Zoélie
Lead Gameplay/Level Designer & Project Manager
Recognition & Awards
Winner of 3 Rookies Awards (2020).
Winner of Intel’s Best Gameplay Award (2021).
Featured panelist at SCAD’s 2021 Gaming Fest.
Leadership & Project Management
Led a team of 40 developers, overseeing gameplay, level design, and production.
Coordinated the SCRUM process using Agile methodology:
Organized regular standups and sprint planning.
Set clear objectives and milestones.
Facilitated communication and collaboration across disciplines.
Adapted workflows to evolving requirements and ensured efficient problem-solving.
Gameplay & Level Design
Oversaw the creation of innovative mechanics and gameplay systems.
Designed and developed greybox levels as foundational prototypes.
Provided frameworks that guided environment art and programming teams, ensuring alignment with design goals.
Crafted level layouts and contributed to comprehensive design documentation.
Technical Contributions
Assisted with AI implementation, enhancing NPC intelligence and behavior.
Ensured smooth integration of AI systems into level and gameplay design.
Collaboration & Documentation
Worked cross-discipline to align art, programming, and design.
Produced detailed design documents and process materials to maintain project clarity and consistency.
Created resources to support team decision-making and efficient development.
Supplementary Materials
Link to Design Document
Link to Process Book
Zoélie Official Trailer
2021 Intel University Games Showcase
Footage of Zoélie being announced as the winner of the 2021 Intel University Games Showcase as well as some kind words from Peter King of Green Man Gaming on what the judges liked about Zoé!
SCAD GameFest 2021 Panel
Explore SCAD's award-winning interactive design and game development program through the lens of their latest game production, Zoélie . This coming-of-age tale follows the fantastical journey of a little girl navigating life changes through imagination. Join SCAD alumni developers Ben Brook, Vincent Aliquo, and Dixon Dubow as they provide an overview of the project's evolution over six months – from story concept to visual design to game mechanics. Notably, over half of Zoélie's production occurred remotely during the pandemic. Zoélie stands as a testament to the resilience of SCAD students, showcasing their ability to overcome adversity. The game is a collaborative effort involving students from animation, visual effects, and sound design.
