Caleb Jacobs
About Caleb Jacobs
Caleb Jacobs is a Senior Gameplay Engineer at Final Strike Games, where he has worked since 2020. He has a background in game programming and has held various positions in the gaming industry, as well as experience in food services and the United States Air Force.
Work at Final Strike Games
Caleb Jacobs has been employed at Final Strike Games since 2020, currently holding the position of Senior Gameplay Engineer. His role involves developing and refining gameplay mechanics, contributing to the overall player experience. Prior to this, he worked at Final Strike Games as a Gameplay Engineer II from 2019 to 2020 and as a Gameplay Engineer from 2017 to 2019. His extensive experience at the company spans a total of four years, allowing him to contribute significantly to various projects.
Education and Expertise
Caleb Jacobs earned a Bachelor's degree in Game Programming from the University of Advancing Technology, where he studied from 2013 to 2016. His educational background also includes studying Psychology at South Puget Sound Community College from 2005 to 2008. This combination of technical and psychological knowledge supports his work in game development, particularly in understanding player behavior and enhancing gameplay design.
Background
Before entering the gaming industry, Caleb Jacobs served in the United States Air Force as an Aircraft Armaments Systems Apprentice from 2008 to 2011. His early career also included various roles at Black Lake Bible Camp, where he worked as a Food Services Director from 2011 to 2017 and held multiple positions such as Prepcook, Dishwasher, and Dining Hall Supervisor from 2005 to 2008. This diverse background has contributed to his organizational and leadership skills.
Career Progression
Caleb Jacobs has demonstrated a clear progression in his career within the gaming industry. Starting as a Gameplay Engineer at Final Strike Games in 2017, he advanced to the role of Gameplay Engineer II in 2019 before becoming a Senior Gameplay Engineer in 2020. His experience in various capacities has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of gameplay development and engineering.