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About Me

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Professional Overview

I’m a Senior QA Analyst with 12+ years of experience across console, PC, mobile, and VR platforms. I’ve tested and launched major titles like Starfield, Skyrim, Doom Eternal, and Forza Horizon 5, with a focus on certification, compliance, and live service support. I specialize in detailed test planning, edge case discovery, and cross-team collaboration to ensure polished, high-quality releases.

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Jul 23 | 21:00

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QA Philosophy

I’m passionate about games and committed to making each player’s experience smooth, immersive, and memorable. I thrive on problem-solving, proactively identifying bugs before launch, and partnering with developers to refine gameplay and performance. QA isn’t just a career path—it’s a craft I truly love.

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Background and Education

Originally from Austin, TX, I hold a BFA in Media Arts and Animation with a focus on game design. While I began in QA as a stepping stone toward art or design, I quickly discovered a deep appreciation for the impact of quality assurance and chose to stay and grow in the discipline.

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Personal Interests

Outside of work, I’m a big fan of RPGs, survival horror, and strategy sims—favorites include Resident Evil, Horizon Zero Dawn, Skyrim, Fable, and Stardew Valley. I also love horror films and books, especially Evil Dead and Texas Chainsaw Massacre (filmed in my hometown!). I’m married to a game programmer, with three game-loving kids and two dogs (a Basset Hound and a Pointer mix). We’re relocating to Spain soon—I'm open to in-person roles in Spain with sponsorship, or remote contract roles within the US or EU.

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Technical and Growth

Recently, I’ve been expanding into automation, SQL, and data-driven QA strategies. I enjoy learning new tools and continuously improving my workflows to support scalable, efficient testing—especially for live service environments.

MY FAVORITE GAMES

(Some of them)

FAVORITE HORROR

Lyndsay Pistella

2025

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