Kam Fung
About Kam Fung
Kam Fung is a UX Designer with extensive experience in the gaming industry, currently working at Riot Games since 2010. He has contributed to enhancing team communication, collaboration, and accessibility in League of Legends: Wild Rift.
Work at Riot Games
Kam Fung has been employed at Riot Games since 2010, serving as a UX Designer for 14 years. In this role, he focuses on enhancing the in-game experience for League of Legends: Wild Rift, particularly on console and mobile platforms. His work involves developing features that improve team communication and collaboration among players. Additionally, he has contributed to reducing conflict in stressful gaming environments through thoughtful UX design. Kam collaborates closely with artists, game designers, engineers, and production teams to create engaging features that enhance player experience.
Previous Experience in Game Design
Prior to his tenure at Riot Games, Kam Fung worked at several companies in various design roles. He was a UI Designer at Petroglyph Games from 2009 to 2010. Earlier, he served as a Content Architect at Vizible from 2005 to 2008. His experience also includes a position as a User Interface Design Co-op Student at Corel Corp. in 2002. These roles provided him with a foundation in user experience and interface design, which he applies in his current work.
Education and Expertise
Kam Fung studied at Carleton University, where he earned a Bachelor of Industrial Design (B.I.D.) from 1999 to 2004. His education in industrial design has equipped him with the skills necessary for UX design, particularly in creating user-centered experiences. This academic background supports his professional expertise in developing accessible and inclusive gaming experiences.
Internships and Early Career
Kam Fung began his career with various internships that laid the groundwork for his future roles in design. He worked as a Studio Product Specialist Intern at Alias for four months in 2005 and as a Design Department Intern at Umbra Ltd. for seven months in 2003. These early experiences provided him with practical skills in design and product development, contributing to his overall career trajectory.
Contributions to Accessibility in Gaming
In his role at Riot Games, Kam Fung has focused on improving accessibility in League of Legends: Wild Rift. His efforts aim to make the game more inclusive for a diverse player base. By integrating accessibility features into the game design, he contributes to creating a more welcoming environment for all players.