Davis Scherer
Farmersville
Summary
A dedicated Associate Producer with 13 years of experience in the video game industry. Proficient in communication, organization, and helping developers achieve their goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Producer
id Software
Richardson, TX
05.2022 - 07.2026
- Use of JIRA and ShotGrid to create gantt charts for tracking of development schedules.
- Creation of better communication facilitation for various interdepartmental disciplines.
- Compiling notes from regular standup and meetings for distribution to larger development group.
- Assisting department leads with prioritization of tasks and bug for their disciplines.
Senior QA Tester II
id Software
Richardson, TX
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Create and track testing cycles for certification.
- Review and critique completed Jira tasks for testing Sony Technical Requirement Checks.
- Review certification bugs entered into the database for quality.
Senior QA Tester
id Software
Richardson, TX
06.2016 - 12.2021
- Design test plans and testing procedures.
- Monitor bug resolution efforts.
- Plan test schedules or strategies in accordance with project scope or delivery dates.
- Review software documentation to ensure technical accuracy.
- Conduct software compatibility tests with programs, hardware, network environments.
Embedded QA Tester
id Software
Richardson, Texas
09.2014 - 05.2016
- Participate in product design reviews to provide input on functional requirements, product designs, schedules, or potential problems.
- Provide feedback and recommendations to developers on software usability and functionality.
Contract QA Tester
id Software
Richardson, Texas
10.2013 - 09.2014
- Document test procedures to ensure replicability and compliance with standards.
- Document software defects, using a bug tracking system, and report defects to developers.
Education
Arts and Technology
University of Texas at Dallas
Richardson, TX12-2012
Skills
- Jira
- ShotGrid/Flow Production Tracking
- Use of idStudio and the idTech engine
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access
- Existence knowledge regarding the current generation of gaming consoles including Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and Nintendo Switch, PC and Mobile
- Understanding of of certification practices of First Party Publishers including Microsoft, Sony, and Nintendo
Timeline
Associate Producer
id Software
05.2022 - 07.2026
Senior QA Tester II
id Software
12.2021 - 05.2022
Senior QA Tester
id Software
06.2016 - 12.2021
Embedded QA Tester
id Software
09.2014 - 05.2016
Contract QA Tester
id Software
10.2013 - 09.2014
Arts and Technology
University of Texas at Dallas