Dave Hill .curriculum vitae

.Curriculum Vitae

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About

Interest area	Computer games programming
Profile	Highly motivated games programming graduate with a particular interest in AI and Physics techniques. I am seeking a programming position at a games studio to contribute to a comprehensive game title.
Details	D.O.B 28/08/1985 Nationality British Full, clean driving licence

Education

Degree University of Teesside, Middlesbrough 2003 - 2007	BSc Computer Games Programming (2:1) Modules include: Multiplayer Games Programming (A) Games Physics (B) Games Artificial Intelligence (B)
A level Prior Pursglove College, Guisborough 2001 - 2003	Computing (A) Physics (A) Maths with Mechanics (A)
GCSE Gillbrook Technology College, Middlesbrough 1996 - 2001	Maths (A) Double Science (A) 4 As, 4 Bs

Skills and Activities

Relevant Skills	• Strong programming in C/C++ with Microsoft Visual Studio 2005 • Good knowledge of Direct3D and OpenGL • Experience with Java and the swing/net packages • Experience with WinSock, DirectPlay, Renderware and LISP • Understanding of artificial intelligence, networking, and physics programming techniques in a games context • Coding to standards and meeting technical requirements • Proficient (X)HTML/CSS, JavaScript, PHP and MySQL database development • Efficient use of Microsoft Windows operating systems
Hobbies	• Writing websites for personal and social use • Playing computer games, especially online, on PC, Wii, and DS • Playing and writing music for guitar, as well as seeing live music • Visiting the gym

Relevant Skills

• Strong programming in C/C++ with Microsoft Visual Studio 2005
• Good knowledge of Direct3D and OpenGL
• Experience with Java and the swing/net packages
• Experience with WinSock, DirectPlay, Renderware and LISP
• Understanding of artificial intelligence, networking, and physics programming techniques in a games context
• Coding to standards and meeting technical requirements
• Proficient (X)HTML/CSS, JavaScript, PHP and MySQL database development
• Efficient use of Microsoft Windows operating systems

Hobbies

• Writing websites for personal and social use
• Playing computer games, especially online, on PC, Wii, and DS
• Playing and writing music for guitar, as well as seeing live music
• Visiting the gym

Employment

Currys Digital Middlesbrough Sales Assistant Nov 2007 – Present	Main duty is assisting customers with purchases, including products such as desktop and laptop computers, digital cameras, home networking products, etc. Communication skills are an important aspect of the job, as is keeping a professional yet friendly manner.
Gala Bingo Teesside Park, Stockton Team member Nov 2004 – May 2007	Duties include calling numbers, delivering prize money, cash handling, and locking up the building. Experience gained includes training in customer service, health and safety, gambling legislation, food preparation and bar tending.
Morrisons Berwick Hills, Middlesbrough Trolley assistant April 2002 – Nov 2004	Duties include collecting trolleys, dealing with customer complaints and locking up the building on an evening. Experience gained includes customer service training, and working as part of a team for the first time.

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