Vickram Karar

About Vickram Karar

I have 8+ years of work experience in multiple fields. I have worked as a Game Teater in the QA department, financial advisor for UK based network company and also as a customer service in both chat and voice processes. I am currently focusing on obtaining knowledge and experience in game/level design and video/photo pre & post production process. I strive to give my best to gain as much knowledge & experience and move forward with improvisations while it benefits me as well as the organisation. I achieve professional satisfaction and career growth. I always welcome a rewarding and challenging job that not only involves my current skills but will hopefully help me acquire some new ones.

Experience

1. Project Lead - Level Designer

   Globalstep

   Apr 2023 — Present · Pune, IN

   Creative and Results-Driven Project Lead Level Designer with a proven track record in crafting engaging match 3 puzzle game levels. As a leader, I guide a dedicated team of level designers and playtesters to achieve key performance indicators (KPIs) and key result areas (KRAs). My primary focus lies in meticulous level designing, complemented by hands-on playtesting and strategic feedback to ensure perfect balance and optimal difficulty.Key Competencies- Level Design Expertise: Spearheading match 3 level designing for a top 5 grossing game, I excel in mapping out layouts that align with the game\'s rules and guidelines. My approach involves creating dynamic entry and exit points, multiple phases, and unique, enjoyable layouts/boards- Problem-Solving: Known for my problem-solving acumen, I actively contribute to brainstorming sessions for enhancing productivity. I thrive in developing interesting concepts and designs while collaborating closely with project leads to identify and resolve challenges- Database Management: Proficient in handling databases for efficient tracking and submission of game levels. I ensure a streamlined process for both tracking data and managing level submissions- Continuous Learning: Committed to staying at the forefront of the industry, I engage in knowledge transfer sessions with clients, acquiring new tools and skills to enhance my level designing capabilities- Team Leadership: Lead and guide a team of level designers and playtesters, fostering a collaborative environment. Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for training processes to enhance the skills of both playtesters and level designers- Knowledge Transfer: Conduct Knowledge Transfer (KT) sessions, providing detailed Game Documentation and robust data tracking to empower playtesters and level designers with the insights needed for success.

Education

• National Institute of Open Schooling

  Secondary and Senior Secondary, Computer Science

  2010 — 2013

• Maharashtra Education Society's Garware College of Commerce, Karve Road, Pune-411004.

  BCA, Computer Application

  2013 — 2016

Skills

• Windows
• Eclipse
• C
• Powerpoint
• C
• Xml
• Microsoft Word
• Javascript
• Html
• Sql
• Linux
• Asp.net
• Java
• Microsoft Office
• Mysql