Derek Mattson

Derek Mattson is a seasoned game design professional with extensive experience in the gaming industry. Currently serving as a Senior Game Designer at Naughty Dog since March 2022, Derek previously held the position of Senior Systems Designer at Santa Monica Studio from May 2021 to March 2022 and worked as a Systems Designer at Naughty Dog from February 2018 to May 2021. Earlier in their career, Derek contributed as an Associate Technical Designer at Santa Monica Studio from August 2016 to February 2018 and directed various theatrical pieces as a freelancer from August 2010 to August 2015. Educationally, Derek obtained a Master of Science in Interactive Entertainment from the Florida Interactive Entertainment Academy (2015-2016) and a BFA in Musical Theatre from the University of Florida (2007-2011).