David McDonough
Lead Designer at OtherSide Entertainment- Claim this Profile
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Dennis Shirk
I’ve worked with David since I was a new Producer at Firaxis Games, and he’s never ceased to impress me in any project that he’s ever touched. His calm and steady demeanor, even under pressure and stress, has always been such an important part of any design team he’s been a part of, or that he’s led. On our latest venture, he became the go-to designer for heavy lifting and creative solutions whenever it was required, and I am genuinely sad to see him go (although excited to see what comes next for him). We’ve shared an incredible amount of varied experiences, and I would have him on any team I am a part of without hesitation. Our paths will cross again Dave! Say hi to Kelley for me.
Seth Smith
Dave is a very talented individual who excels at many aspects of game development. I easily consider him to be one of the brightest people I've met at the Savannah College of Art and Design. Throughout college, he taught me a great deal about game development and project management by example. His projects were always very compelling and creative. Dave has always had a very positive impact on those he works with, and I believe he will have a significant impact on the industry in years to come. It would be great to have someone like Dave on any project. I hope we can work together again in the future.
Dennis Shirk
I’ve worked with David since I was a new Producer at Firaxis Games, and he’s never ceased to impress me in any project that he’s ever touched. His calm and steady demeanor, even under pressure and stress, has always been such an important part of any design team he’s been a part of, or that he’s led. On our latest venture, he became the go-to designer for heavy lifting and creative solutions whenever it was required, and I am genuinely sad to see him go (although excited to see what comes next for him). We’ve shared an incredible amount of varied experiences, and I would have him on any team I am a part of without hesitation. Our paths will cross again Dave! Say hi to Kelley for me.
Seth Smith
Dave is a very talented individual who excels at many aspects of game development. I easily consider him to be one of the brightest people I've met at the Savannah College of Art and Design. Throughout college, he taught me a great deal about game development and project management by example. His projects were always very compelling and creative. Dave has always had a very positive impact on those he works with, and I believe he will have a significant impact on the industry in years to come. It would be great to have someone like Dave on any project. I hope we can work together again in the future.
Dennis Shirk
I’ve worked with David since I was a new Producer at Firaxis Games, and he’s never ceased to impress me in any project that he’s ever touched. His calm and steady demeanor, even under pressure and stress, has always been such an important part of any design team he’s been a part of, or that he’s led. On our latest venture, he became the go-to designer for heavy lifting and creative solutions whenever it was required, and I am genuinely sad to see him go (although excited to see what comes next for him). We’ve shared an incredible amount of varied experiences, and I would have him on any team I am a part of without hesitation. Our paths will cross again Dave! Say hi to Kelley for me.
Seth Smith
Dave is a very talented individual who excels at many aspects of game development. I easily consider him to be one of the brightest people I've met at the Savannah College of Art and Design. Throughout college, he taught me a great deal about game development and project management by example. His projects were always very compelling and creative. Dave has always had a very positive impact on those he works with, and I believe he will have a significant impact on the industry in years to come. It would be great to have someone like Dave on any project. I hope we can work together again in the future.
Dennis Shirk
I’ve worked with David since I was a new Producer at Firaxis Games, and he’s never ceased to impress me in any project that he’s ever touched. His calm and steady demeanor, even under pressure and stress, has always been such an important part of any design team he’s been a part of, or that he’s led. On our latest venture, he became the go-to designer for heavy lifting and creative solutions whenever it was required, and I am genuinely sad to see him go (although excited to see what comes next for him). We’ve shared an incredible amount of varied experiences, and I would have him on any team I am a part of without hesitation. Our paths will cross again Dave! Say hi to Kelley for me.
Seth Smith
Dave is a very talented individual who excels at many aspects of game development. I easily consider him to be one of the brightest people I've met at the Savannah College of Art and Design. Throughout college, he taught me a great deal about game development and project management by example. His projects were always very compelling and creative. Dave has always had a very positive impact on those he works with, and I believe he will have a significant impact on the industry in years to come. It would be great to have someone like Dave on any project. I hope we can work together again in the future.
Experience
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OtherSide Entertainment
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United States
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Computer Games
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1 - 100 Employee
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Lead Designer
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Jan 2023 - Present
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Cloud Chamber
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Canada
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Computer Games
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100 - 200 Employee
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Lead Systems Designer
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Feb 2022 - Jan 2023
Managed world interactions and player progression design teams. Designed and supervised systems-driven level content in collaboration with world design. Collaborated with creative leads to shape the vision and direction of systems gameplay. Acted as hiring manager for systems and technical designers. Managed world interactions and player progression design teams. Designed and supervised systems-driven level content in collaboration with world design. Collaborated with creative leads to shape the vision and direction of systems gameplay. Acted as hiring manager for systems and technical designers.
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Firaxis Games
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United States
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Computer Games
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100 - 200 Employee
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Lead Designer
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Dec 2011 - Feb 2022
* Senior designer on Sid Meier's Civilization VI: New Frontier Pass (2020) * Senior designer on XCOM: Chimera Squad (2020) * Senior designer on Sid Meier's Civilization VI: Gather Storm (2019) * Project and design lead for an unannounced project (2016-2018) * Project and design lead on Sid Meier's Civilization: Beyond Earth - Rising Tide (2015). * Project and design lead on Sid Meier's Civilization: Beyond Earth (2014). * Project and design lead on Haunted Hollow, an original strategy game for iOS (2013).
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Big Huge Games
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United States
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Computer Games
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100 - 200 Employee
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Systems Designer
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Jul 2011 - Dec 2011
* Designed and maintained systems behind BHG's flagship action RPG, "Reckoning: Kingdoms of Amalur," with emphasis on merchants, crafting, and the gold economy. * Designed and authored content including unique items and equipment using BHG's in-house tools. * Designed and maintained systems behind BHG's flagship action RPG, "Reckoning: Kingdoms of Amalur," with emphasis on merchants, crafting, and the gold economy. * Designed and authored content including unique items and equipment using BHG's in-house tools.
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Firaxis Games
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United States
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Computer Games
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100 - 200 Employee
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Producer
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Dec 2008 - Jul 2011
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Savannah College of Art and Design
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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MFA Interactive Design and Game Development
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Aug 2006 - Jul 2008
Student of game design and development. Student of game design and development.
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Trinity University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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BA Studio Art
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Aug 2002 - May 2006
Focus on Illustration and Graphic Design Focus on Illustration and Graphic Design
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Education
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2006 - 2008
Savannah College of Art and Design
Master of Fine Arts, Interactive Design & Game Development -
2002 - 2006
Trinity University
Bachelor of Arts, Art
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