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