With an interest in studying design in all of its interdisciplinary forms, my specialization falls within game design. I am constantly examining what it means to initiate play, facilitate immersive experiences, and use video games as both a form of entertainment and as a storytelling medium. I am fueled by the nostalgia I feel towards video games, and the stories those games bring to life through the way they capture and immerse each player in a digital world shaped by their own unique experience. These pieces of media create communities and bring a sense of belonging to a wide range of audiences and individuals. Video games provide artists and designers a new format to express themselves and tell their stories. Much of my life as a designer has been inspired by the media I've consumed and the games I've played, and I aim to use the skills I have developed to bring my own stories to life.I have experience with coding and programming, but my areas of expertise include 3D modeling, 2D and 3D animation, level and environmental design, character design and illustration. I have experience using software such as Unity, Maya, Blender, Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.