Michael Vogel

Michael Vogel has a diverse work experience in various companies. Michael started their career as a Quality Assurance Tester at Bethesda Softworks in 2012. In 2013, they worked as a Writer at Muzzy Lane Software and also joined Georgia Institute of Technology as a Graduate Research Assistant. During their time at Georgia Tech, they focused on game design, narrative design, and qualitative research methods. Michael also contributed to game development projects in different groups. In 2014, Michael worked as a Research and Prototyping Intern at NTT. Finally, in 2018, they became the Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer at Fanaticus XR, where they led product and technical operations, shipped VR games, oversaw immersive projects, and crafted product strategy for maximum impact in the emerging entertainment medium.

Michael Vogel earned a Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree in Digital Media from the Georgia Institute of Technology, where they were enrolled from 2013 to 2017. Prior to this, they completed their undergraduate studies at William & Mary, receiving a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in English with a focus on Literary and Cultural Studies, from 2005 to 2009. In 2008, Michael had the opportunity to study as a visiting student at the University of Oxford, where they explored Literature & Philosophy of Language.