Hi, I’m
Zander van Beest van Andel
Extended Reality Developer
Pretoria,GP
Summary
Experienced game designer and 3D animator with a strong background in designing and developing applications for extended reality technologies. Collaborated on numerous extended reality projects over 7 years, showcasing self-motivation and dedication to delivering high-quality work. Passionate and hardworking coder who excels at creating customized experiances prioritizing accessibility and comfort. Adept at managing multiple deadlines concurrently with an organized approach. Consistently promotes best practices in extendered reality design leveraging active knowledge of the current technology landscape.
Overview
13
years of professional experience
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
University of PretoriaPretoria, Gauteng
Software Developer
01.2025 - Current
Job overview
- Developed software for desktop and XR systems.
- Improved software efficiency by troubleshooting and resolving coding issues.
- Saved time and resources by identifying and fixing bugs before product deployment.
- Updated old code bases to modern development standards, improving functionality.
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
- Optimized application performance by conducting regular code reviews and refactoring when necessary.
- Participated in software field testing to verify performance of developed projects.
- Created proofs of concept for innovative new solutions.
University of PretoriaPretoria, Gauteng
Junior XR Developer
10.2021 - 12.2024
Job overview
- As a Junior XR Developer I work as a jack of all trades working on XR technologies mainly in Unreal engine
- As a two man team I have to work on everything from 3D modeling, shader, interaction to server coding
- My strength is on the visual side.
- Continuously updated skills through self-study—staying current on industry trends and emerging technologies.
- Adapted quickly to new technologies and programming languages, enhancing overall team productivity.
- Designed and developed forward-thinking systems that meet user needs and improve productivity.
- Corrected, modified and upgraded software to improve performance.
- Created proofs of concept for innovative new solutions.
- Tested and deployed scalable and highly available software products.
University of Pretoria
Virtual reality Lab Assistant
06.2017 - 09.2021
Job overview
- As a VR Lab Assistant I developed and maintaind VR application for a CAVE system
- As the only developer the I had to do everything in the develepment pipline from start to finished product
- Mainly worked in Unity but started switching over to Unreal engine in 2020 using nDisplay.
- Improved VR Center through regular inspection, updates and maintenance of equipment insurering a seamless experiance.
Excelsior Akademie
E.D.G and Art class assistant
02.2013 - 12.2013
Job overview
- Provided individualized support to struggling students, leading to significant improvements in their academic performance.
- Assisted lead teacher in preparing classrooms for standardized testing sessions while adhering strictly to established guidelines and protocols.
- Managed classroom materials and resources to ensure a safe and organized learning environment for all students.
Education
The Open Window School of Visual CommunicationCenturion, South Africa
Bachelor of Arts Honours in Visual Communication from Specialisation in 3D Animation And Game Design
01.2018 - 01.2021
The Open Window School of Visual CommunicationCenturion, South Africa
Bachelor of Film Arts from Specialisation in 3D Animation And Game Design
01.2014 - 04.2017
Skills
Programming
Software Development
Performance Optimization
Problem-Solving
Testing and debugging
Application Programming
User Experience Design
Unity 5 game engine
Unreal engine 4
Visual Studio
Virtualization
Blender
Autodesk 3DS max
Autodesk Mudbox
Meshlab
Substance Painter
Quixel Mixer
Razom UV
Adobe Photoshop CC 2021
Adobe After Effects CC 2021
Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2021
Adobe InDesign CC 2021
Personal Information
- Age: 31
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: South African
Portfolio
https://zandervbeestva.wixsite.com/portfolio, https://www.artstation.com/zandervanbeestvanandel9
Schoolattended
Excelsior Akademie, Rooihuiskraal, Centurion, Grade 12 (matric), 2012
Training
- Animation and Game Design Workshop, The Open Window School of Visual Communication, 07/2013
- 3D Studio max - basic, The Open Window School of Visual Communication, 04/2013 - 05/2013
Timeline
Software Developer
University of Pretoria
01.2025 - Current
Junior XR Developer
University of Pretoria
10.2021 - 12.2024
The Open Window School of Visual Communication
Bachelor of Arts Honours in Visual Communication from Specialisation in 3D Animation And Game Design
01.2018 - 01.2021
Virtual reality Lab Assistant
University of Pretoria
06.2017 - 09.2021
The Open Window School of Visual Communication
Bachelor of Film Arts from Specialisation in 3D Animation And Game Design
01.2014 - 04.2017
E.D.G and Art class assistant
Excelsior Akademie
02.2013 - 12.2013