Aisha Alotbi

Aspiring game designer currently studying Game Design & Development at SAE Institute. I bring a strong foundation in creative writing, honed through rigorous coursework, and have complemented this with practical experience in film directing and production gained from a dedicated film course. My diverse skill set and passion for storytelling equip me to create engaging and immersive gaming experiences.

Creative Projects

Writing Projects

Short Stories:
Authored three original short stories:

• Watcher in The Sky
• Tabula Rasa
• Bystander

Showcasing diverse narrative styles and thematic exploration.

Radio Play Script: Successfully conceptualized and wrote the script for an engaging radio play, Lost & Found, demonstrating proficiency in audio storytelling and scriptwriting.

Group Radio Play Script: Collaborated with a team to create a dynamic group radio play script, Diary of a Researcher, contributing to a cohesive and entertaining final product. This experience enhanced teamwork and project management skills.

Film Projects

Documentary:

• Role: Director
• Description: Led the creation of a documentary focusing on the local hockey team, "Galaxy Warriors," capturing the owners journey to found the team.
• Responsibilities:
• Conducted interviews with both owners.
• Coordinated with a small crew to manage shooting schedules, ensuring coverage of practices sessions and games.
• Directed on-location shoots, overseeing camera work, lighting, and sound to achieve high-quality footage.
• Collaborated with the editor to craft a compelling narrative, emphasizing the owners challenges and triumphs.

Short Scene Recreation:

• Role: Producer
• Description: Oversaw the production of a short scene recreation from a TV show, focusing on precise replication of the original's style and atmosphere.
• Responsibilities:
• Managed pre-production activities, such as script breakdowns, shot lists, and production schedules.
• Supervised the set design and costume coordination to ensure authenticity and attention to detail.
• Coordinated with the director and cinematographer to plan and execute shots, ensuring visual and thematic consistency with the original scene.
• Handled logistical aspects such as permits, equipment rental, and transportation.
• Ensured adherence to the production timeline and budget, addressing any challenges or changes that arose during filming.
• Oversaw post-production, including editing, sound design, and color correction, to deliver a polished final product.

Game Projects

Board Game Modification: "Quacks of Quedlinburg"

• Description: Collaborated with a team to create innovative modifications for the popular board game "Quacks of Quedlinburg," enhancing gameplay and player experience.
• Responsibilities:
• Conducted research on game mechanics and player feedback to identify areas for improvement.
• Designed and tested new game components, including potions, ingredients, and event cards, to expand the strategic depth and replayability.
• Collaborated with team members to balance the modified game elements, ensuring fairness and engagement.
• Created and presented a detailed modification guide and prototype to peers and instructors for feedback and evaluation.

Board Game Creation: "Battle of Blacksmiths"

• Description: Worked with a partner to design and develop a work placement board game centered around blacksmiths, where players compete to craft the finest weapons and tools.
• Responsibilities:
• Co-conceptualized the game theme, mechanics, and objectives, focusing on resource management and strategic decision-making.
• Jointly designed the game board, player pieces, and cards, ensuring a cohesive and visually appealing aesthetic.
• Collaborated on developing and testing game rules, refining them based on playtesting sessions to enhance clarity and enjoyment.
• Produced a prototype of the game, including custom artwork and components, for demonstration and feedback purposes.
• Presented and played the game in class, gathering feedback from peers and instructors to further refine the gameplay experience.

Basic Programming Projects: Unity and C#

Unity Project 1: "Console Printer"

• Description: Developed a simple Unity project to print custom messages to the Unity console, gaining foundational knowledge in C# and the Unity engine.
• Responsibilities:
• Wrote and debugged C# scripts to create functions for printing various messages to the console.
• Utilized Unity’s development environment to test and refine the code, ensuring proper functionality.
• Documented the project workflow and code for future reference and learning purposes.

Unity Project 2: "Platformer Adventure"

• Description: Created a basic platforming game in Unity, featuring hazards and a final goal of unlocking a door using a pressure plate mechanism.
• Responsibilities:
• Designed and implemented the game’s level layout, incorporating platforms, obstacles, and interactive elements.
• Developed C# scripts to control player movement, collision detection, and game mechanics such as the pressure plate and locked door system.
• Conducted playtesting to identify and fix bugs, ensuring smooth gameplay.
• Documented the development process, including code comments and a project report, highlighting key learning outcomes.