Lilian Millers
I'm a game developer, working mostly on Unity. I've studied film music and I've been interested in game making since I was young.
I particularly enjoy making connections between the art that comprises a game and its systems. I take pleasure in creating tools that facilitate game production and setting up systems and pipelines that will drive the project until its release.
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I have a particular affinity for 2D games, souls-like games, physics-based experiences, hardcore gaming, and dark/cryptic universes. I'm drawn to games that offer a strong gameplay experience and showcase original artistic expression.
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In addition to my work as a game developer, I am a co-founder of Mazurka Studio, an indie game studio that is currently working on its first indie game, "DARUMA."
Lyon - FRANCE
Work experiences
2023 June- Now
Working at SunnyLab as Game Developer.
2022 - Now
Working on the first Mazurka Studio indie game "DARUMA" as co-founder/game director.
In early 2022, the project "DARUMA" was born from a game jam entry. I collaborated with 2D artist Antoine Perrenot and sound artists Victor Malcey & Valentin Petiteau to create the game prototype. Currently, the game is in production, and we have come together as Mazurka Studio.
2021 Sept - 2023 June
Working at Slowmo studio as gameplay programmer.
I'm gameplay programmer at Slowmo Studio. My responsibilities include developing games from concept to publishing, either as a solo developer or in a small team. While project timelines are short, games are often focused on a single gameplay concept. I handle ideation, prototyping, release, advertising, and publishing.
2019 - 2021
Freelance composer, sound designer and sound integrator.
During my master's degree, I started working as a freelancer. I worked on various projects such as original short films and student works as a sound designer, composer, or sound integrator. Currently, I am focusing on game development and technical art. While I still integrate sound into games and create sound effects, I no longer compose music.
Skills
Native
Usual
- Versatile developer : As a versatile developer, I have a strong knowledge of Unity and have experience working on a variety of projects. I'm used to work alone so I'm comfortable working on different aspects of game development, from core systems to UI, and I'm always eager to lend my help when I can. I'm thirsty for learning and willing to step out of my comfort zone.
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- Gameplay programmer : Gameplay programming is a significant part of my experience, as I have worked on lots of hyper-casual game concepts. I'm used to prototyping games and iterating on the game experience.
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- Sound integration : I enjoy integrating sound and interactive music into games and have even built some custom tools to work with Unity and FMOD. I written my master thesis on the music integration pipeline. Additionally, I'm used to work with sound engines and DAWs.
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- Tools and pipelines : I really like making tools to improve production times and facilitate creation. I lack opportunities to create some, but I would like to be able to specialize in creating tools for Unity. On the DARUMA project, I was responsible for setting up all project pipelines, and I found it to be an enjoyable experience. I am eager for another opportunity to explore the creative process and push the technical boundaries of a project.
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- Technical art : I'm constantly seeking to improve my skills in areas such as shader writing, particle systems, and rendering techniques. Through experimentation, I have developed modest experience with URP 2D and even built a custom render pipeline for DARUMA.
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- Sound design and mix : I have learn during my studies to mix sound, and create sound effects. I don't practice enough but it's very useful for placeholder.
Languages :
- C# : Very good practice.
-Hlsl : Good foundation.
Other useful skills :
| Art integration | Level bulding | UI | Gameplay ideation | Publishing for android | Advertising |
| Video editing | Image editing | Blender basics | Game documents writing |
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Softwares I work with
Unity
Wwise
FMOD
JetBrain rider
Visual Studio
Unreal
Draw.io
Photoshop
Premiere Pro
InDesign
Blender
Ableton
Notion
Github
Education
2019 - 2021
Master MAAAV - Lyon France
Master degree in Film scoring, sound design and mix.
During my master's degree, I gained valuable knowledge about professional projects. Through various projects, I further expanded my desire to pursue video game development. It was during these studies that I realized the connection between my passion for video games, music, and art in general. By integrating sound into games, I gained a deeper understanding of the systems that govern video games and was able to apply my coding skills to create my first games.
2016 - 2019
Musicology Jean Monnet - Saint Étienne France
Three-year university degree in Musicology.
During those years, I learned a lot about music history, music theory, and harmony. It was during this time that I became fascinated with classical music and discovered the works of Bach, Ravel, Debussy, and other musical aesthetics. This period was instrumental in shaping my sound and visual universe, which still influences my personal projects today. I also studied composition, orchestration and piano at conservatory.
2016
High School - Tournon France
High School diploma, scientific and maths option.
A basic High-School diploma.
List of all works
As game developer :
Now - DARUMA - 2D Hardcore Platformer for Windows => See more...
2023 - Downhill Bike - Racing hypercasual game for Android => Store page...
2023 - Castle Attack! - Puzzle hypercasual game for Android => Store page...
2022 - City Defense - Tower Defense hypercasual game for Android and Apple => Store page...
2022 - Stick Them All! - FPS hypercasual game for Android => Store page...
2022 - Balls&Bricks - Idle hypercasual game for Android => Store page...
2022 - Ragdoll Rope - Puzzle hypercasual game for Android => Store page...
2022 - State Invasion - Strategy hypercasual game for Android => Store page...
2022 - Tile Run - Runner hypercasual game for Android => Store page...
2022 - Grab Master - Platformer hypercasual game for Android => Store page...
2021 - Swing Destroyer - Puzzle hypercasual game for Android => Store page...
2021 - Swing Pusher - Clicker hypercasual game for Android => Store page...
2021 - Shooter Royale - FPS hypercasual game for Android => Store page...
2021 - Climb Wheels - Racing hypercasual game for Android => Store page...
2021 - Vacuum Destroyer - Runner hypercasual game for Android => Store page...
2021 - Wait! - Game jam 2D runner mobile game => See more...
2020 - Classroom - Game jam 2D game => See more...
2020 - Falafel - Ironic game jam game => See more...
2020 - A Crow's Yarn - Metroidvania project (canceled) => See more...
As composer :
2021 - L'ombre du faucon noir - Music for a live medieval show by Pierrick Chilloux => Listen...
2021 - Bien à toi, Mozart - Film music for Morgane Perez's short film => Watch...
2021 - Bravo! - Film music for T.V kids program in collaboration with Emile Cohl art school => Watch...
2021 - Game Over - Film scoring for Bellecour School's short film => Listen...
2020 - La Morts, triptyque - Choir original creation for the museum of Lyon - France => Listen...
2020 - Le Tomatier - Film scoring for Manon Souza's short film => Listen...
2020 - L'incolore Tzukuru Tazaki et ses années de pèlerinages - Game scoring for Julie Mercier's short game => Listen...
2020 - Le Mystère de la Chambre Jaune - Game scoring for student short game => Listen...
2020 - A Crow's Yarn - Metroidvania project (canceled) => See more...
As sound designer / sound integration :
Now - DARUMA - FMOD integration -2D Hardcore Platformer for Windows => See more...
2021 - Wait! - Game Jam 2D runner mobile game => See more...
2021 - Bien à toi, Mozart - Foley and mix for Morgane Perez's short film => Watch...
2021 - Bravo! - Foley and mix for T.V kids program in collaboration with Emile Cohl art school => Watch...
2020 - Le Tomatier - Foley and mix for Manon Souza's short film => Watch...
2020 - Charogne - Foley, Wwise integration and mix for Julien Plasse's short game
2020 - Liam99 - FMOD integration for early protoype of Naglfar's game => Website...
2020 - Kiyohime - Wwise integration for Emile Cohl student game
2020 - Classroom - Game Jam 2D game => See more...
2020 - A Crow's Yarn - Metroidvania project (canceled) => See more...