Doug Pohl
About Doug Pohl
Doug Pohl is a User Experience Designer with extensive experience in game design and development. He has worked at Auto-Owners Insurance in various IT roles and currently serves as Lead Artist and Music & Sound Designer at SwordSwipe Studios.
Work at Auto-Owners Insurance
Doug Pohl has held multiple roles at Auto-Owners Insurance over a span of several years. He began his tenure in 2000 as a Mainframe Developer, where he worked for three years until 2003. Following this role, he transitioned to IT Manager, serving from 2003 to 2007 for four years. After a brief period, he returned to the company as a C# Developer from 2007 to 2010 for three years. Currently, he is employed as a User Experience Designer, a position he has held since 2010.
Current Role at SwordSwipe Studios
Since 2013, Doug Pohl has been working at SwordSwipe Studios as a Game Designer and Lead Artist, focusing on Music and Sound. His role involves overseeing creative aspects of game development and contributing to the artistic direction of projects. He has been instrumental in co-founding independent game studios, leading to the release of two mobile games and the development of an upcoming console and PC game.
Education and Expertise
Doug Pohl earned a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Michigan State University, completing his studies from 1996 to 2000. His educational background has provided him with a strong foundation in technology and design, which he applies in his current roles in user experience and game development.
Creative Pursuits and Problem Solving
In addition to his professional roles, Doug Pohl engages in various creative pursuits, including game development, music production, and freelance illustration. He is recognized among colleagues for his problem-solving abilities and is often sought out for enhancing ideas and facilitating change within teams.