Calve Cowdry
All About Calve
Calve is a passionate and versatile technical narrative designer with a strong educational background and experience in game development.
Holding a Bachelor of Arts degree in Game Development, specializing in the field of Writing, Calve possesses a unique blend of skills that combines creativity, technical expertise, and an AGILE mindset to deliver exceptional results.
With over 3+ years of experience, Calve has worked on a variety of projects utilizing both Unreal Engine and Unity, two of the industry's leading game engines. This hands-on experience has provided Calve with a deep understanding of the intricate workings and possibilities of these powerful tools.By seamlessly integrating narrative elements into gameplay, Calve creates immersive and captivating player experiences.
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What sets Calve apart is their T-Shaped skill set. While specializing in writing and narrative design, Calve also possesses a broad range of knowledge and skills across multiple disciplines. This versatility enables Calve to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams, bridging the gap between the technical and creative aspects of game development. Whether working with programmers, artists, or designers, Calve can communicate and contribute from various angles.
An AGILE mindset is deeply ingrained in Calve's work philosophy. Thriving in fast-paced and dynamic environments, Calve embraces flexibility and iterative processes, adapting quickly to changing requirements and priorities. The ability to maintain constant communication, foster collaboration, and implement feedback loops is instrumental in Calve's approach to delivering high-quality results efficiently.
Calve's Mission
Calve is committed to the creation of captivating narratives, with a particular focus on shedding light on issues that are often overlooked in the realm of video games. In his game "Ambient Light," for instance, he skillfully portrays the profound emotional impact of Gaslighting. Similarly, "The Elephant in the Room" offers a poignant portrayal of Domestic Abuse.
As a dedicated storyteller, Calve recognizes the significance of portraying the harsh realities of life, including its cruelty and self-centeredness. His driving force lies in presenting these challenging themes in a sensitive and thoughtful manner, with the aim of raising awareness and fostering understanding. By enabling players to connect with the content on a personal level, Calve strives to instill a sense of hope and reassurance, reminding them that they are not alone in their experiences.
FAQ's
What made you choose Game Development? - While I have always been a creative writer and poet, my inner demiurgic was yearning for an experience retail work didn't have to offer. I had played games since I was 4 years of age, and admittedly spent a lot of my teens obsessed with them, so being able to showcase my stories through a compelling visual media, such as video games, was truly a shift back onto where I had always imagined I'd be.
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Favorite Game? - Uncharted 2.
Favorite eSport? - Rocket League Championship Series.
First Games Console? - Sega Megadrive.
First Game You Remember Playing? - Disney's Castle of Illusion.
The Game With The Most Hours Played? - Runescape 2 + Old School Runescape.
If You Could Work On Any Future Game, What Would It Be? - Uncharted 5.
