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Award-Winning Video Game Designer

Mackey McCandlish Speaking Fee: $10,000 and Below

Award-Winning Video Game Designer

Speaker Profile Thumbnail for Mackey McCandlish
Speaking Fee:
$10,000 and Below

Travels From:
LAX - Los Angeles (All Airports)

Primary Topic Category:
Technology

Secondary Topic Category:
Creativity and Innovation

 

Mackey McCandlish Speaker Profile: At A Glance

Mackey McCandlish is a video game designer. Mackey began his career in 2005 and has worked for companies such as Infinity Ward, Raven Software, Treyarch, n-Space, Activision Blizzard, Activison, Aspyr, Square Enix, Active, Respawn Entertainment, Electronic Arts, Aspyr Media, Activision, Beenox and High Moon Studios. His first game was Call of Duty 2 which was released 17 years ago. The best game Mackey contributed to was Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare. Mackey's latest work is Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (2019).

Mackey McCandlish is a seasoned video game designer with a prolific career spanning nearly two decades. Mackey's introduction to the gaming world began in 2005, where he quickly made his mark with his contributions to the iconic Call of Duty franchise. His first project was Call of Duty 2, a game that helped solidify his reputation as a talented designer in the highly competitive gaming industry. Mackey has collaborated with some of the industry's most renowned companies, including Infinity Ward, Raven Software, Treyarch, and Respawn Entertainment, to name a few. Each stop along his career path has allowed him to refine his skills and explore new creative horizons. His work with Activision Blizzard and Electronic Arts has particularly been notable, allowing him to contribute to blockbuster titles and work with top-tier talent. One of Mackey's most celebrated contributions is to Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare. This game is widely regarded as one of the greatest in the Call of Duty series, praised for its innovative gameplay and engaging storytelling. Mackey's design expertise played a crucial role in shaping a game that not only delighted players worldwide but also set a benchmark in the first-person shooter genre. In recent years, Mackey continued to leave his mark on the industry with his work on Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (2019). This project symbolized a return to form, marrying nostalgia with cutting-edge design principles. It demonstrated Mackey's ability to adapt to changing industry trends while maintaining the core elements that have made his projects successful. Throughout his career, Mackey McCandlish has demonstrated a unique blend of creative vision, technical skill, and a passion for storytelling. These qualities have made him not just a valuable team member but a leader in the evolution of modern video games. His journey continues to inspire budding designers and gamers alike, as he remains a prominent figure in crafting the future of interactive entertainment.
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