Luca Macedo
About Luca Macedo
Luca Macedo is a Senior Community Moderator with extensive experience in the gaming industry, currently working at CD PROJEKT RED. He has held various roles, including Game Designer at Wolf Cub Games and QA Tester at 2K, and has worked with notable companies such as Electronic Arts and PlayStation.
Current Role at CD PROJEKT RED
Luca Macedo serves as a Senior Community Moderator at CD PROJEKT RED, having held this position since 2018. In this role, he engages with gaming communities, facilitating communication between players and the development team. His responsibilities include managing community feedback and fostering a positive environment for gamers. His tenure at CD PROJEKT RED spans over six years, indicating a commitment to enhancing player experiences.
Experience in the Gaming Industry
Luca Macedo has accumulated diverse experience in the gaming industry, working with several prominent companies, including Electronic Arts, PlayStation, and 2K. His roles have ranged from Quality Assurance Tester to Localization Tester, showcasing his versatility. He has been involved in functional testing of multiplatform AAA products, demonstrating his ability to handle complex game testing scenarios. His experience spans both indie and AAA games, reflecting a comprehensive understanding of the gaming landscape.
Education and Qualifications
Luca Macedo has a solid educational background in game design and development. He studied at ESNE - Escuela Universitaria de Diseño, Innovación y Tecnología, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Video Game Design and Development from 2016 to 2021. Prior to this, he completed his Bachillerato en Ciencias y Tecnología at Colegio Bristol from 2012 to 2014. Additionally, he studied Ingeniería de sistemas at Universidad Politécnica de Madrid from 2014 to 2016, achieving a Grado en Ingeniería. This educational foundation supports his expertise in both game design and community engagement.
Previous Roles and Contributions
Before his current position, Luca Macedo held various roles that contributed to his expertise in the gaming sector. He worked as a Localization Tester at Electronic Arts in 2019 and as a QA Tester at PlayStation in 2020. Additionally, he gained experience as a QA Tester at Gamera Nest and as a Remote Support Technician at SERMICRO. These positions allowed him to develop a strong background in quality assurance and localization, essential for understanding the game development process.
Skills and Expertise
Luca Macedo possesses a unique combination of skills in game design and community moderation. His experience in quality assurance and localization enhances his understanding of the game development lifecycle. He effectively communicates with gaming communities, fostering engagement and addressing player concerns. His ability to navigate both technical and community aspects of gaming positions him as a valuable asset in the industry.