Who Am I?

As you might have seen, my name is Carl and I am a designer, artist and a writer. And if you are reading this, chances are that I am also looking for work. I graduated from Uppsala University with a Bachelor's degree, majoring in Game Design and a minor in Graphics. Game design is something I am very passionate about and I always try to make sure my designs are clear and deliver what's needed. Since I do also consider myself an artist, I try my best to consider the visual workings for design as well —especially for levels.

At university, on top of having game design classes meant to push us to explore and create, I also learned how to give and receive feedback, and how to translate the data gathered into something useful to improve my works. It was also valuable to have worked in teams of various sizes during many projects over the course of the degree, as it made me realise how much I love working collaboratively with others, and find joy in bouncing ideas back and forth.

On my free time I like to play games of varying genres. Mostly RPGs and puzzle games, but also a fair few multiplayer games, action games and plenty of physical board games. Everything from contained board games, to skirmish games and table-top RPGs, where I usually fill the role as the GM. Since I was a kid, I have also trained in martial arts, reaching brown belt and almost claiming the first black belt before moving away for university. Within the same sport, I have also been an instructor for both children and adults, teaching them self-defense and helping the community I grew up in, something I have enjoyed immensely.

Engine Proficiencies

  • Unity

  • Unreal Engine

Language Proficiencies

  • Swedish - Native tongue

  • English - Professional Knowledge

Relevant Job Experience

  • Concept class and gameplay Designer, Abyss Tales 2020 – 2020

  • Level Designer, Oniris 2019 – 2019

Other Job Experience

  • Part-time waiter, Sagami Japanese Restaurant 2014 – 2019

  • Waiter and bartender, The Bishops Arms 2021 – 2023

Education

B.S., Game Design and Graphics, Uppsala University, Sweden 2017 – 2020

Software Proficiencies

  • Adobe Photoshop

  • Autodesk 3ds Max

  • Substance Painter

Additional Merits

  • Guest lecturer in Game Design, 2019 — Held a lecture in game design at a convention in Umeå.

  • Playtester for Eat, Create, Sleep, 2019 — Had the opportunity to playtest and review Eat, Create, Sleep's new title Among Ripples: Shallow waters for a day.

  • Playtester for Wyrd Games 2018 to 2019 — Playtested the Third Edition of the tabletop game Malifaux for Wyrd Games over a longer period.

  • Cashier for UNF Västerbotten, 2017-2018 — Was the accountant for a district in a non-profit sobriety organisation. Was elected by the members of the district to handle the finances. During the year, I planned different excursions and courses together with other members of the board – and focused on writing applications for financial support.

  • President for UNF Axiom Umeå, 2015-2018 — Elected official for UNF Axiom in Umeå. As the president, I planned events, helped the other members of the board and managed information, partnerships, and documents from the union as well as different associations in Umeå.

  • Martial Arts Instructor for four years.

  • Paid Game Master for Dungeons and Dragons fifth edition at a local game store.

  • Asked to Game Master multiple systems over a few years for a local convention.