JACK SELF



Hi, I'm Jack—an independent game developer working as part of a dedicated two-person team. I hold a First-Class Honours degree in BSc Computer Games (Indie) from Solent University and an Upper Second-Class Honours in MA Indie Game Development from Falmouth University.
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I have a deep appreciation for storytelling, immersive worlds, and innovative mechanics, drawing inspiration from iconic franchises such as Halo, The Walking Dead (TellTale), The Witcher, Metro, and The Elder Scrolls.
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Education & Academic Achievements
These achievements reflect my dedication and growth throughout secondary school, college, and both undergraduate and postgraduate studies.
Falmouth University (2022-2024) Achieved Merit (M-PG) in Indie Game Development. Notable module grades include Final Major Project (Dist.), Game Development (Dist.), Indie Game Start-Up (Merit), and Co-Creative Design & Development Practice (Merit). Documented my work in the Critical Reflective Journal. Solent University (2017-2020) Graduated with First-Class Honours in Computer Games (Indie), earning full marks (100/100) in the Final Major Project, along with A grades in Video Game Design, Mobile Applications, and Sound for Games. Esher College (2014-2016) Completed BTEC Diploma in Media Production (Dist.* Dist.*), EPQ in Game Development (A), AS-Level in Mathematics & Statistics, and A-Level in Film Studies. Esher High School (2009-2014) Achieved notable grades in Additional Science (B), English Language & Literature (C), Mathematics (B), and Media Studies (B).
Technical Skills
These are the programming languages I’m proficient in, along with the tools I have the most experience using.
Programming Languages:
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Proficient in C#
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Knowledgeable in Blueprint, C++, GML, JavaScript, Python​
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Development Software & Game Engines:
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Proficient in 3DS Max, Adobe products, Aseprite, Audacity, Blender, DaVinci Resolve, GIMP, Microsoft Office, Photon, Visual Studio, Wwise
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Knowledgeable in MySQL Databases, OpenMPT​
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Experienced with GameMaker Studio 1.4, Godot, Unity, UE 4 & 5
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Hobbies & Interests
These are my hobbies and interests, offering a glimpse into who I am beyond my professional work.
In addition to developing games, I have a passion for scriptwriting. While game development occupies most of my time, I find that scriptwriting enhances my world-building skills, helping me design compelling in-game narratives and characters. These scripts often serve as a foundation for building original IPs from the ground up. I enjoy creating music videos by reassembling existing cutscenes from games or television over carefully chosen music tracks. I make sure to credit the original creators and adhere to 'fair use' guidelines. This hobby has honed my proficiency with editing tools such as Adobe Premiere Pro CC, Adobe Photoshop CC, Adobe Audition CC, and, more recently, DaVinci Resolve. Astrophotography is a recent passion of mine. I enjoy spending nights outside, attempting to capture life above our heads. I was fortunate to be given a Celestron Astro Master 130 as a gift from my parents and since then I have had an overwhelming urge to photograph stars and planets. I have always been fascinated with the unknown and my drive comes from attempting to answer impossible questions, whilst capturing the natural beauty of space. I’ve always enjoyed both watching and participating in sports. My early interest in trampolining evolved into team-based activities like football. While I may not claim to be the best player, I thoroughly enjoy the camaraderie and thrill of the game.