ETHAN KAISER
Florence
Summary
Results-driven Design and Animation Associate with a strong track record in gameplay mechanics. Improved player satisfaction ratings by debugging animation transitions and refining interactions. Committed to applying design and programming expertise to drive advancements in interactive media.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Trainer
Whole Foods Market
Lexington
03.2025 - Current
- Promoted for leadership performance; trained staff to uphold operational standards and enhance service delivery.
- Engaged directly with shoppers to provide exceptional customer service and enhance shopping experience.
- Monitored and ensured product quality standards to maintain customer satisfaction.
Design & Animation Intern
Soulz
Lexington
07.2025 - 09.2025
- Integrated 2D and 3D animations into active gameplay systems
- Designed and implemented gameplay mechanics in Unity prototypes
- Collaborated with designers and developers to optimize player experience through cohesive design integration
- Assisted with C# scripting for player controls and core features
- Debugged animation transitions and gameplay interactions to enhance overall gameplay fluidity
- Participated in iterative playtesting to refine mechanics based on user feedback
Co-Manager
Steven's Golf Center
Burlington
03.2021 - 05.2023
- Supervised staff and managed daily operations to ensure smooth workflow and equipment functionality.
- Maintained high standards of customer service among team members, fostering positive customer interactions.
- Organized workspaces for efficiency.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Game Design
Bluegrass Community & Technical College
Lexington, Kentucky01-2026
Skills
- Gameplay mechanics
- Level Design
- Gameplay Systems
- Debugging
- Playtesting
- 2D Animation
- Basic 3D Animation
- Character Design
- UI Implementation
- Motion Principles
- Unity Engine
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
Projects
Unity Game Projects, Developed playable prototypes with implemented mechanics., Integrated animation systems into gameplay., Conducted debugging and performance optimization., Collaborated on team-based development projects.
Affiliations
Robotics Team
Timeline
Design & Animation Intern
Soulz
07.2025 - 09.2025
Team Trainer
Whole Foods Market
03.2025 - Current
Co-Manager
Steven's Golf Center
03.2021 - 05.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Game Design
Bluegrass Community & Technical College