Sam Wright
About Sam Wright
Sam Wright is a QA Games Tester with extensive experience in the gaming industry, currently employed at GlobalStep since 2020. He has previously worked at various organizations, including HCL Technologies and Basingstoke College of Technology, and possesses skills in bug writing and proficiency in tools like Jira and Unreal Engine 4.
Work at GlobalStep
Currently, Sam Wright serves as a QA Games Tester at GlobalStep, a position held since 2020. Based in Aldershot, England, Wright has accumulated four years of experience in this role. His responsibilities include testing video games to ensure quality and functionality before release. This position allows him to apply his skills in bug writing and proficiency in tools such as Jira, Unreal Engine 4, and Unity.
Previous Experience in QA Testing
Before joining GlobalStep, Sam Wright worked as a QA Tester at HCL Technologies for six months in 2019 in Reading, United Kingdom. He also held a position as a Compliance Tester at Huntress for six months in 2019-2020. His experience in these roles contributed to his understanding of quality assurance processes in the gaming industry.
Education and Expertise
Sam Wright studied at Basingstoke College of Technology from 2014 to 2017, where he earned a Level 3 Extended BTEC Diploma in Creative Media Production with a focus on Games Development. This educational background provided him with foundational knowledge and skills applicable to his career in game testing.
Background in Technology and Support
Wright has a diverse background in technology and support roles. He worked as a UK Tier 1 Helpdesk representative at Group 1 Automotive for six months in 2020 and served as a Virtual Reality Technician and Blended Learning Facilitator at Basingstoke College of Technology from 2017 to 2019. These positions enhanced his technical skills and customer service abilities.
Contributions to Game Testing
Sam Wright contributed to the testing of the No Man's Sky Beyond Update specifically for the Xbox One platform. This involvement reflects his practical experience in the gaming industry and his commitment to ensuring high-quality gaming experiences.