Yasin Tatar
Game Designer - Level Design
İstanbul
Summary
Experienced Game Designer & Unity Specialist with 6 years of expertise in game optimization, level design, and asset integration. Proficient in creating immersive game environments using pre-existing models and animations while enhancing performance through advanced optimization techniques. Strong understanding of weapon and character mechanics, ensuring fluid and engaging gameplay experiences. Capable of refining low-quality assets and improving graphical fidelity to enhance the overall game experience. Adept at managing game states, balancing mechanics, and designing compelling game worlds. Fluent in English and Turkish with a commitment to delivering high-quality interactive experiences
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Game Designer
Goldon Studios
03.2022 - 04.2025
- Conducted research and information gathering to troubleshoot and improve content quality.
- Optimized level designs for improved gameplay flow and challenge balance.
- Enhanced player experience by designing innovative game mechanics and systems.
- Conducted thorough playtesting sessions, identifying areas for improvement and refining game elements accordingly.
- Mentored junior designers, providing guidance on best practices in game design principles and techniques.
- Adapted designs based on platform capabilities to ensure optimal performance across various devices.
- Improved overall game quality through rigorous bug tracking, testing, and resolution efforts.
- Contributed to successful game launches, working closely with marketing teams to promote key features and updates.
Game Designer
Ore System
06.2024 - 01.2025
- Improved overall game quality through rigorous bug tracking, testing, and resolution efforts.
- Achieved positive user feedback by rapidly addressing reported issues and incorporating valuable suggestions into future updates.
- Optimized game performance and loading times for PC and mobile platforms to enhance user experience.
- Mentored newly hired and junior developers in office and departmental policies and procedures.
- Managed project requirements and accomplished objectives by self-monitoring progress and promptly solving issues.
- Created core game storylines, role-play mechanics and character biographies for new video games franchise.
Founder
Fyros Games Studio
01.2023 - 08.2024
- I founded my own studio to make a mobile multiplayer first person shooter game and also took part in the development.
- With my own little effort, I managed the marketing part of the game and reached 10 thousand downloads.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers, reducing costs while maintaining product quality.
- Secured sufficient funds to cover business obligations by tracking expenses and budgeting accurately.
Level Designer
Ore System
09.2021 - 02.2022
- Enhanced player immersion by designing intricate and interactive game environments.
- Optimized resource usage by employing smart asset placement strategies that reduced draw calls without sacrificing visual quality or gameplay experience.
- Actively participated in cross-discipline meetings, effectively communicating design intentions and collaborating with other team members to ensure unified project vision.
- Delivered polished levels on time by effectively managing tight deadlines under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
- Ensured high-quality user experiences by addressing technical issues such as collision detection, clipping, and pop-in artifacts.
- Improved overall gameplay flow by refining level pacing, objectives, and challenges.
- Developed and implemented game levels with in-game mechanics.
Education
No Degree - Econometrics And Quantitative Economics
Marmara University
Istanbul, Turkey 04.2001 -
Skills
Level design
Game analytics
Game Design
Technical Artist
Graphics & Visual Quality Specialist
Game Optimization Specialist
Art and animation
User interface design
Glitch and bug resolution
Game balancing
Time management abilities
Adaptability and flexibility
Unity
Timeline
Game Designer
Ore System
06.2024 - 01.2025
Founder
Fyros Games Studio
01.2023 - 08.2024
Game Designer
Goldon Studios
03.2022 - 04.2025
Level Designer
Ore System
09.2021 - 02.2022
No Degree - Econometrics And Quantitative Economics
Marmara University
04.2001 -