Akshit Saini
Pune
Summary
Dynamic game development professional specializing in Unity and Unreal Engine, with a strong track record at Ubisoft India Studios. Expertise in choreography and level design has led to the creation of innovative gameplay experiences that consistently meet industry standards. Proven ability to blend technical proficiency with creative insight, driving the success of diverse projects. Eager to leverage skills in future roles to push the boundaries of game design.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance Level Designer
Ubisoft India Studios
Pune
08.2023 - Current
- Maintained a high level of quality control over all aspects of the game development process.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current trends in game development technologies, specifically those related to use of the Unity engine.
- Conducted playtests to identify areas of improvement in the game design.
- Met strict deadlines for on-schedule game delivery by leveraging time management, team leadership and task prioritization skills.
- Balanced and rebalanced gameplay around different factors to produce interesting, enjoyable flow with optimum risk and reward.
- Identified common problems experienced by players during testing and proposed solutions to improve gameplay experience.
- Coordinated with programming, production, art and design teammates to create innovative and quality game content.
- Reported progress and resolved problems to keep projects on schedule and within budget parameters.
- Performed complex choreography in a variety of styles, including ballet and modern dance.
- Memorized complex dance sequences and executed them with precision during game testing.
- Learned choreography quickly and adapted to changes in choreography seamlessly by maintaining physical and mental flexibility.
- Performed data analysis on results from product testing experiments.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
Unreal Engine Developer
Wastuviz Pvt. Ltd.
Pune
02.2023 - 07.2023
- Managed a team of engineers, providing guidance and direction on daily tasks and long-term projects.
- Collaborated closely with customers, adjusting plans to satisfy client needs and requirements.
- Assisted with selecting appropriate materials such as paint colors, wall coverings, flooring options, lighting fixtures and window treatments.
- Integrated physics systems into the game engine to create realistic effects such as gravity or collision detection.
- Integrated simulation and added cutscenes into projects.
- Integrated vehicle physics into the projects.
- Developed conceptual design ideas in accordance with client requirements.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Compiled reports that document project progress from initial planning stages through final occupancy.
App/Game Developer and Designer
Subculture Media Labs
Pune
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Integrated 3D assets into game engines such as Unity or Unreal Engine 5.
- Created 3D models of buildings and interiors for clients using software such as 3ds Max, V-Ray, and Unreal Engine.
- Integrated audio assets into game engine environments, like Unity and Unreal Engine 5.
- Built prototypes of new features using Unity or Unreal Engine 5.
- Utilized game engines such as Unity3D or Unreal Engine 4 to develop immersive virtual environments for AR projects.
- I worked on multiple AR and VR projects.
- Created visual designs that adhere to brand guidelines while also pushing boundaries of creativity.
- Developed interactive prototypes for mobile applications as well as websites.
Game Developer/Designer
Ajikom
Pune
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Made Casino/Rummy game Design in Unity
- Developed mini games inside casino game
- Designed mobile applications using figma
- Created 2D assets in Adobe Photoshop
- Created prototypes based upon design ideas using such programming languages as C#
UI/UX Designer
Unition
Pune
05.2022
- Communicated with product managers and UX designers to translate project requirements and business objectives into polished user interfaces
- Designed UI's within frontend web frameworks, exploiting associated templates and tools to shorten development time
- Collaborated with teammates to deliver valuable features meeting business and customer needs
- Worked closely with UX and product teams to define visual and functional requirement
Education
Bachelors - Computer Application, game development
Seamedu School of Pro Expressionism
Pune, India01.2022
12th - Science - Non Medical
Mount Carmel Sr. Sec. School
Una, Himachal Pradesh01.2019
Skills
- Unreal
- Unity
- Android Studio
- Photoshop
- After Effects
- Premiere Pro
- C
- Java
- C#
- Construct 2
- Gameplay balancing
- Adaptability Skills
- Consistent Work Ethic
- Choreography
- Level design
Projects
2D build and kill, Made my first game in Construct 2, a 1v1 fighting game inspired by Fortnite, where players can build platforms and dodge enemy bullets. 2D SpaceShip Battle, A simple 2D shooting game where players shoot fireballs and dodge AI spaceship bullets. 24 hrs. Game Jam Project, Created a 2D Game in Construct 2 with a team of 3 members, featuring 3 levels of combat against friends and AI. Final year project, Created a 3D Third Person Shooter game in Unreal Engine with various mechanics including AI movement and health bars.
Hobbies and Interests
- Gaming
- Travelling
- Drawing
- Badminton
- Photography
- Dancing
- Music
Timeline
Dance Level Designer
Ubisoft India Studios
08.2023 - Current
Unreal Engine Developer
Wastuviz Pvt. Ltd.
02.2023 - 07.2023
App/Game Developer and Designer
Subculture Media Labs
09.2022 - 01.2023
UI/UX Designer
Unition
05.2022
Game Developer/Designer
Ajikom
03.2022 - 05.2022
Bachelors - Computer Application, game development
Seamedu School of Pro Expressionism
12th - Science - Non Medical
Mount Carmel Sr. Sec. School
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