“It’s ya boi” — Ash, while making this site.
I’m Ash Duong (they/them)
An out and proud genderqueer individual, I strive to create experiences that feel silky smooth to captivate the hearts of folks around the world.
I majored in Game Design at DigiPen Institute of Technology, with a heavy focus on UI/UX Design and prototyping. After an internship with Zynga, where I put my rapid prototyping and UI skills to work in assisting their teams with small-scale gameplay explorations, I joined my team at Bungie (balancing my day job with schoolwork).
Since then, I’ve been given so many opportunities to learn and gain mastery in my craft, quickly ramping up on responsibility and feature work and shipping multiple ‘back-of-the-box’ features.
I want to collaborate with other individuals and empower them. Give me an environment with equal parts brainstorming and puzzle solving, and I’m a happy camper. If you show me vague prompts, tight constraints or unexpected pivots, I’ll bring solutions to the table. I strive to bring positive energy and bond with those around me, break down communication barriers, and seek the best of what we can muster.
I want to continue to mentor and teach others in any way I can, and especially uplift those who are passionate about getting into the industry. As a semi-recent student, the mentorship that I received was invaluable, and I know firsthand how much it can make or break someone’s path to success.
Outside of work, I enjoy expanding my knowledge of game development, having recently started delving into indie projects, learning technical art skills, scripting, sound design, and more. I also love to bake and cook, and listen to a wide variety of music.