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Tan D.

Charlotte, North Carolina

$35/hr
5.0
46 jobs

Key strengths I bring to every project: - Quick to learn and adapt to new tools and environments - Strong analytical and problem solving skills - Consistently driven and dedicated to high quality work With a strong foundation in Unity3D, and experience in Unreal Engine 5 my role has centered on architecting robust game systems and enhancing the gaming experience through meticulous debugging and feature development. The skills I've honed through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams are crucial in my current position, where I actively contribute to the game's lifecycle.

  • Game Development
  • Unity
  • C++
  • Java
  • C#
  • Unreal Engine
  • Game Testing
  • GitHub
  • Academic Writing
  • REST API
  • Version Control
  • Amazon Web Services
  • Python
  • Microsoft Azure
  • HTML
Colton E.

Escambia County, Florida

$25/hr
5.0
7 jobs

15+ years behind the board and I still obsess over every detail like it's my first session. I'm a mixing and mastering engineer, podcast vocal editor, and sound designer who takes the technical side of audio seriously. Not just "it sounds good" seriously. Translates on every speaker, sits right in every frequency range, holds up under scrutiny seriously. I work in FL Studio at a professional level, the same platform behind records from Porter Robinson, Madeon, Metro Boomin, and others. My workflow is built around getting results that are broadcast-ready and commercially competitive, whether that's a track going to streaming, a podcast episode going live, or audio going into a game engine. What I specialize in: + Mixing and mastering across all genres, all formats + Podcast and vocal editing, noise floor cleanup, clarity, consistency + Sound design for games, film, and interactive media If you're an independent artist who's tired of your mixes not translating, a podcaster who wants clean professional audio without the headache, or a game developer who needs a detail-obsessed sound designer, I want to hear what you're building. The details are where the difference is. That's where I live. Note: I also take on select digital operations and creative project work outside of audio. If your project is a little hard to categorize, feel free to reach out anyway.

  • Stem Mixing & Mastering
  • Music Production
  • Audio Engineering
  • Audio Post Production
  • Podcast Editing
  • Vocal Tuning
  • Noise Reduction
  • Audio Restoration
  • Sound Design
  • Game Audio
  • Custom Sound Effects
  • Audio Editing
  • Dialogue Editing
  • Audio & Music Software
  • Audio & Video Sync
  • Stereo Mixing
  • Voice Acting
  • Podcast Production
  • Foley Effects
  • Audio Mastering
Givin Y.

Elk Grove, California

$20/hr
5.0
9 jobs

I am a Computer Science student and software developer experienced in web development, 3D graphics, and game architecture. I enjoy working with teams to turn client's ideas into finished products. My experiences includes Java, Python, TypeScript, React, Flask, SQL, OpenGL, JOGL, GLSL shaders, and GitHub. I have worked on projects such as cross-platform expense tracker, Java HTTP server and load testing tool, 3D graphics projects, an AI powered sermon sub for a church client, and a multiplayer zombie tag game that features all game mechanics and NPCs. - Strong in Java, Python, TypeScript, React, Flask, SQL, and GitHub - Experienced in game development, 3D graphics, shaders, networking, physics, AI systems - Comfortable with frontend, backend, debugging, project planning, and team collaboration - Interested in game development, AI deep reinforcement learning, Local LLM, PC building, and software development. - Clear and frequent communication is important to me when being successful on an project - I love honest feedback as it makes me grow as a person and helps me to teach others in being successful

  • Game Design
  • Game
  • Product Development
  • Construction Document Preparation
  • Web Application
  • Web Development
Aidan G.

Albuquerque, New Mexico

$35/hr
4.9
48 jobs

I'm a seasoned software engineer with deep expertise in Unity and C#, specializing in game development and integrating gameplay systems. My work has been recognized by industry leaders, including Activision. This recognition underscores my ability to deliver innovative game solutions that exceed client expectations. I'm eager to bring this level of excellence to meet and surpass your needs! Skills & Expertise: 👨‍💻 Unity development: Unity scripting (C#), asset integration, mobile app development, performance optimizations, game mechanic/systems integration, game bug fixes, and RESTful API Integrations 🛠️ Version control software: Git, GitHub, Unity Version Control 🛜 Networking libraries: Photon Fusion, Mirror Networking, PUN2 🔧 Unity integration services: IAP & app advertising SDK integrations 🚩 Project management tools: Jira, Trello, Azure Boards, Confluence 🧩 Genres: FPS/TPS, match-3 puzzle, MMORPG, racing, top-down shooters, and open to expanding more! ⚙️Back-end services: Google Cloud Firestore for Firebase, Google Cloud Storage for Firebase, and Supabase 🧭 Perspectives: 3D & 2D I can implement solutions to accelerate your project and go beyond your expectations. I have worked with various clients and carved out project deliverables using the skillsets mentioned above. What I aim to bring to my client's project: ⏳ Timely deliverables meeting your direct needs, adjustments, or improvements 📞Clear and constant communication on my latest status for your milestone 👨‍💻 Professionalism in quality software development 🤝 Cooperation on the highest level to ensure you feel comfortable throughout our partnership ⏱️ Respect your time and perspective to ensure deadlines are met reasonably I will develop code for you that is clean, readable, portable, and maintainable. I always do my best to follow SOLID, DRY, and YAGNI software design principles and will adapt to any coding preferences, principles, or design patterns on a team or with you.

  • Game Development
  • Game Design
  • Unity
  • C#
  • Photon Unity Networking
  • Android
  • iOS
  • Smartphone
  • Mobile Game
  • Mobile App Development
  • Game Development Bug Fix
  • In-App Purchases
  • In-Game Advertising
  • Firebase
  • Supabase
  • Apple Xcode
  • Firebase Cloud Firestore
  • Back-End Development
Victor K.

Collins, Mississippi

$30/hr
5.0
5 jobs

I’m a Unity Systems Engineer and Game Developer specializing in clean, scalable gameplay systems, AI-driven mechanics, multiplayer foundations, PC games, mobile games, and VR experiences. As the founder of Protosoul Studios, I focus on building production-ready Unity systems that can grow from a simple MVP prototype into a polished, expandable game. Whether you need a custom character controller, AI behavior system, mobile gameplay loop, VR interaction system, multiplayer setup, UI flow, or performance optimization, I can help turn your idea into a working Unity project. My development approach is modular, organized, and future-focused. I build systems that are easy to understand, easy to expand, and designed to avoid unnecessary rework later. I’m comfortable working with C#, Unity URP, Android mobile development, VR/XR, Netcode foundations, AI gameplay logic, UI systems, player controllers, inventory systems, progression systems, and prototype-to-production workflows. I can help with: *Unity gameplay programming *AI behavior systems *Mobile game development *VR/XR interaction systems *Multiplayer foundations *Character controllers *UI and menu systems *Bug fixing and optimization *Prototype/MVP development *Clean project organization and scalable architecture If you need a reliable Unity developer who can think through the full system, communicate clearly, and build with long-term growth in mind, I’d be happy to help bring your game idea to life.

  • Game Development
  • Game Design
  • Unity
  • Android App Development
  • Gear VR Game
  • Mobile Game Development
Andrei M.

Dacula, Georgia

$15/hr
5.0
3 jobs

Motivated student and freelancer with a strong background in programming, game development, AI-assisted workflows, and technical problem-solving. Experienced in Unity development using C#, with additional academic experience in Java and JavaScript. Skilled in debugging, scalable code structure, rapid prototyping, QA testing, research, and collaborative development. Passionate about creating engaging digital experiences and leveraging AI tools to improve workflow efficiency and production quality.

  • Game Development
  • Game Design
  • Game
  • Mobile Game
  • App Development
  • Game Development Bug Fix
  • Game Prototype
  • Game Testing
  • Game Mechanics
  • Writing
  • Writing Critique
  • Creative Writing
  • Novel Writing
  • Book Writing
  • GIMP
  • Art & Design
  • Photo Editing
  • Cover Art Design
  • Thumbnail
  • Graphic Design

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