Dylan Buchanan
Staffordshire-based graduate Games Developer and Tutor always looking for new challenges and innovative ways to grow!
About Me!
Hi there 👋
Hi, I'm Dylan, a Graduate Games Developer and Course Lead specialising in Unreal Engine development using both C++ and Blueprints.
I graduated from Staffordshire University with a First-Class BSc (Hons) in Computer Games Development and currently work as a Course Lead at Software Academy UK. In this role, I design Unreal Engine projects, develop educational content, create video tutorials, and collaborate with a team of course leads to deliver NCFE-accredited game development courses.
Alongside my professional work, I enjoy building personal projects that explore gameplay systems, UI development, and game architecture. My experience ranges from solo-developed mobile games to leading programming teams on indie collaborative projects.
Technologies I work with most frequently include Unreal Engine 5, C++, Blueprints, and Git. I also have experience with Unity & C#, Python, React, and TypeScript.
I'm currently seeking opportunities to contribute to ambitious game projects as an Unreal Engine Developer, whether that be gameplay programming, UI development, or tools programming.
Experience
What have I done?
Education
Staffordshire University
2023 - 2025
• BSc (Hons) Games Development
First Class
South Staffs College
2022 - 2023
• HNC in Creative Media Design - Games Development
Distinction
South Staffs College
2020 - 2022
• UAL Level 3 Diploma in Creative Media Design
Distinction
Work
AliCodeMakers 🌐
Unreal Engine Developer - Community Project
May 2026 - Present
• Develop modular gameplay systems for a community-driven Unreal Engine project.
• Collaborate within a team of developers using Git source control workflows
• Work within rapid development cycles to implement community-selected mechanics and features
Software Academy
Course Lead - 3D Games Design & Development
Aug 2025 - Present
• Promoted from Tutor to Course Lead within 9 months of joining the academy.
• Lead the development of NCFE-accredited Unreal Engine curriculum and educational projects.
• Designed and developed 6 Unreal Engine projects used within accredited courses (under NDA).
• Create tutorials, documentation, and learning resources.
• Collaborate with a team of Course Leads to maintain teaching standards and course quality.
• Manage multiple content development projects while consistently meeting production deadlines.
Tutor - 3D Games Design & Development
Nov 2024 - Aug 2025
• Delivered NCFE-accredited Unreal Engine courses to over 100 students aged 8–16.
• Provided technical support, mentoring, and project guidance to students and staff.
• Assessed student progress and supported learners through the completion of full game projects.
Contact Me!
Feel free to reach out to me via any of the links below!
