Chris Parkinson

Lead Game Developer at Ex Populus

Chris Parkinson has a diverse work experience in various roles and industries. Chris is currently working as a Lead Game Developer at Ex Populus since 2023. Prior to that, Chris worked at Few Remain LLC as a Lead Developer / Co-Owner, where they completed unique interactive projects and created mobile games and interactive experiences using augmented reality and webcams.

Chris also worked at Huntington National Bank as a Mobile Application Development Manager from 2021 to 2023, and at Rogue Fitness as a Mobile Software Delivery Lead in 2021. Before that, Chris was a Senior Software Engineer at Nationwide Children's Hospital in 2020.

In 2019, they worked as a Mobile App Director at LAMO, leading a team in developing a state-of-the-art application with 3D overlays on vinyl toys. Prior to that, they were a Digital Solutions Developer II at Ohio Health, responsible for developing new features and maintaining the OhioHealth mobile application.

Chris's earlier work experience includes roles at Discover Financial Services, where they worked as a Senior Application Developer, leading small teams in creating internal applications and games using modern web technologies. Chris also worked as a Graphic Designer/Junior Developer, creating marketing campaigns, user interfaces, and games with actionscript and Flash. Additionally, they worked as a Training Specialist.

Overall, Chris Parkinson has a strong background in software development, game development, and project management across multiple industries.

Chris Parkinson completed their education in the following chronological order:

From 2005 to 2009, Chris attended Central Ohio Technical College, where they pursued a field of study in Digital Media Design. However, no degree was specified for this time period.

Next, from 2009 to 2010, Chris enrolled at New Horizons Computer Learning Center to further their education in Web Development and Graphic Design, but a degree was not mentioned.

Continuing their educational journey, from 2010 to 2013, Chris studied at Lynda, a renowned online learning platform. During this time, they focused on Web Application and Game Development. Although no degree was specified for this period as well.

Finally, Chris completed their higher education at Southern New Hampshire University from 2014 to 2017. They successfully earned a Bachelor's degree in Game Design and Development.

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Timeline

  • Lead Game Developer

    March, 2023 - present