Dustin Mesa
About Dustin Mesa
Dustin Mesa is a Junior Designer at Blind Squirrel Games, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in quality assurance within the gaming industry, having held various QA roles at multiple companies.
Current Role at Blind Squirrel Games
Dustin Mesa has been employed at Blind Squirrel Games as a Junior Designer since 2019. In this role, he contributes to the design process and collaborates with the development team to create engaging gaming experiences. His position reflects his growth within the company, having previously served as Lead QA Tester from 2016 to 2019, where he focused on quality assurance processes.
Previous Experience in Game Development
Dustin Mesa has a diverse background in the game development industry. He worked at Double Helix Games as a Senior QA from 2013 to 2014, where he was involved in quality assurance efforts. He also served as a QA Tester at Red 5 Studios from 2014 to 2015 and at Superbot Entertainment in 2012. His experience spans various roles, enhancing his understanding of quality assurance standards across major gaming platforms.
Education and Training
Dustin Mesa completed his high school education at Tustin High School from 1999 to 2003. He furthered his studies at Irvine Valley College, where he gained foundational knowledge that supports his career in game development. His educational background has contributed to his expertise in the gaming industry.
Expertise in Quality Assurance
Dustin Mesa possesses extensive experience with quality assurance standards for major gaming platforms, including Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo. He has a proven track record of identifying and addressing QA deficiencies, which enhances productivity and improves submission success rates. His deep understanding of both publisher and developer operations within the game development industry informs his approach to quality assurance.