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DOUGLAS MILLS
7434 Auburn Oaks Ct. #142, Citrus Heights, CA 95610 • 916.878.0106 • [email protected]
PUBLISHED WORK
Let There Be Light Lightside Inc. (Facebook / iPad Game) Expected 2014
Noah’s Ark Lightside Inc. (Facebook Game) 2013
Journey of Jesus Chapter One Lightside Inc. (iPad Interactive Children’s Storybook) 2013
Light the Way: THE BIBLE The History Channel, Lightside Inc. (Facebook / iPad Game) 2013
Journey of Jesus: The Calling Lightside Inc. (Facebook Game) 2012
Journey of Moses Lightside Inc. (Facebook Game) 2011
“Ezekiel’s Bones” Metonym Literary Journal, Vol. 1 (Poetry, Print) Spring 2011
SELECTED HIGHLIGHTS
Ambitious, creative and captivating writer with a wide range of experience and expertise.
• Published work experienced by over 5 million people worldwide, including translations in 14 languages.
• Editorial experience.
• Professional-quality writing samples in most mediums: screenplay, fiction, poetry, branding copy, non-fiction.
• Expertise in all areas of computer use.
• Wide skill set includes: storytelling, web design, training employees, programming, Accounts Receivable, medical billing, real estate property management, and Biblical history.
• Comfortable with public speaking.
• Flexible and team-oriented.
• Coachable. Always willing to learn and improve.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Lead Story Writer, Jr. Game Designer, Translator Liaison
Lightside Games. (Mountain View, California) Fall 2011 – Present
Crafts the story and characters for social computer games and interactive books for children. Writes dialog, game text, and animated cutscenes for social games. Very comfortable wearing “many hats” at once. Advises company members on storytelling and navigating the subculture of our targeted customer demographic. Designs blueprints for game levels, builds and programs game levels, integrates game story with gameplay for a seamless user experience. Collaborates with CEO, Art Director, Lead Game Designers, and Producer to mold products with a cohesive vision and a powerful message. Manages worldwide team of translators.
Freelance Writing Consultant
Self-Employed. Spring 2011 – Present
Editorial Staff Member, Reader, Copy Editor, Web Developer
Metonym Literary Journal. http://www.metonymjournal.org (Rocklin, California) 2011 – 2012
Volume 2. Released Spring 2012.
During editorial meetings, contributed thoughts and voted on layout, budget, website, accepted writers, submission recruitment, and marketing. Read submissions and decided collaboratively what was acceptable to include in the journal according to the journal’s philosophy, submission guidelines and quality standards. Edited and proofread portions of the journal that were editorial pieces written by members of the Editorial Staff. Designed and set up website to be used as a landing portal for writers and readers interested in the journal.
Web Developer, Security Staff
Retro Media Group. http://www.clubretro.net (Roseville, California) 2011
Designed websites for Club Retro concert venues in four California locations. Provided customer service and safety for youth in loud, chaotic environments. Collaborated with bands and staff to ensure concerts ran smoothly.
Medical Biller, Office Assistant
Central California Neurology. (Rocklin, California) 2008 – Oct 2011
Facilitated the mailing and verified payment for patient claims. Trained new employees. Made calls to insurance providers concerning patient claims. Managed financial data in QuickBooks.
Property Maintainer, Office Assistant
DMA Properties. (Rocklin, California) 2008 – 2010
Showed homes to potential renters. Maintained vacant properties. Entered financial data into QuickBooks.
Software Tester, Technical Support, Product Shipping Assistant
Digital Praise. (Fremont, California) 2006
EDUCATION
Rothberg International School, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem Summer 2011
Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing, William Jessup University 2012
Bachelor of Arts in Bible and Theology, William Jessup University 2012
Writing Samples available upon request.
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