Résumé

August 2019 - May 2024
University of Utah, Salt Lake City - Bachelor of Science, Games (1)

August 2024 - Expected completion in May 2026
University of Utah, Salt Lake City - Masters in video game production

Education:




My LinkedIn
cknowles0329@gmail.com

• Communication
• Work ethic Flexibility
• Fast learner
• Leadership
• Training & Development
• Relationship building
• Adaptable
• Flexibility
• Scheduling
• Interpersonal communication

Soft Skills:

• Proficient in Adobe Premiere 
• Proficient in Google Suite
• Knowledgeable with Jira, Miro, & Trello
• Experience in Unreal 5 and Unity
• Experience in Maya

Technical Skills:

10 Finger Studios, Sticky Fingers  
Team of ~ 15 - (Download Page)
August 2025 - April 2026
Producer, Designer, QA

• Oversaw production, business creation, and publishing for an independent 15-person studio.
• Maintained communication between cross-disciplinary teams including design, engineering, art, and QA.
• Helped build the project from initial concept to published gold master in under one year.
• Prepared & presented production reports around key milestones.
•Helped create the LLC and register with the government as well as Steam store registration.




Inquiry Games
, Ivorfall
Team of ~ 30 - (Download Page)
August 2023 - April 2024
Producer, Designer, QA

• Coordinated sprint planning, milestone tracking and submission of deliverables.
• Helped drive the game to publication on Steam and Epic store fronts.
• Implemented a structured production workflow to increase productivity and delivery predictability across teams.
• Worked directly with the engineers to help design and balance the weapon system.
• Worked with another producer to establish the narrative and story of Ivorfall.




Pony Express
Team of ~ 12 - (Download Page)
January 2025 - April 2025
Producer, Narrative, Social Media

• Maintained the budget and helped allocate investor funds.
• Managed a small team overseeing our social media accounts and posted content.
• Worked to rapidly develop and build the external controller on an ambiguous fast-paced timeline.
• Worked with the engineering team to develop the technology for the horse.




August 2023 - April 2024
University of Utah, Salt Lake City - League of Legends Varsity esports Coach (3)
• Guided athletes with encouragement, motivation, and advice to support athletic performance and overall well-being.
• Communicated with coaches and athletes to discuss tournaments, competitions, and other events.
• Planned strategies and selected optimal team lineups to execute game plans.
• Educated athletes in rules, strategies, sportsmanship, and performance principles.
• Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
• Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.



August 2022 - August 2024
University of Utah, Salt Lake City - Intern at University of Utah Athletics
• Able to work in fast paced, complex, and stressful environments.
• Able to quickly adapt to and resolve issues that disrupt standard workflow.



April 28th 2022 - Present
The National Society of Leadership and Success University of Utah Chapter Inductee
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Selected by campus administration to participate among top students in a leadership program including
• Leadership Training Day: Trained in leadership and success skills via an introspective and interactive training session.
• Speaker Events: Participated in seminars led by celebrities and best-selling authors on topics such as leadership, time management, and goal
setting.
• Participated in peer-based leadership development teams
• Experience in setting and achieving goals, receiving coaching, coaching others, and holding others accountable to commitments.

Experience:

Awards and Achivements :

• Led Farmington High School to achieve two League of Legends Utah State championships, earning recognition from school staff and financial rewards. (2)

• Inducted member into the University of Utah's chapter of National Society of Leadership and Success.

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