Valentin Colas
About Valentin Colas
Valentin Colas serves as the FQA Test Lead (VR) at GlobalStep in France, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in localization and functionality testing in the video game industry, alongside hobbies in photography and graphic design.
Work at GlobalStep
Valentin Colas has been employed at GlobalStep since 2021, currently holding the position of FQA Test Lead (VR) in France. His responsibilities include overseeing quality assurance testing for virtual reality projects. Prior to this role, he served as a Localization/Functionality Team Lead from 2019 to 2021, where he managed localization and functionality testing teams. His career at GlobalStep began as a French Localization Tester from 2018 to 2019 in the Montreal, Canada area.
Education and Expertise
Valentin Colas holds a Master's degree in Réalisation et Méthodes de Production from SATIS: Sciences, Arts et Techniques de l'Image et du Son, which he completed from 2012 to 2015. He also achieved a Licentiate degree in Arts du Spectacle from Université Paul Valéry - Montpellier III in 2012. Additionally, he studied Film/Cinema/Video Studies at Prép'Arts in 2011. His expertise encompasses both localization and functionality testing within the video game industry.
Background
Valentin Colas has a diverse background in the creative and technical fields. His early education included studies in Film/Cinema/Video Studies, which laid the foundation for his later work in video game testing and quality assurance. His professional journey has taken him from Montreal, Canada, to France, where he continues to contribute to the gaming industry.
Skills and Technical Proficiencies
Valentin Colas possesses a range of technical skills relevant to his roles in video game testing and production. He is proficient in video editing software, including Adobe Premiere Pro and Final Cut. His graphic design capabilities extend to using software such as Clip Studio Paint, Procreate, and Photoshop. Additionally, he is knowledgeable in database tools like Jira, Helix, and Mantis, which are essential for project management and bug tracking.
Hobbies and Interests
In addition to his professional work, Valentin Colas engages in amateur photography and graphic design as hobbies. These interests complement his skills in video editing and graphic software, allowing him to explore his creative side outside of his career in the video game industry.