Brendan Hesse is a versatile writer, artist, and designer who has leveraged his talents to carve out a career in the gaming and tech industries. He has amassed a wealth of experience by holding staff and freelance positions at reputable publications like Digital Trends, Lifehacker, Electronic Gaming Monthly, and IGN, where he provided gaming criticism, A/V and mobile tech reviews, and advocacy for data security. Brendan studied for a Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) in Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia at Oregon State University, where he also held positions such as Lead Writing Assistant and Digital Editor for Prism Art and Literary Magazine. Apart from his work in journalism and writing, Brendan is a skilled illustrator, and his natural aptitude for technology has made him an outstanding designer too.