Tim Dawson
Tim Dawson is a BAFTA winning narrative designer, game developer and co-founder of Brisbane indie game studio Witch Beam. Beginning his games career in Adelaide, Tim worked as an animator at multiple Australian game studios including Team Bondi, Pandemic and Sega Studios Australia, contributing to releases on consoles and handhelds. After co-founding his own studio in 2013, Tim helped create and release three award winning titles, including Witch Beam’s breakout success, Unpacking.
Courses and Content
Jan29
Story Forum Online
8:00PM - 9:00PM (PST)
Narrative Innovations: Personal Storytelling in the Indie Game Landscape
With: Abhi and 4 more
Narrative Innovations: Personal Storytelling in the Indie Game Landscape
January 29, 2026
8:00PM - 9:00PM (PST)
8:00PM - 9:00PM (PST)
With: Abhi, Julián Cordero, Tim Dawson, Wren Brier and Erica Elson
In this comprehensive panel featuring the artists behind several innovative indie games, you’ll hear a wide range of perspectives on narrative design, worldbuilding, and what goes into making a great game.
Sundance Institute's Story Forum: Online Event Registration
Join us from anywhere on January 29–30 for 15+ immersive online sessions. Explore the cutting edge of independent filmmaking through deep dives into virtual production, documentary ethics, and sustainable independent workflows.