Doug Johnson
Riverside, CA ***05
*********@***.***
Summary
Hard worker with a wide range of experiences, from electronics
troubleshooting and repair to retail store sales to software development.
Enthusiastic and dedicated team member, able to quickly learn new systems
and procedures. Consistently meets or exceeds expectations and deadlines.
Professional Experience
Computer Game Designer 1994-
2010
Dynamix, Inc; VR-1; Jaleco; Ketsujin Studios
Game designer on several sports and historical combat games for PC. Duties
and accomplishments included:
. Formed and managed user committees to create compelling gaming arenas
and events.
. Conducted beta and in-house QA testing programs to test new versions
prior to public release.
. Formulated plans and requirements for the staffing and running of an
online game.
. Planned and created content for several marketing and advertising
campaigns, including scripting a television ad that aired on Discovery
Wings channel.
. Spearheaded establishment of designer training/cross-training program,
resulting in new designer job descriptions, which were adopted by the
company.
. Wrote software manuals and detailed, step-by-step instruction sheets
for end-users.
Technical Support Specialist 1992-
1993
Sierra On-Line, Inc., Oakhurst, CA
Provided telephone and online technical support to customers for more than
one hundred different game and productivity titles.
Computer Technician, Purchasing Agent, Sales
1991-1992
Creative Edge Computers, Fresno, CA
Built, repaired, and installed personal computer and local area network
systems for home and small business use. Performed inventory and purchased
parts and stock for two storefronts. Managed shipping and receiving. Sold
computer systems, software, and accessories to customers in storefront.
Data Input Clerk, Atwater, CA
1990-1991
Temporary job assisting local propane gas company in converting their
records into computer format. Provided basic computer training to company
employees.
Avionics Systems Technician 1981-
1990
United States Air Force
Performed aircraft electronic navigation and radar systems maintenance,
including troubleshooting and component level repair of wiring and line
replaceable units. Trained in high-reliability soldering techniques.
Designed, programmed and managed tool and test equipment inventory system.