Joshua Spigener
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John Newcomer
Josh wears many hats at MumboJumbo and does them all well. He is the QA Supervisor and also a Producer for some of our off-site development. Josh is very detail-oriented and a gifted communicator. Our projects were developed in Russia and that required quick, precise and respectful correspondence through emails, bug tracking systems and whatever method was needed to keep the schedule moving and the game fun to play. Josh is excellent at this because he is smart, has a very settling disposition and understands all phases of game development. I have never seen Josh lose his temper or panic... he works the problem, diffuses with logic and kindness and moves on. His skills include creativity, game playing analysis, and writing. I frequently called on Josh when he had available time to help analysize the gameplay of a game in production, think of some suggestions to improve gameplay, or to write some witty dialogue. Josh's broad talents and adaptability would make him a moldable fit for many positions.
John Newcomer
Josh wears many hats at MumboJumbo and does them all well. He is the QA Supervisor and also a Producer for some of our off-site development. Josh is very detail-oriented and a gifted communicator. Our projects were developed in Russia and that required quick, precise and respectful correspondence through emails, bug tracking systems and whatever method was needed to keep the schedule moving and the game fun to play. Josh is excellent at this because he is smart, has a very settling disposition and understands all phases of game development. I have never seen Josh lose his temper or panic... he works the problem, diffuses with logic and kindness and moves on. His skills include creativity, game playing analysis, and writing. I frequently called on Josh when he had available time to help analysize the gameplay of a game in production, think of some suggestions to improve gameplay, or to write some witty dialogue. Josh's broad talents and adaptability would make him a moldable fit for many positions.
John Newcomer
Josh wears many hats at MumboJumbo and does them all well. He is the QA Supervisor and also a Producer for some of our off-site development. Josh is very detail-oriented and a gifted communicator. Our projects were developed in Russia and that required quick, precise and respectful correspondence through emails, bug tracking systems and whatever method was needed to keep the schedule moving and the game fun to play. Josh is excellent at this because he is smart, has a very settling disposition and understands all phases of game development. I have never seen Josh lose his temper or panic... he works the problem, diffuses with logic and kindness and moves on. His skills include creativity, game playing analysis, and writing. I frequently called on Josh when he had available time to help analysize the gameplay of a game in production, think of some suggestions to improve gameplay, or to write some witty dialogue. Josh's broad talents and adaptability would make him a moldable fit for many positions.
John Newcomer
Josh wears many hats at MumboJumbo and does them all well. He is the QA Supervisor and also a Producer for some of our off-site development. Josh is very detail-oriented and a gifted communicator. Our projects were developed in Russia and that required quick, precise and respectful correspondence through emails, bug tracking systems and whatever method was needed to keep the schedule moving and the game fun to play. Josh is excellent at this because he is smart, has a very settling disposition and understands all phases of game development. I have never seen Josh lose his temper or panic... he works the problem, diffuses with logic and kindness and moves on. His skills include creativity, game playing analysis, and writing. I frequently called on Josh when he had available time to help analysize the gameplay of a game in production, think of some suggestions to improve gameplay, or to write some witty dialogue. Josh's broad talents and adaptability would make him a moldable fit for many positions.
Experience
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ForwardXP
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United States
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Software Development
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1 - 100 Employee
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QA Manager
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Apr 2022 - Present
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Istation
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United States
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E-Learning Providers
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200 - 300 Employee
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QA Manager
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Jan 2019 - Apr 2022
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QA Supervisor
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Jan 2017 - Jan 2019
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QA Lead
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Jan 2015 - Jan 2017
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QA Tester
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Apr 2014 - Jan 2015
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MumboJumbo
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Dallas/Fort Worth Area
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Producer/QA Supervisor
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Jun 2007 - Apr 2014
Producer and project coordinator for leading developer and publisher of casual games for the PC, Mac, Apple iOS, Nintendo DS, and Nintendo Wii. Managed production of an offshore development team of 15 people to oversee all project work related to game content, major design elements, application design and UI, creative writing for in-game use, monetization techniques, and production schedules. Report directly to Chief Strategy Officer to keep product development in line with budget and release schedule. Develop, implement, and manage all facets of quality assurance, including play testing, game flow analysis, bug reporting, and improvement recommendations. Completed titles include the Midnight Mysteries franchise, Angelica Weaver, and various Luxor titles that are available through the Apple iOS App Store, Big Fish Games, Steam, and nationwide retail outlets. As QA Supervisor - worked with game developers as well as other testers to maintain a high standard of quality for the project being developed. Managed our internal bug database to ensure proper flow of open, in-progress or fixed issues. Also took on the role of support to work as a go-between for customers and programmers to fix any bugs in post release. Key Accomplishments • Established and maintained process for consistent level design • Successfully launched 40+ titles a year in retail channels nationwide • Oversaw App Store submission process for iOS title launches for iPad and iPhone • Created a more beneficial and positive relationship with external, off-shore teams • Ensured game development and design stayed within budget and scope Show less
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Education
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2000 - 2001
Hill College
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1996 - 2000
Hillsboro High School
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