Mastering Technician - Platform Certification & Operations (CertOps)

• Jul 2018 - Present

GFQA Compliance Tester

• Apr 2018 - Jul 2018

Ensure all bugs are identified, thoroughly investigated and accurately reported. Thoroughly test all submissions to ensure compliance with the Technical Requirements Checklist Develop a comprehensive knowledge of SCEE FQA testing practices and procedures Quickly learn any updated FQA procedures and/or TRC requirements and alter testing accordingly Support and assist in the cross training of any member of staff when necessary. Check the content of titles for Legal issues, copyrights and age rating issues. Produce manual functionality reports, to ensure that they are correct against submitted game code Bug Testing - Ensure all bugs are identified and thoroughly investigated - Ensure all bug information, including classification, is accurately recorded and legibly written in preparation for the Team Leader to enter them into the database - Check existing bugs against newer versions of code Complete allocated work within given time frames Provide accurate progress updates to direct line manager, when requested Ensure all relevant FQA procedures are followed Comply with departmental security policy at all times and be alert to any security issues that may occur Ensure company property is correctly treated and report any misuse to direct line manager Behave in an appropriate manner in the workplace Keep up to date with all PlayStation Hardware Show less

SIEE Mastering Technician

• Dec 2015 - Apr 2018

Ensure all submitted titles are available for testing. Manage the security of all physical test assets.

Format QA Technician

• Mar 2014 - Dec 2015

Key Skills and experience• Display excellent attention to detail, maintaining diligence and focus for extended periods• Be methodical and analytical, displaying excellent problem identification and investigative skills• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication• Be reliable and punctual• Flexible attitude towards responsibilities and working hours• Ability to work on own initiativeCore Competencies• Technical and Professional Knowledge – The ability to show, understand and bring an appropriate level of expertise to the role.• Quality and Standards - The ability to achieve high standards and quality in work• Creativity – The ability to innovate and establish creative solutions as and when needed.• Style and Impact- The ability to adapt behaviour appropriately to a range of different people.• Managing Change- Able to adapt and excel in a rapidly changing environment.• Working with Others- Builds effective working relationships with a wide range of people.• Team Skills - The ability to work collaboratively with others in order to achieve common objectives. Show less

Format QA - Network TRC Assistant Coordinator

• Oct 2011 - Mar 2014

To process the NPFQA teams paperwork into digital format and sort and file electronically. To facilitate the NPFQA Coordinator in their day to day duties.• Transferring NPFQA test documentation into digital versions for electronic storage and filing.• Maintaining the naming, filing and storage of the electronic paperwork.• Retrieval of specific digital test documents upon request from NPFQA Staff.• Accepting into test, testing and issuing pass/failure reports of Theme submissions.• Testing of the Digital PSN Magazine ‘FirstPlay’ or future iterations of such products.• Checking the PlayStation®Network Trophy files adhere to the TRCs.• Uploading/Publishing of PlayStation®Network Trophy sets to live.• Network TRC testing when required.• Any further duties requested by the NPFQA Coordinator/NPFQA Support Manager. Show less

Compatibility Tester

• Jun 2011 - Oct 2011

Testing software on new firmwares on various hardware, reporting bugs to Team Leaders. Also testing backwards compatibility on PS3.

Trainee Hairdresser and Beauty Technician

• Sep 2009 - Jun 2010

Fashion Textile Trainee

• Apr 2007 - 2008

Assistant Manager

• Apr 2003 - May 2004

Assist Manger with general duties, i.e. Stock taking, Shop Floor, Booking, Quality Control and day to day situations. Assist Manger with general duties, i.e. Stock taking, Shop Floor, Booking, Quality Control and day to day situations.