Matt Jones

Working as a game designer and programming for the CCCU Transfuzer team Somniscura

Tabletop Design/Kickstarter Team - Currently responsible for costing and organising the manufacturing and fulfillment of all our tabletop projects, I work closely with designers and artists to gather the necessary materials for our manufacturers.

Collaborated with event organisers to coordinate a range of creative and gaming-related events. Managed and curated content across various social media platforms, engaging with target audiences and promoting events to increase visibility. Utilised specialised software to upload event details and maintain an up-to-date online presence for public access. Assisted in the coordination and execution of live events, including digital showcases and interactive performances. Participated in monthly meetings to review event performance and strategise for upcoming projects. Contributed to outreach initiatives for the Games Design course, promoting the programme and engaging prospective students through events and presentations.

Provided guidance and support to students in areas of narrative design and worldbuilding, fostering creative storytelling and immersive game environments. Assisted the principal lecturer by facilitating breakout groups, encouraging collaboration and problem-solving within game design projects. Offered 1-to-1 mentoring during sessions, helping students refine their game design work and strengthen their creative and technical skills. Created and shared resources, as well as provided online support, to assist students outside of class hours in developing their design and production capabilities. Helped set up and prepare classes, ensuring a smooth and efficient learning environment for practical and theoretical discussions on game development. Delivered critical, constructive, and actionable feedback on students' assignments and projects, focusing on improving design, narrative coherence, and gameplay mechanics.

During my Master of Arts (MA) in Games Design at Canterbury Christ Church University, I explored a range of theoretical and practical aspects of game development. Key modules included Collaborative Practice, where I developed project management and teamwork skills through collaborative projects, and Thinking Like a Game Designer, which focused on game mechanics, player interaction, and prototyping. The Digital Game Development Essentials module sharpened my technical abilities with tools like Unreal Engine, while I learned to create indie game prototypes. My studies culminated in the Final Major Project, where I applied my skills to a large-scale, multi-disciplinary game design project, preparing me for problem-solving, designing and producing in the games industry.

I have spent the majority of my degree honing my skills in design, with a particular interest in table-top games. I have a strong skillset in iterative design and enjoy creating design ideas for both strict and loose design briefs. I possess a broad digital skillset, including intermediate skills in Blender, Unity, the Adobe Suite, and the Office Suite. Additionally, I have been actively involved in extracurricular activities, holding ambassador, mentorship, and exhibitioner roles. Furthermore, I have participated in two major events on the UK games industry calendar to exhibit my work from my final year of study. These events included exhibiting at Insomnia: the Gaming Festival and the UK Games Expo. At these events I was involved in networking with many industry professionals.