Samantha Ivonne Ortiz

Collaborative and creative narrative designer and writer focused on developing compelling stories with lively, diverse characters.

About Me

Hello! I’m currently a Narrative Designer for Bad Robot Games. My previous credits include: Writer and Consultant for Date Everything, Narrative Designer for Neon White and Writer for Neurodiver. I also work on independent games and projects that can be seen on Steam and itch.io!

I studied Computer Science at Trinity University with a minor in Creative Writing. This allowed me to combine my passion for tech with my love of writing. After interning with Merge VR in San Antonio, Texas, I realized games was where I was meant to be. I have worked in many genres of games from point-and-click to first-person shooters, and I find that I learn something new with every project.

When I’m not working in games, you can find me writing short stories, walking my dog, or taking photos!

 

Awards & Distinctions:

  • 2025 Detours showcased at Städtische Galerie Wolfsburg art museum in Germany

  • 2024 American Writers Festival Panelist

  • 2023 Amplifying New Voices Recipient by the Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences Foundation

  • 2022 ICIDS Hops Ahead Exhibit Selection for Tamales: Con Familia. Showcased at MIT in 2023.

  • 2021 Unidos Game Jam Winner

  • 2021 IGDA Foundation Diverse Developers Fund Recipient

  • 2020 Latinos in Gaming Unidos Game Jam Finalist

  • 2020 Code Coven Incubator Program Recipient

  • 2020 International Game Developer Association Foundation Velocity Recipient