Armando Villarreal Iii
About Armando Villarreal Iii
Armando Villarreal III is a Senior VR Engineer with a Master's degree in Interactive Technology from Southern Methodist University. He has extensive experience in programming, design, and education, having held various roles in the technology and gaming industries.
Work at Osso VR
Armando Villarreal III serves as a Senior VR Engineer at Osso VR, a company specializing in virtual reality surgical training solutions. Since joining in 2022, he has focused on developing interactive experiences that enhance the learning process for medical professionals. His role involves utilizing Unity 3D to create immersive training modules that aim to improve surgical skills and patient outcomes.
Education and Expertise
Armando Villarreal III holds a Master's degree in Interactive Technology, which he earned from Southern Methodist University, focusing on Digital Game Development - Level Design. He completed this program in 2009. Additionally, he obtained a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from St. Mary's University in 2005. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in programming, design, and technology.
Professional Experience
Armando has accumulated diverse professional experience in various roles. He worked as an Adjunct Multimedia Instructor at Navarro College in 2011, where he developed curriculum and taught multimedia concepts. His tenure at nonPareil Institute as Design Director spanned six years, during which he led design initiatives. He also held positions at Groove Jones, iCode Inc., and Game Circus, contributing to projects as a Unity 3D Developer and Game Programmer.
Curriculum Development and Teaching
Armando Villarreal III has experience in curriculum development and teaching across multiple educational levels, ranging from elementary to undergraduate college. His role as an Adjunct Multimedia Instructor involved creating engaging learning materials and fostering a positive educational environment. This experience highlights his commitment to education and his ability to adapt teaching methods to various age groups.
Skills and Interests
Armando possesses a diverse skill set that includes programming, design, audio, writing, and production. He has gained these skills through collaboration with small development teams. Additionally, he integrates personal interests such as basketball, trail running, and music into his design process, which aids in fostering creativity and innovative ideas in his work.