Andy Kirton
About Andy Kirton
Andy Kirton is a Scenario Test Engineer currently employed at Motional since 2021. He has extensive experience in the gaming industry, having held various design and leadership roles at companies such as Blizzard Entertainment, Trion Worlds, and Carbine Studios.
Work at Motional
Andy Kirton currently holds the position of Scenario Test Engineer at Motional, where he has been employed since 2021. In this role, he focuses on developing and executing test scenarios to ensure the reliability and safety of autonomous vehicle systems. His work contributes to the advancement of technology in the autonomous driving sector.
Previous Experience in Game Design
Before joining Motional, Andy Kirton accumulated extensive experience in the game design industry. He worked at Trion Worlds, Inc. as Lead Systems Designer from 2011 to 2018, where he was involved in the development of various gaming systems. Prior to that, he served as Lead Designer for RIFT at Trion Worlds, Inc. for one year, and held positions at Blizzard Entertainment as Lead Game Master and Game Designer from 2005 to 2006 and 2002 to 2005, respectively.
Career at Carbine Studios
Andy Kirton was a Senior Systems Designer at Carbine Studios from 2006 to 2011. During his five-year tenure, he contributed to the design and implementation of game systems, enhancing player experience and engagement within the studio's projects.
Education and Expertise
Andy Kirton studied at Winthrop University, where he earned a degree in Chemistry from 1988 to 1992. His educational background provides him with a strong analytical foundation, which he applies in both his engineering and game design roles.
Early Career in Game Master Roles
Andy Kirton began his career in the gaming industry at Sony Online Entertainment, where he worked as Lead Game Master from 2000 to 2002 for two years. He later held a similar position at Blizzard Entertainment for one year, gaining valuable experience in player support and community engagement.