Lauren A.
About Lauren A.
Lauren A. is a Senior Rendering Technical Artist specializing in lighting at Riot Games, with a background in both commercial photography and game development. She has held various positions in notable companies, including 343 Industries and Bethesda Game Studios, and has a Bachelor of Science in Photography from Indiana Wesleyan University.
Current Role at Riot Games
Lauren A. currently serves as a Senior Rendering Technical Artist specializing in Lighting at Riot Games. She has held this position since 2022 and is based in Los Angeles, California. In this role, she focuses on real-time cinematics and level lighting, contributing to the visual quality and immersive storytelling of the games developed by the company.
Previous Experience in the Gaming Industry
Before joining Riot Games, Lauren A. worked at several notable gaming studios. She was a Lighting Artist at Santa Monica Studio from 2021 to 2022 and at Bethesda Game Studios for 7 months in 2021. Additionally, she spent 2 years at 343 Industries as a Lighting Artist, where she contributed to narrative elements in games. Her experience spans various roles that emphasize her expertise in lighting within the gaming sector.
Background in Photography
Lauren A. has a strong background in photography, having worked in various roles that enhanced her skills in visual storytelling. She served as a Photographer at Indiana Wesleyan University and worked as a Product Photographer at A.D. Sutton & Sons and Net Cost Market. This foundation in commercial photography supports her current work in 3D lighting for video games.
Educational Qualifications
Lauren A. earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Photography from Indiana Wesleyan University, where she studied from 2009 to 2012. She also completed her high school education at Hilliard Davidson High School, obtaining her diploma in 2009. Her educational background laid the groundwork for her transition into the gaming industry.
Career Transition to Gaming
Lauren A. transitioned from a successful career in commercial photography to become a lighting artist in the gaming industry. This shift allowed her to combine her expertise in photography with her passion for gaming, leading to her specialization in real-time cinematics and level lighting. Her diverse work experience reflects her adaptability and commitment to enhancing immersive storytelling in AAA games.