Donnie Holstrom

Donnie Holstrom began their work experience as a Teacher at Mason Game & Technology Academy in 2015. They then worked as a Teacher at Nysmith School for the Gifted for a few months in 2016. In the same year, they became a Graphics Specialist at Paul Bernhard Exhibit Design & Consulting, where they designed interactive touchscreen applications and exhibit-style games. They also worked on creating animations for applications and designing titling across the hall. In 2018, Donnie worked as a Website Editor and Graphic Designer at the Houston Museum of Natural Science, where they improved searchflow and implemented SEO tools to increase click rates and profitable conversions. They also updated and restructured the museum's website. Later that year, they became an Information Technology Coordinator at Learning Undefeated (MdBio), where they improved the operations of a game-based learning system for schools in Houston. From 2020 to 2021, Donnie worked as a Game Developer and Lead Game Designer at TCVR Gaming and Tentworks Interactive, respectively. In these roles, they led the development of VR games and business-building tycoon games, and collaborated with artists and developers to ensure clear communication and high-quality design principles. Currently, Donnie is working as a Game Designer at Level Ex.

Donnie Holstrom completed their high school education at Oakton High School from 2007 to 2011. Following this, they pursued their Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree in Computer Game Design from George Mason University, which they successfully accomplished from 2011 to 2016.