Benjamin Jelter

Benjamin Jelter is an Adjunct Instructor in the Division of Communication & Creative Media at Champlain College, specializing in Game Art and Design. He holds a dual role as an academic and independent game developer, with a focus on creating immersive pixel art-driven games and narratives. His work spans video games, graphic novels, and digital tools.

• Affiliations: Champlain College, Department of Game Art Major.
• Key Projects: Lead artist/designer on Unearthed (2024), The Machine (2022), and the Metamorphosis Collection (2023).
• Expertise: Game mechanics design, pixel art, horror narratives, and indie game development.

His research interests include the intersection of storytelling and interactivity, with a focus on constrained platforms like Game Boy. Jelter's work often explores dystopian themes, sci-fi, and psychological horror.

Awards: None explicitly listed, though his games have received critical acclaim in indie circles.

Grants/Advising: No formal grants mentioned; primarily self-funded and collaboratively developed projects.

Labs/Teams: Collaborates with developers like Gumpy Function and Lunchz (music).