Eric Hamel

Assistant Professor

Affiliated Departments

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Eric Hamel is a storyteller who's interested in utilizing audio and music to create innovative, interactive experiences that are intertwined with gameplay. His work can be played on PC, mobile devices, X-Box, PS4, and the Nintendo Switch. As an avid game audio and game design speaker, he has previously presented at IndieCade, the Game Developer's Conference, BostonFIG Talks, Interactive Audio Montreal, and Game Audio Boston.

Courses Taught (5)

Unity for Musicians

GAIM-201

Introduction to Game and Interactive Media Scoring

GAIM-271

Scoring for Interactive Media

GAIM-371

Advanced Scoring for Interactive Media

GAIM-471

Senior Portfolio in Game and Interactive Media Scoring

GAIM-489

Career Highlights

Composer, sound designer, and game designer
Cofounder of Boston-based indie game studio Worthing & Moncreiff
Clients and industry experience include Electronic Arts, Fatloot Games, Oneiric Entertainment, Tusgi Studio, and others
A founding co-organizer of Game Audio Boston

Awards

Nominee, TIGA Game Industry Award (Best Heritage Game, Worthing & Moncrieff: Austen Translation), 2018
Nominee, Independent Reviewers of New England (IRNE) Award for Best Sound Design, 2017
Nominee, TIGA Game Industry Award (Best Puzzle Game, Worthing & Moncrieff: A Matter of Murder), 2017

In Their Own Words

"Writing adaptive music for video games is an exciting and engaging challenge because it requires both the right and left brain. It is equal parts artistry and engineering. Embracing advancements in technology is key to innovating in this art form."