Tag: video game designer

27 Jul

Ehsan Yazdani – concept artist

I’m Ehsan Yazdani, a concept artist and visual storyteller driven by the thrill of building immersive worlds and unforgettable characters. With a background in illustration and years of experience across video games and animation, I specialize in creating atmospheric environments and cinematic designs that feel lived-in, emotional, and real. My work combines traditional artistry with digital tools like Photoshop, Blender, and ZBrush, blending strong visual storytelling with detailed textures, lighting, and design. Whether it’s a haunting character portrait or a sweeping dystopian landscape, my goal is always the same: to create visuals that spark imagination and leave a lasting impact. I’ve collaborated with international studios, contributed to both indie and larger-scale productions, and continue to push the limits of visual narrative through freelance projects and personal work. I’m currently expanding my portfolio with new IPs that explore themes of identity, decay, and transformation, fueled by a deep love for games, cinema, and mythology. Thanks for stopping by, if you’re looking to collaborate or just explore some art that tells a story, you’re in the right place.

25 Jul

Ali Ehtemami – VFX

Known for: Black Widow, Shang-Chi, Spider-Man, Jungle Cruise, Mortal Kombat, Avatar, Moon Knight, Willow
Ali Ehtemami is an accomplished Nuke compositor with extensive experience in the film industry since 2011. His career has taken him across the globe, working on numerous high-profile feature films and episodic shows. Some of the notable productions he has contributed to include Spider-Man: No Way Home, Black WidowJungle CruiseShang-ChiMortal KombatMoon KnightSnowpiercer 4Willow and many more. What sets Ali apart is his diverse background in cinematography. Before specializing in compositing, he held roles as a director, Director of Photography (DoP), editor, and colorist on various music videos and TV commercials. This background in visual storytelling provides him with a unique perspective when crafting visual effects for films and shows. Ali holds a bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, which allows him to bridge the gap between creativity and technicality in his compositing career. He has leveraged his technical skills to develop numerous Nuke tools and Python automation scripts for the companies he has worked with. Additionally, Ali has designed workflow solutions and compositing templates to streamline processes in various productions.

25 Jul

Dennis Talajic – video game designer


Dennis Talajic – is a video game designer. Dennis Talajic began his career in 2017 and has worked for companies such as BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America, Playdigious, Tarsier Studios, Bandai Namco Entertainment and BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment US. Dennis Talajic’s first game was Little Nightmares which was released 8 years ago. Best Game Dennis Talajic contributed to was Little Nightmares. Dennis Talajic’s latest work is Little Nightmares which was released 8 years ago.

25 Jul

Jeppe Carlsen – video game designer

Carlsen Games is a small independent developer focused on making games with uncompromising game design, striking graphics, and
atmospheric soundtracks.The company was founded by former Playdead lead gameplay designer Jeppe Carlsen.Our debut game ‘140’, a music-based 2D platformer game, was released in 2013 on Steam, and in 2016 for consoles, published by Double Fine.2016 also saw the release of our second game, ‘THOTH’, a twin-stick shooter with challenging puzzle elements and an intense soundtrack lending the game a horror-like atmosphere.

25 Jul

Allison James – Developer

Known for: Pong Quest, Maddening Euphoria, Maddening Overlord
Allison James is one of the most prolific creators in the GameMaker community, publishing more than double the number of titles to GX.games than her nearest rivals.
A long-time GameMaker user and former YoYo Games employee, Allison, together with her partner in crime Dan, are the faces of Chequered Ink, the creators of the Atari-backed Pong Quest.
In her spare time, Allison creates fonts, collects Pokémon, and participates in as many game jams as possible.

25 Jul

Corrine Yu – Programmer

Known for: Quake 2, Borderlands, Halo 4
You may be surprised to learn that Corrinne Yu’s work on Quake 2Borderlands, and Halo aren’t the most impressive parts of her portfolio.
A California State Polytechnic University, Pomona graduate, Corrinne also designed accelerator experiments for nuclear physics research. We’re not saying that research was inspired by video games, but we can’t discount the chance that it was.
Corrinne famously created new lighting techniques and dynamic radiosity algorithms during her work on Halo 4, which were then patented by Microsoft.

24 Jul

Ayami Kojima – Artist and character designer

Ayami Kojima - Artist and character designer,

Known for: Castlevania series, Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night
Whether you’re a fan of the Netflix animated show or the classic games franchise, the Castlevania series wouldn’t be what it is today without Ayami Kojima.
A self-taught artist, talented designer, and avid shounen-manga fan, Ayami brought beloved characters like Alucard, Soma Cruz, and Simon Belmont to life with her amazing artistic talents.
Her work on Castlevania-inspired Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is a perfect homage to the series, while remaining its own unique entry in the Metroidvania genre.

24 Jul

Kim Swift – Designer

Kim Swift speaking at a game development event,
10 Women In Game Development You Should Know,

Known for: Portal, Left 4 Dead, Half Life 2
Featured in Fortune magazine’s ‘30 under 30’ list of the most influential figures in the video game industry, Kim Swift revolutionised the way games approach level design with her work on the beloved Valve titles, Portal and Left 4 Dead.
Her recent efforts to create games specifically for the cloud have helped to ease the strain on Xbox consoles, allowing for a smoother gaming experience on Microsoft’s latest systems.

24 Jul

Lena Raine – Developer and composer

Known for: Celeste, Chicory: A Colorful Tale, Sackboy: A Big Adventure
Known best for her work on the soundtracks of CelesteChicory: A Colorful Tale, and MinecraftLena Raine is a constant fixture in the music library of any respectable gamer.
But did you know that Lena makes games, too? If you haven’t played ESC yet, you’re in for a narrative treat.