, Jenkins served as a Game Design Teaching Assistant at Vancouver Film School from 2012 to 2013, where he supported students in their learning. His experience spans various roles and responsibilities within the game design industry.
Professional Journey
Grey Jenkins began his career in game design as a student at Vancouver Film School from 2011 to 2012. Following his studies, he transitioned to a teaching assistant role at the same institution. His professional journey includes significant positions at DeNA and A Thinking Ape, where he developed his skills and contributed to multiple projects over the years. Jenkins has accumulated a diverse range of experiences that inform his current work as Design Lead.