Jack Van Gilder

Welcome to my page! My name is Jack Van Gilder and I'm a Colorado based Game Designer with a focus in Level and Narrative Design. I'm 25 years old and love everything about video games. My love for games began when I got a Nintendo DS with Pokémon Diamond and spent countless hours trying to beat the Elite Four. From there, I got an Xbox and eventually a PC that both helped my love for video games develop.

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Originally, I was an actor and musician who did a bit of voice acting on the side. But once I stumbled onto Full Sail's Game Design program, the trajectory of my life changed. I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Game Design in March, 2025.

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My goal is to create awe inspiring levels and immersive narratives that transport the player into a new world. I want to make games that I'm proud of and know that I gave the player everything they deserve, without sacrificing the integrity of the game.

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Outside of work, you'll find me playing as many new games as possible, as well as my daily plays including Marvel Rivals and Valorant. I love getting into nature as much as possible with hikes, camping, and road trips. I recently did a road trip through most National Parks in Utah, New Mexico, Arizona, and my home state of Colorado.