Autumn Scruggs
About Autumn Scruggs
Autumn Scruggs is a Software Engineer at Wizards of the Coast, specializing in game development with expertise in Unity and C#. They hold a Bachelor of Arts in Game Development from Columbia College Chicago and have experience working on Magic the Gathering: Arena.
Work at Wizards of the Coast
Autumn Scruggs currently serves as a Software Engineer at Wizards of the Coast, a position held since 2020. Located in Renton, Washington, she is involved in the development of Magic: The Gathering Arena, a digital collectible card game. Prior to her current role, she worked as an Associate Software Developer at the same company for eight months in 2019. Her experience at Wizards of the Coast reflects her commitment to advancing her career in the game development industry.
Education and Expertise
Autumn Scruggs earned a Bachelor of Arts in Game Development from Columbia College Chicago, where she studied from 2014 to 2018. Her education provided her with a solid foundation in game design and development. Additionally, she specializes in using the Unity game engine and C# programming language, which are essential skills in the game development field. This educational background supports her work in creating engaging gaming experiences.
Background in Game Development
Autumn Scruggs began her journey in game development at East Nashville Magnet High School, where she completed her high school education from 2011 to 2014. She gained practical experience as an Instructor at iD Tech Camps in 2016, where she taught game development for two months at Vanderbilt University. Additionally, she worked as a Conference Associate at the Game Developers Conference from 2017 to 2018, further immersing herself in the gaming community and industry.
Passion for Gaming
Autumn Scruggs has a strong passion for both playing and creating games. This enthusiasm drives her career in game development and influences her work at Wizards of the Coast. Her dedication to the gaming industry is evident in her continuous involvement in various roles, from teaching to software development, allowing her to contribute to the creation of innovative gaming experiences.