Nicole M.
About Nicole M.
Nicole M. is a game designer with extensive experience in the gaming industry, currently working at A Thinking Ape since 2018. She has held various positions in game design and education, including roles at DigiPen Institute of Technology and Glu Mobile.
Work at A Thinking Ape
Currently, Nicole M. serves as a Game Designer at A Thinking Ape, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she focuses on live operations design for games, contributing to the overall gameplay experience. Additionally, she plays a significant role in building communities both within the company and among the players of the games developed at A Thinking Ape.
Education and Expertise
Nicole M. studied Game Design at DigiPen Institute of Technology, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from 2010 to 2014. Prior to that, she attended Drexel University, studying Design and Merchandising from 2008 to 2010. Her educational background provides a solid foundation for her work in game design and development.
Previous Work Experience
Nicole M. has a diverse work history in the gaming and retail industries. She worked as a Game Tester at Volt Workforce Solutions from 2014 to 2015 and held a position as a QA Intern at Motiga, Inc. in 2015. Prior to her gaming roles, she gained experience in customer service as a Sales Associate at Fashion Bug in 2008 and as an Employee at Subway in 2006.
Teaching Experience at DigiPen Institute of Technology
Nicole M. has held multiple teaching roles at DigiPen Institute of Technology. She worked as a Teacher's Assistant in 2012, 2013, and 2014, contributing to the education of students in game design. Additionally, she served as a ProjectFUN Instructor in 2011 and 2014, where she facilitated projects aimed at enhancing students' practical skills in game development.
Game Design Role at Glu Mobile
From 2015 to 2017, Nicole M. worked as a Game Designer at Glu Mobile. In this role, she contributed to the development of mobile games, applying her knowledge and skills in game design to create engaging user experiences.