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Michael Steffen is an Associate Professor of Game Design & Interactive Media at the Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts, Biola University. He combines expertise in filmmaking and software development to lead the Game Design program, focusing on technical and narrative training. Prior roles include creative direction at Lantern Tower Games, development work at Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and Sony Pictures, and course design at John Paul the Great Catholic University and San Diego Mesa College.
- Education:
- MFA in Interactive Media, University of Southern California
- B.A. in Computer Science, University of California, San Diego
His research spans volumetric video, virtual production, motion capture, and innovative game mechanics for narrative communication. Steffen’s work emphasizes integrating Christian themes into game development, reflecting his affiliation with the Christian Game Developers Community and Imladris.
As an award-winning filmmaker, he bridges cinematic storytelling with interactive media. His expertise includes filmography, media interviews, level design, iterative production, and faith integration in digital platforms. Steffen contributes to academic governance as a member of the Faculty Senate.
