Why MJ loves games...
"Games are the only media of its kind. They create unique aesthetic and logical challenges that don't exist anywhere else."
Born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, my creative journey started with a dream of becoming a Disney animator—until I discovered that drawing nearly identical frames wasn’t quite my calling. I soon found my passion in coding through Scratch, where I learned to create simple games and realized I didn’t have to choose between my love of art and logic. This sparked my dedication to crafting interactive media that blends storytelling with innovation, inviting users to explore unique worlds in surprising ways.
I thrive in team projects, where collaboration with diverse mindsets fuels creativity, and I’ve honed my organizational skills to lead as a project manager, ensuring ideas come to life seamlessly. With a blend of creativity, strategy, and a love for teamwork, I’m driven to build experiences that inspire and connect.
What I'm About
Organization
While maybe not the most glamorous thing, mastering organizational skills has always gotten me and my teams far. Using Trello, Jira, etc. have all been vital in my success.
Learning
With every project, I should be learning something new. While I may have the basics down, it's important to me to challenge myself whenever possible which is always easy with games.
Community
The game design community has always been supportive of me. I try to return the favor whever I can by nurturing my community around me and creating things that uplift them.