Vivendi Universal Games
Industry: Video game company
DescriptionVivendi Games was an American video game publisher and holding company based in Torrance, California. The company was founded in 1996 as CUC Software, the publishing subsidiary of CUC International, after the latter acquired video game companies Davidson & Associates and Sierra On-Line. Defunct: July 10, 2008 Headquarters: Paris, France Founded: 1993, Los Angeles, CA Parent organizations: Vivendi, Activision Blizzard, Cendant, CUC International Subsidiaries: Knowledge Adventure, Massive Entertainment, Radical Entertainment
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Vivendi Universal Games Employees
Warner Bros. Entertainment Group of Companies May 2015 - Present
IMAX May 2011 - May 2015
IMAX May 2011 - May 2015
Geek Squad September 2007 - January 2012
Vivendi Universal Games July 2005 - August 2007
Skills
Knowledge in Microsfot..., Bilingual-Spanish and..., Excellent Communication..., Problem Solving -..., Familiar with a wide..., Troubleshooting, Operating Systems, Technical Support, Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange, VMware ESX, Networking, Help Desk Support, Laptops, Customer Service, Computer Hardware, Windows, Windows Server, Hardware
Education
California State University-Northridge 2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Science Degree, Management, Information Systems
El Camino College 2007 — 2009
Associate's Degree, Business Administration
Create Healing March 2009 - Present
Northwest Reiki Association June 2008 - February 2009
Vivendi Universal Games April 1999 - July 2006
Skills
Wellness, Public Speaking, Lifestyle, Coaching, Reiki, Teaching, Energy Healing, Holistic Health, Healing, Alternative Medicine, Chakra Balancing, Crystal Healing, Energy Work, Pain Management, Stress Management, Lifestyle Coaching, Chronic Pain, Wellbeing
Education
Cleveland State University
Microsoft August 2015 - Present
Warner Bros. Entertainment Group of Companies November 2009 - August 2015
Heavy Iron Studios / THQ June 2008 - October 2009
Vivendi Universal Games August 2007 - May 2008
The Collective / F9E March 2006 - July 2007
Ubisoft Montreal August 1997 - February 2006
Skills
Game Design, Gameplay, Xbox 360, Video Games, Game Development, PS3, Computer Games, Game Mechanics, Level Design, Console, Multiplayer, Interactive..., Concept Design, Unreal Engine 3, Xbox, Wii, Game Balance, Social Games, Mobile Games, Video Game Production, Cinematics, MMO, Playstation, Online Gaming, Casual Games, Monetization, Traditional Animation, World Building, Game Art, MMORPG, Cross-platform..., Texture Artist, Gameplay Systems, PC Games, PSP, Console Games, Storyboarding, Script Doctoring, User Experience, User Interface Design, Creative Direction
Education
Concordia University 1992 — 1996
Communication Studies, Specialization in Film Production
Champlain College 1989 — 1992
Creative Arts
Sony DADC June 2005 - Present
Sony Pictures Entertainment April 2004 - June 2005
Matsushita Disc Services Corporation June 2002 - April 2004
Mattel November 2001 - June 2002
Panasonic Disc Services Corporation July 2001 - November 2001
Vivendi Universal Games April 2001 - July 2001
Mattel Interactive September 1999 - March 2001
Mattel Interactive September 1999 - March 2001
Skills
Quality Assurance, Software Quality..., Quality Control, Quality Management, Editing, Figure Drawing, Test Planning, Software Documentation, Testing, Dvd, Process Improvement, Software Development, Digital Media, Team Leadership, Business Process..., Video Games, Sound, VOD, Video, Online Gaming, Bug Tracking, Test Cases
Education
UCLA 1997 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature/Letters
El Camino College 1992 — 1997
Associate of Arts (A.A.), General Studies
The Exploris School July 2010 - Present
Vivendi Universal Games September 2000 - July 2007
Republic Pictures/Spelling Entertainment January 1994 - August 2000
Audio Renaissance/Jeremy P. Tarcher Publishing 1990 - 1993
Dove Audio 1988 - 1990
Education
Emerson College 1982 — 1986
Bachelor's Degree, Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
RateABull Publishing October 2008 - Present
Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment November 2006 - August 2008
Millersfield Productions November 2005 - November 2006
Vivendi Universal Games March 2004 - October 2005
Vivendi Universal Games July 2005 - August 2005
Millersfield Productions October 2001 - September 2002
Disney Channel June 2000 - October 2001
Rocket Science Productions November 1999 - January 2000
Disney TeleVentures August 1998 - December 1999
Skills
On-camera Hosting, Television Producing, Directing, Promo Production, Voiceovers, Published Author
Education
Beloit College 1990 — 1994
Bachelor's degree, Theater Arts, Pychology
Knause Productions September 2003 - Present
Innovative Stage Consultants September 2006 - Present
Fourth Dimension Events February 2009 - Present
ELS November 2006 - Present
AV Concepts October 2010 - Present
NRG Staging November 2010 - Present
Icarus Rigging February 2008 - Present
Tigar Hare Animation Studios November 2008 - January 2009
Vivendi Universal Games June 2006 - October 2006
Square Enix August 2005 - November 2005
Skills
Modeling, 3D Studio Max, 3D Modeling, 3D rendering, Maya, Photoshop, After Effects, 3D visualization, Rigging, Lighting, Computer Graphics, UV mapping, Texture Artist, Dreamweaver, Digital Illustration, Flash, Sculpture, Illustrator, Adobe Fireworks, Photo Realistic..., Web Design, Photography, Digital Photography, Digital Imaging, Texture Painting, Team Leadership, Character Rigging, Character Modelling, Animation
Education
Art Institute of Phoenix 2010 — 2012
Bachelor's Degree, Media Arts & Animation, 3.7
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Media Arts & Animation
Disney Interactive Studios April 2008 - Present
Knowledge Adventure January 1997 - April 2008
Vivendi Universal Games January 2001 - February 2004
M.E.G Studio January 1997 - December 1999
Motion Analysis Studios May 1995 - June 1995
INS Techonolodgy February 1994 - September 1994
Skills
Maya, Texturing, Unity3D, Zbrush, Mudbox, Photoshop, UV mapping, 3D Modeling, Low Poly Modeling, Unreal Engine 3, Character Modelling, 3D rendering, Normal Mapping, User Interface, Mobile Game Development, World Building, Social Games, Game Mechanics, Unreal Editor, Environment Art, 3D, ZBrush, UV Mapping, 3D Rendering, Game Design, Game Development
Education
ArtCenter College of Design 1994 — 1995
Transportation/ Product Design
California State University-Long Beach 1991 — 1994
Transportation/ Product Design
California State University-Northridge 1996 — 1997
BA, Computer Graphics
Edelman September 2014 - Present
Edelman 2011 - August 2014
UCLA February 2006 - August 2011
FreshPR 2003 - August 2011
Vivendi Universal Games 2001 - 2003
Ruder Finn 1999 - 2001
Juno Online Services 1996 - 1997
Cornell University Cinema 1992 - 1995
Skills
Media Relations, Corporate Communications, Crisis Communications, Press Releases, Public Relations, Internal Communications, Journalism, Strategic Communications, Publicity, Editing, Newsletters, Event Management, Copywriting, Speech Writing, Marketing
Education
Columbia University in the City of New York 2003 — 2003
Columbia Publishing Course
Stanford University 1995 — 1998
M.A., Modern Thought & Literature
Cornell University 1991 — 1995
B.A., English
Universidad de Puerto Rico 1994 — 1994
Certificate, Puerto Rican culture
UCLA Extension
Self-employed 2005 - Present
Sound Nightclub October 2012 - January 2014
Grapevinez July 2003 - January 2014
Muse Lifestyle Group May 2012 - April 2013
The Music Box Hollywood May 2010 - January 2012
Avalon Nightclub February 2006 - May 2010
Vivendi Universal Games March 2006 - December 2006
Wilshire Theater February 2000 - December 2003
Gap Inc./Old Navy March 1999 - March 2000
Skills
Digital Media, Digital Marketing, Digital Printing, Print, Advertising, Visual Communication, Communication Skills, Flyers, Flyer, Photoshop, Illustrator, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, HTML, Team Management, Team-oriented, Multitasking Skills, Creativity, Adobe Creative Suite, Social Media Marketing, Logo Design, Graphics Layout, Catalog Layout, Brochures, Guerrilla Marketing, Street Team Management, Street Teams
Education
Concorde Career College-North Hollywood 2006 — 2008
Associate of Science (A.S.), Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
California State University-Los Angeles 1997 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Graphic Communication Design
Beemak Plastics Inc. March 2013 - Present
PennySaverUSA.com / Harte-Hanks Shoppers March 2004 - June 2012
Pennysaver March 2004 - June 2012
Vivendi Universal Games May 2002 - March 2004
Universal Music Group January 1999 - February 2002
Skills
Advertising, Direct Mail, Account Management, Email Marketing, Direct Marketing, CRM, Advertising Sales, Competitive Analysis, Digital Marketing, Lead Generation, Management, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, New Business Development, Online Advertising, Online Marketing, SEM, Sales, Social Media Marketing, Sales Management
Education
California State University-Long Beach
Bachelor of Arts Degree, Communication Studies; Interpersonal Communication
Honeywell January 2014 - Present
Intermec by Honeywell February 2011 - January 2014
Authenticity February 2006 - November 2009
Wilkes Creative (formerly Monaghan and Company) June 2005 - February 2006
Morton Creative September 2001 - June 2005
Vivendi Universal Games August 1998 - September 2001
Vivendi Universal Games September 1997 - August 1998
Sierra Online March 1996 - September 1997
Zones 1992 - 1996
Skills
Web Design, Marketing Strategy, Project Management, Team Building, Coaching, Team Management, InDesign, Advertising, Adobe Creative Suite, User Experience, Corporate Branding, Copywriting, Video, Graphic Design, Photoshop, PowerPoint, Logo Design, Value Stream Mapping, Team Leadership, Lean Thinking, Corporate Identity, Marketing, Typography, Packaging, Photography, Illustration, Web Development, Mac, Layout, Brand Development, User Interface Design, Email Marketing, Dreamweaver, Concept Development, Interaction Design, Product Design, Illustrator, Direct Mail, Information Architecture, Icon Design, Branding & Identity, Graphics, Brochures, Creative Strategy, Catalogs, Experience Design, Design Strategy, Information Design, Visual Design, User Experience Design
Education
Central Washington University 1982 — 1986
BA, Graphic Design
Independent Media November 2011 - Present
Independent Media November 2011 - Present
Activision September 2008 - November 2011
Vivendi Universal Games March 2007 - September 2008
Sierra Entertainment March 2007 - September 2008
Skills
Sound, Post Production, Audio Post Production, Pro Tools, Graphic Design, Interactive..., Final Cut Pro, Field Recording, Cubase, Reaper, Digital Recording, Audio Engineering, Sound Forge, Bias Peak, Reason, Multimedia, Acid Pro, Game Development, Digital Audio, Premiere, DevTrack, After Effects, Video, Photoshop, PS3, Video Games, Wii, Windows & Mac operating..., Game Design, Computer Games, Flash, Xbox 360, InDesign, Illustrator, Studio Recording, Perforce, Console Games, PSP, Video Game Production, Console, Game Testing, Playstation, Multiplayer, Social Games, Xbox, Film, Unreal Engine 3, Entertainment, FMOD, ProTools
Education
Full Sail University 2003 — 2004
Recording Arts Technology, Recording Arts Technology
Georgia State University 1998 — 2001
Recording Techniques and Music Management
The Neat Company September 2015 - Present
Franklin Electronic Publishers June 2002 - March 2015
Entertainment Publications August 2001 - June 2002
Vivendi Universal Games January 1996 - January 2001
SOUNDWORKS AUDIO AND VIDEO January 1992 - January 1996
a successful video rental store January 1989 - January 1992
Skills
Strategy, Product Management, Leadership, Account Management, Product Development, Retail, Sales, Training, Budgets, Consumer Electronics, Merchandising, Product Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, Cross-functional Team..., Competitive Analysis
Education
Camden County College 1992 — 1993
Lenape High School 1978 — 1982
High School Diploma, College prep
Konami May 2008 - June 2014
Bender/Helper Impact March 2006 - July 2007
Vivendi Universal Games August 2005 - March 2006
Skills
Video Games, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Digital Marketing, Marketing, Brand Management, Digital Media, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Partnerships, Product Marketing, Online Advertising, Product Management, Integrated Marketing, Photoshop, Facebook, Management, Social Networking, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Press Releases, Social Games, Multi-channel Marketing, SEM, Casual Games, Digital Distribution, Monetization, Mobile Games
Education
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration, Management and Operations
RGP February 2013 - Present
20th Century Fox August 2007 - November 2012
Lionsgate April 2005 - August 2007
Vivendi Universal Games March 2003 - June 2004
TRW March 2002 - October 2002
pritikin longevity center 2000 - 2001
Skills
QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, Tax, Financial Reporting, Accounting, General Ledger, Financial Analysis, Accounts Receivable, Financial Accounting, Auditing, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, JD Edwards, Accounts Payable, Account Reconciliation, Variance Analysis, Budgets, Finance, Business Planning, GAAP, Management, Time Management, Financial Statements, SAP, Analysis, US GAAP, Corporate Finance, Consolidation, Accruals, Sarbanes-Oxley
Education
Ain Shams University 1994 — 1997
Bachelor Degree, Accounting
Edward Thomas Associates, Inc. 2011 - Present
Ed Phillips Consulting 2003 - 2011
Vivendi Universal Games 1998 - 2003
Park City Group 1996 - 1998
Merdian Products, Inc. 1994 - 1996
Deloitte 1987 - 1994
Skills
US GAAP, Financial Analysis, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Accounting, Internal Controls, Financial Reporting, Revenue Recognition, Strategic Financial..., Financial Accounting, Auditing, SEC filings, CPA, Due Diligence, Mergers & Acquisitions, Financial Statements, Financial Modeling, GAAP, Variance Analysis, Finance, Management, Financial Planning, SEC Filings, Business Valuation, Corporate Tax
Education
Brigham Young University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Finance
University of Utah
Master of Professional Accountancy, Accounting
Lakeshore Learning Materials September 2013 - Present
DIRECTV May 2011 - May 2013
Activision (merged with Vivendi Games in 2008) July 2008 - January 2011
Vivendi Universal Games March 2003 - July 2008
Electronic Arts July 2002 - December 2002
COPY House May 1998 - August 2002
Skills
Maya, C++, Photoshop, Management, Xbox 360, PS3, Video Games, Android, Mobile Devices, Gameplay, Computer Games, Wii, Bug Tracking, Quality Assurance, DevTrack, MMO, Game Development, PSP, Project Leadership, Database Managment, Web Testing, Game Testing, Mobile Testing, iOS, Mac OS, Tablets, Strategic Planning, Dreamweaver, Quality Center, Devtest, Jira, Bugzilla, Qzone, Linux, Windows, HTML 5, PC, Unreal Editor, C, Radiant, Test Planning, Testing, Mobile Applications, Console, Casual Games, Regression Testing, Social Games, Cross-platform..., Software Quality..., Databases
Education
Chapman University 1999 — 2002
B.S., Computer Science
Antelope Valley College 1996 — 1999
Computer Science
California State University-Fresno 1997 — 1998
B.S., Computer Science
FOX Sports February 2008 - Present
Vivendi Games November 2005 - February 2008
Vivendi Universal Games July 2003 - November 2005
Skills
10+ years of Quality..., Basic Python scripting, Basic HTML knowledge, XML Testing experience, Adobe CQ5/AEM testing..., Responsive Design..., Black Box - Mobile..., Basic Java / Object..., JIRA, Casual Games, Quality Assurance, Project Management, Video Games, Testing, Test Planning, Gameplay, Xbox 360, Agile Project Management, Networking, Leadership, XML, Software Quality...
Education
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona 1998 — 2003
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Computer Science
M&M Computer Services February 2009 - Present
Digital Blue 2007 - 2009
Vivendi Universal Games November 2005 - July 2007
Skills
Bug Tracking, Bugzilla, SpiraTest, PVCS Tracker, DevTrack, Regression Testing, Black Box Testing, Manual Testing, Test Planning, Test Scripts, Cydia (Jailbroken..., Cynagoenmod (Jailbroken..., Android, iPhone, SDLC, Browsers, Mobile Devices, Mobile Applications, Google Apps, Google Docs, Performance Testing, Agile Methodologies, UI Testing, .NET, Xbox 360, Playstation, Outlook, Microsoft Office, Photoshop
Education
University of Phoenix 2007 — 2008
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Business, B
Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University 2000 — 2003
Walker + Associates Real Estate, LLC 2009 - Present
Vivendi Universal Games 2006 - 2009
Bill Silva Entertainment 2004 - 2006
Activision 1999 - 2004
Corel Corporation 1995 - 1999
Skills
Real Estate Transactions, Real Estate, Negotiation, Due Diligence
Education
Pepperdine University School of Law 1992 — 1995
Juris Doctor, Law
Drury University 1985 — 1989
Bachelor of Arts, Business Administration; Economics
Obsidian Entertainment May 2013 - Present
Nexon May 2011 - May 2013
Liquid Entertainment November 2010 - May 2011
Seven Studios June 2010 - August 2010
Vivendi Universal Games May 2005 - August 2007
Ignite Media February 2005 - May 2005
Just for Show Video February 2005 - May 2005
Skills
Video Games, Social Games, Flash, Game Prototyping, Game Development, Game Design, Mobile Games, iPhone, Gameplay, User Interface, User Interface Design, Interaction Design, Information Architecture, Communication, Teamwork, Team-oriented, Unix, Wire Framing, User Experience Design, Prototype, User Experience, Web Design, Wireframes, Project Management, Team Building, Branding & Identity, HTML 5, Storyboarding, Usability Testing, Xbox, Console, Rapid Prototyping, Flash Animation, Design Thinking, HTML, Graphic Design, Wii, Typography, Free to Play, Level Design, Concept Design, Cinematics, MMORPG, Interactive..., MMO, Casual Games, World Building, Game Mechanics
Education
Art Center College of Design
Master of Fine Art, Media Design
Loyola Marymount University
Bachelor of Art, Multimedia emphasis
Prequalified Ready Employees for Power Intl (PReP Intl) January 2009 - Present
Sadinsky & Partners, Intl. June 2000 - Present
Boy Scouts of America 2012 - Present
Vistage Charlotte 2008 - Present
Charlotte Area SHRM 2002 - Present
CASHRM 2014 - 2015
SOS Intl - System Operations Success Intl September 2002 - October 2012
Society for Applied Learning Technology 2006 - December 2010
GridSouth May 2001 - August 2002
Vivendi - Universal Games May 2000 - May 2001
Skills
Entrepreneur, Organizational..., HR Transformation, Change Management, Labor Relations, Start-ups, Management Consulting, Compliance, Entrepreneurship, Talent Management, Strategy, Marketing, Team Building, Leadership Development, Employee Training, Business Strategy, Recruiting, Leadership, Executive Coaching, Training, Program Management, Management, Energy, Human Resources, Personnel Management, Performance Management, Strategic Planning, Staff Development, Mergers & Acquisitions, Succession Planning, Coaching, Policy, Workshop Facilitation, Executive Management, Training Delivery, Organizational..., Employee Benefits, Consulting, Organizational Design, Deferred Compensation, Executive Development, Performance Improvement, Employee Engagement, Conflict Resolution, Personal Development, Culture Change, E-Learning, Career Counseling, Workforce Planning, Interviews
Education
Cornell University 1974 — 1979
BS ILR, Organization Development, Economics, Labor Relations
University of Texas at Tyler 1979 — 1981
Coursework, Clinical Psychology
Lindenhurst HS 1974 1971 — 1974
NYS Regents Diploma with Honors, Economics & PreLaw
Blizzard Entertainment August 2008 - Present
Vivendi Universal Games 2007 - 2008
Skills
Computer Games, MMO, MMORPG, Video Games
Education
California State University-Long Beach 2002 — 2006
English
Social Media Brand Solutions May 2011 - Present
MasterCard October 2013 - May 2014
Vitrue (acquired by Oracle) February 2011 - May 2011
Netbiscuits Inc. July 2009 - February 2011
MTV Networks July 2007 - January 2009
Vivendi Universal Games June 2005 - July 2006
Skills
iPhone Marketing, Social Media Engagements, Mobile Web Development, E-commerce, Facebook API, Licensing, Marketing, iPhone, Mobile Applications, Social Media, Strategic Partnerships, Engagements, Mobile Marketing, Digital Media, Social Media Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Mobile Devices, Start-ups, SaaS, Strategy, Analytics, Strategic Planning, Product Management, Business Development, Mobile Advertising, Online Advertising, Digital Marketing, Facebook, Social Networking, Digital Strategy, Mobile Internet, Advertising, Community Management, SEM, Mobile Technology, Content Strategy, Online Marketing, Lead Generation, Strategic Communications, Monetization, New Media, Web Analytics, Brand Awareness, Publishing, Interactive Marketing, Brand Development, PPC, Affiliate Marketing
Education
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo 1991 — 1994
BSBA, Marketing
King March 2015 - Present
Z2 ( Acquired by King) February 2012 - February 2015
Seattle Job Social October 2008 - January 2015
NCsoft March 2009 - March 2012
Cobalt June 2008 - March 2009
Microsoft January 2008 - June 2008
Microsoft September 2004 - December 2007
Vivendi Universal March 2002 - October 2004
Digital Artist Managment 2001 - 2003
Vivendi Universal Games 1999 - 2002
Skills
Video Games, Talent Acquisition, Online Gaming, Social Games, Social Networking, Mobile Games, Game Development, Technical Recruiting, Game Design, MMO, Applicant Tracking..., Casual Games, Performance Management, Sourcing, Recruiting, Interviews, Management, Leadership, Human Resources, Start-ups, Mobile Devices, Hiring, HR Policies, Temporary Placement, College Recruiting, Internet Recruiting, Employee Benefits, Mentoring, Program Management, Consulting, Networking, Deferred Compensation, Coaching, Account Management, Marketing, Onboarding, Change Management, Employer Branding, Talent Management, Executive Management, Search, Screening Resumes, LI Talent Solutions -..., Staffing Services, Benefits Negotiation, Contract Recruitment, Community Management, Personnel Management, Employee Training, Computer Games
Education
Capella University 2014 — 2015
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Bellevue College 1995 — 1997
Business Administration and Management, General
Lake Washington High School 1990 — 1994
High School
Exponent July 2010 - Present
Business and Legal Affairs January 2009 - September 2010
Cruise West June 2009 - October 2009
Vivendi Universal Games, Inc. January 2007 - September 2008
Vivendi Universal Games November 2001 - December 2006
Wizards of the Coast, Inc., a subsidiary of Hasbro, Inc. July 1999 - October 2001
Wizards of the Coast, Inc. January 1998 - June 1999
4i Software, LLC March 1996 - December 1997
Princess Tours June 1997 - October 1997
Bellevue City Attorney's Office March 1995 - June 1997
Skills
Licensing, Intellectual Property, Publishing, Entertainment, Contract Negotiation, Risk Assessment, Video Games, Strategy, Management, Mergers, Due Diligence, Start-ups, Project Management, Corporate Law, Negotiation, Business Development, Leadership, Legal Writing, Advertising, Finance, Risk Management, Commercial Litigation, Product Development, Strategic Partnerships, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Executive Management, Venture Capital, Competitive Analysis, Dispute Resolution, Trademarks, Mergers & Acquisitions
Education
University of Iowa College of Law 1992 — 1995
J.D. with Distinction
Duke University 1986 — 1990
B.A.
House Portrait By Ellen 2004 - Present
BBC GAMES 2010 - 2011
Bluebird Software 2009 - 2011
Knowledge Adventure 1997 - 2004
Vivendi Universal Games 1997 - 2004
Realtime Assoicates August 1993 - February 1997
Realtime Associates 1994 - 1996
Amblin Entertainment September 1990 - September 1991
DIC April 1990 - August 1990
Landmark Entertainment Group 1986 - 1988
Skills
Video Games, Illustration, Art Direction, Art, Layout, Painting, Game Development, Illustrator, Digital Painting, Storyboarding, Animation, Concept Design, Digital Art
Education
ArtCenter College of Design 1979 — 1983
BFA, Illustration
University of California, Santa Barbara 1977 — 1979
Fine Arts
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Director of Quality AssuranceNanigansDecember 2013 - March 2015
Warner Bros. / Turbine May 2013 - November 2013
PlumChoice May 2012 - April 2013
Pearson Education June 2008 - April 2012
Turbine Inc. April 2007 - July 2008
TriZetto Group Boston March 2006 - April 2007
Vivendi Universal Games June 2005 - December 2005
Microsoft May 2000 - May 2005
Berlitz International June 1999 - May 2000
Skills
Agile Testing, Localization, Quality Engineering, Testing, Scrum, Agile, Software Quality..., Waterfall, Test Planning, Test Management, SDLC, Requirements Analysis, Internationalization, Agile Methodologies, JIRA, Software Development, Quality Control, Certified Scrum Master..., Release Management, Quality Center, Regression Testing, QTP, Test Automation, Agile Project Management, Test Cases, Bug Tracking, Bugzilla, Test Strategy, Selenium, Quality Assurance, User Acceptance Testing, Performance Testing, Perforce, System Testing, Manual Testing, Software Project..., Integration Testing, Defect Tracking, Rally, Confluence, Web Applications, Baby Showers, Police Brutality, Dogs, Hair Care, Whisky, ISIS, Badboy, Swine, Terrorist Financing
Education
Dublin Institute of Technology 1997 — 1999
computer science
Institute of Technology, Carlow 1988 — 1992
Electronic Engineering
Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) January 2014 - Present
Providence Health & Services April 2011 - January 2014
Resources Global Professionals April 2010 - April 2011
Fox Filmed Entertainment March 2006 - April 2010
TV Guide November 2004 - March 2006
Warner Bros. Entertainment Group of Companies October 2002 - November 2004
Vivendi Universal Games November 2001 - October 2002
Skills
Incentive Plan Design, Compensation Program..., International..., HRIS, Sales Compensation, Compensation..., Equity Compensation, Incentive Programs, Executive Compensation, Compensation Planning, Program Design, Compensation, Market Pricing, Salary, Bonus, Incentives, Performance Management, PeopleSoft, Job Evaluation, HR Policies, Mergers, HR Consulting, Change Management, Job Analysis, Salary Structures, Job Descriptions, ADP, Internal Communications, Salary Surveys, Deferred Compensation, Talent Acquisition, Executive Pay, Personnel Management, Recruiting, Compensation & Benefit, New Hire Orientations, Compensation Structures, Organizational Design, Training, Workforce Planning, Succession Planning, Human Resources, Strategy, Onboarding, Leadership, Talent Management, Employee Benefits, Benefits Administration, Compensation & Benefits, Management
Education
California State University-Northridge
Human Resources Management and Services
Sacred Heart University
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science, Minor in Mathematics
Other Ocean Interactive April 2013 - Present
GREE International, Inc May 2012 - April 2013
Warner Bros. Interactive August 2004 - May 2012
Encore March 2004 - August 2004
Vivendi Universal Games November 2001 - December 2003
Crave June 1999 - November 2001
Activision March 1999 - June 1999
Skills
Video Games, Game Development, Mobile Games, PS3, Casual Games, Social Games, Game Design, Xbox 360, Wii, Console, Creative Direction, Computer Games, MMORPG, Gameplay, Online Gaming, Gaming, Interactive..., Production Managment, Video Game Production, PC, Agile Project Management, Process Scheduler, Game Mechanics, iPhone, Level Design, Software Project..., Creative Writing, Handheld Devices, Mobile Applications, Operations Management, Localization, Narrative, Multiplayer, Scrum, iOS, Handheld, WiiU, Photoshop, Xbox One, PS4, Steam
Education
University of Florida 1994 — 1997
BA, English
Emerson College 1992 — 1994
Creative Writing & Film
Spanish River High School 1988 — 1992
Mobility Entertainment January 2011 - Present
Emergent Game Technologies April 2006 - December 2010
Vivendi Universal Games 1998 - 2004
Education
Harvard Business School 2002 — 2002
PMD, General Managment & Leadership
University of Nevada-Las Vegas 1992 — 1994
BA/BS, Accounting
World Vision 2011 - Present
Mark Anthony Group 2008 - 2011
Vivendi Universal Games 2001 - 2008
River Ranch Fresh Foods 1998 - 2000
Fresh Express 1995 - 1997
Skills
Competitive Analysis, Forecasting, Strategy, New Business Development, Product Marketing, Brand Management, Account Management, Leadership, Management, Sales Management, Merchandising, CRM, Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, Sales, Cross-functional Team..., Product Development, Business Strategy, Retail
Education
Center For Creative Leadership
Colorado State University
BS; Business Administration, Management
Global Institute For Leadership Development
Activision April 2010 - Present
Activision January 2009 - October 2009
Vivendi Universal Games 1998 - 2008
Sierra 1993 - 1997
Skills
Video Production, Video Games, Leadership, Game Development, Troubleshooting, Public Relations, Retail, Gameplay, Event Management, Management, Project Management, Business Development, Game Design, Online Gaming, Event Planning, Mobile Games, Computer Games, Trade Shows, Sound
Education
Gordon College 1987 — 1992
BS, Computer Science, Philosophy
Best Buy June 2015 - Present
Best Buy September 2012 - Present
Ralph Lauren June 2009 - Present
The Rezidor Hotel Group April 2008 - September 2012
Carlson March 2008 - August 2012
Carlson Wagonlit Travel June 2004 - April 2008
Vivendi Universal December 2000 - June 2004
Vivendi Universal Games 1999 - 2001
EDS June 1996 - May 1999
McKinsey & Company 1983 - 1996
Skills
Business Intelligence, Business Strategy, Team Management, Entrepreneurship, Information Technology, B2B, Strategic Planning, Partnerships, Microsoft Office, Mergers, Marketing Strategy, Recruiting, E-commerce, Strategic Partnerships, Loyalty Programs, Event Planning, Start-ups, Leadership, P&L Management, Business Turn-arounds, Business Planning, Analytics, Management, CRM, Business Development, Change Management, Sales Management, Project Management, Sales, Income Statement, Team Leadership, Team Building, Budgets, Marketing, Strategy, International Business, New Business Development, Brand Management, Management Consulting, Operations Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Forecasting, Product Marketing, Negotiation, Product Development, Executive Management, Marketing Management, Turnaround Experience, Cross-functional Team..., Product Management
Education
Institut d'Etudes politiques de Paris 1981 — 1983
Economics
HEC Paris 1978 — 1981
Microsoft April 2015 - Present
JJMP Inc. August 2004 - Present
Microsoft November 2014 - April 2015
Microsoft July 2012 - November 2014
Zipper Interactive February 2012 - June 2012
Smilebox January 2012 - January 2012
Vivendi Universal Games July 1999 - August 2004
Sierra Online 1996 - 2004
Sierra On-Line July 1997 - July 1999
Sierra On-Line July 1996 - July 1997
Skills
C, C++, Mentoring, OpenGL, Windows, Objective-C, C#, XML, Mobile, Software Development, MySQL, Game Development, DirectX, .NET, Mac OS X, Software Engineering, Subversion, Visual Studio, PHP, Linux, Programming, iPhone, Architecture, JavaScript, Java, Web Services, CUDA, OpenCL, iOS, Cross-platform..., Design Patterns, Xcode, 3D, Software Design, iPhone development, Git, Win32, OOP, OpenGL ES, Cocoa, Object Oriented Design, Mobile Applications, MFC, Win32 API, Video Games, XBox One, Xbox 360, User Interface, iOS development, Scrum
Education
Seattle Pacific University 1995 — 1997
B.S., Computer Science
Edmonds Community College 1992 — 1995
AAS
Cloud Imperium Games March 2015 - Present
IGDA 2000 - Present
Carbine Studios July 2012 - October 2014
38 Studios November 2010 - May 2012
enVie Interactive August 2009 - December 2010
EA January 2007 - December 2008
Electronic Arts - Mythic January 2007 - December 2008
Vivendi Universal Games May 2006 - January 2007
Regent University February 2006 - April 2006
Shadowpool 2004 - 2005
Skills
Game Design, 3D, Content Design, MMO, Game Development, Video Games, Perforce, Maya, Document Design, Online Gaming, Photoshop, Quality Assurance, Computer Games, Xbox 360, Information Design, Game Mechanics, Level Design, Gameplay, Texturing, Animation, Scripting, Unreal Editor, MMORPG, Multiplayer
Education
ITT Technical Institute 2007 — 2009
BS, Digital Entertainment
Full Sail University 2000 — 2002
Associate of Science, Computer Animation
Bryant & Stratton College 1998 — 1999
Associate's Degree, Computer Network administration
Virginia Beach Technical & Career Education Center 1996 — 1998
Certificate for Electronics & Computer Repair, Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise January 2011 - Present
AOL 2008 - 2010
Axiem Tek 2005 - 2008
QLogic February 2004 - 2005
Conexant 1997 - 2003
Vivendi Universal Games 1995 - 1997
Skills
Business Analysis, Project Planning, Forecasting, Sales Operations, Program Management, Market Research, Competitive Analysis, Business Intelligence, Business Process..., PowerPoint, Management, Business Planning, Analysis, Project Management, Process Improvement, Strategy, Analytics, Marketing, Product Development, Sales, Training, Cross-functional Team..., Business Strategy, Business Process
Education
Fordham University 1983 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts, Political Economics
Ticketmaster December 2014 - Present
Ticketmaster June 2013 - November 2014
Ticketmaster May 2012 - May 2013
The Walt Disney Company May 2005 - June 2012
Walt Disney Internet Group 2005 - 2007
Vivendi Universal Games May 2003 - April 2005
Vivendi Games 2003 - 2005
Biodiscovery August 2001 - October 2002
Freedom Systems November 1998 - July 2001
Freedom Systems 1998 - 2001
Skills
Game Development, iPhone, Objective-C, Unity3D, Git, Java, Python, Management, Databases, J2ME, Android, iOS, Mobile Devices, JavaScript, Video Games, Web Development, Project Management, Software, C#, XML, Mobile Applications, Team Building, Linux, Software Development, Perforce, Agile Methodologies, Visual Basic, BREW, OS X, Software Engineering, Mobile Games, iOS development
Education
California State University, Fresno 1998 — 2001
Bachelor's of Science, Computer Science
United Nations June 2015 - Present
United Nations February 2015 - June 2015
United Nations February 2014 - January 2015
United Nations February 2013 - February 2014
United Nations August 2009 - January 2013
United Nations June 2008 - October 2009
IBM Global Services September 2007 - June 2008
L'Oréal September 2006 - January 2007
CRMMetrix 2005 - 2006
Vivendi Universal Games 2004 - 2004
Skills
Program Management, Data Analysis, Business Analysis, Analysis, Strategy, Management Consulting, Human Resources, Project Management, Business Intelligence, HR Strategy, Strategic Planning, Statistics, Change Management, HR Planning, Project Planning, Program Coordination, Data Warehousing, Oracle HR, Artificial Intelligence, Computational..., Field Operations, PRINCE2, Training, Management, Data Science, Personnel Management, International...
Education
New York University 2005 — 2006
Masters of Science, Computer Science
Ecole supérieure d'Informatique, Electronique et Automatique 2001 — 2005
Master of Engineering (M.Eng.), Computer Engineering
Metropolia Ammattikorkeakoulu 2003 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Human Computer Interaction
DIRECTV October 2014 - Present
Activision March 2012 - October 2014
Naughty Dog June 2010 - 2011
Vivendi Universal Games January 2010 - December 2010
Vivendi Games Universal June 2005 - November 2008
Jamba Juice October 2005 - June 2006
Electronic Arts 2006 - 2006
Activision March 2005 - November 2005
Planned Parenthood Los Angeles September 2003 - July 2005
Skills
PS3, Wii, DevTrack, Xbox 360, Video Games, Bug Tracking, Console, Test Planning, Quality Assurance, Multiplayer, Gameplay, Computer Games, Playstation, Microsoft Office, MMO, Mobile Games, Software Quality..., Social Games, Nintendo DS, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Console Games, Test Cases, DevTest, Regression Testing, Technical Requirements, Software Development, Software Testing Life..., Web Testing, Outlook Express, JIRA, JQL, Family Planning, Reproductive Health, Peer Education, Advocacy, Health Education, Agile Methodologies, Agile Testing, HP Quality Center, PowerPoint, Wireless Networking, Xcode, Charles River IMS, QewAmico, Filezilla, FTP cafe, Omniture
Education
El Camino College 2012 — 2014
Outlook Amusements June 2014 - Present
DIRECTV January 2013 - June 2013
Heavenspot, Inc August 2012 - January 2013
Matrix Consultants, Inc August 2006 - June 2011
Vivendi Universal Games July 2003 - December 2003
THQ January 2002 - July 2003
Skills
Test Planning, Quality Assurance, Software Quality..., Testing, Video Games, Bug Tracking, Test Cases, Scripting, Regression Testing, SQL, Bugzilla, HTML, Linux, XML, Quality Center, Agile, Documentation, MySQL, Scrum, Databases, User Acceptance Testing, JavaScript, Regression, PS3, iPhone, Console, CSS, Mobile Games, Automation, Microsoft Office, Windows, Test Management, Mac OS X, Waterfall, Agile Methodologies, JIRA, Mobile Applications, PHP, SOAP, JSON, Software Documentation, Selenium, OS X
Education
Arkansas State University
Graphic Design
California State University-Los Angeles
Journalism
Clever Communications February 2009 - Present
Vivendi Universal Games 2000 - 2003
Ketchum Public Relations 1997 - 2000
Skills
MMORPG, Computer Games, Virtual Goods, Video Games, MMO
Education
California State University-Long Beach
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism
K Bratland Communications 2003 - Present
R.O.C.K. Twin Cities 2004 - 2010
Vivendi Universal Games 1998 - 2003
Vivendi Universal Games 1996 - 1998
MECC (Minnesota Educational Computing Corporation) August 1994 - April 1996
Mars 1994 - 1994
Super Marketing Inc. 1992 - 1994
Skills
Public Relations, Event Planning, Event Management, Strategic Communications, Marketing Communications, Media Relations, Trade Shows, Strategy, Management, Sales, Corporate Communications, Social Media, Training, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Budgets
Education
University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business 1999 — 2007
Master of Business Communication, Corporate Communications, Public Relations
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo 1985 — 1990
BA, Speech Communication
Amazon 2012 - Present
VIZIO 2011 - 2012
Atari 2010 - 2011
D3Publisher of America 2008 - 2010
D3Publisher of America 2006 - 2008
G4 Media 2005 - 2006
Buena Vista Games 2004 - 2005
Vivendi Universal Games 2002 - 2003
Interplay 1998 - 2001
Skills
New Business Development, Licensing, Strategy Development, Business Strategy, Entertainment, Strategic Partnerships, Product Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Digital Marketing, Video Games, Strategic Planning, E-commerce, Online Marketing, Mobile, Brand Development, Promotions, Marketing Management, P&L Management, Contract Negotiations
Education
Pepperdine University, The George L. Graziadio School of Business and Management 2007 — 2009
MBA, Marketing
California State University-Long Beach - College of Business Administration 1993 — 1998
BS, Business Administration: International Business
The Glass Cleaners December 2007 - Present
MGM Home Entertainment February 2005 - August 2006
Vivendi Universal Games December 2000 - September 2004
Skills
Budgets, Business Planning, Construction, Contract Negotiation, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Service, Entrepreneurship, Glass, Leadership, Mac, Management, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Negotiation, Networking, New Business Development, OS X, Operations Management, Outlook, Problem Solving, Purchasing, Recruiting, Residential Homes, Restoration, Sales, Sales Management, Small Business, Software Documentation, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Time Management, Troubleshooting, Windows, Business Development
Education
California State University-Los Angeles 1980 — 1984
Record Engineering
MatchUpBox Inc September 2013 - Present
The Princeton Review September 2010 - Present
Promethean June 2009 - September 2010
Gerson Lehrman Group 2009 - June 2009
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt June 2008 - December 2008
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt December 2007 - June 2008
Houghton Mifflin April 2006 - December 2007
Houghton Mifflin January 2003 - April 2006
Houghton Mifflin January 2002 - January 2003
Vivendi Universal Games July 2000 - January 2002
Skills
Procurement, Strategy, Leadership, Change Management, Process Improvement, Management, Forecasting, Strategic Planning, Mergers, Team Leadership, Vendor Management, Business Strategy, Strategic Financial..., Business Development, Mergers & Acquisitions, Operations Management, Financial Planning, Business Intelligence
Education
EDHEC Business School
General Management, Finance
Wizards of the Coast October 2010 - Present
Turbine September 2006 - October 2010
Houghton Mifflin Company April 2002 - October 2005
Vivendi Universal Games February 1995 - April 2002
Skills
Game publishing, Console games, Casual Games, Social Games, MMO, Role Playing Games, Video Games, Mobile Games, Online Gaming, Marketing Management, Global Brand Development, Brand Management, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Media Relations, Media Planning, Advertising, Online Advertising, Marketing Communications, Community Marketing, Trade Marketing, Retail Marketing, Direct Marketing, Email Marketing, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Technology Integration, Value Creation, Revenue Enhancement, Business Strategy, Business Planning, Specialty Retail, Team Leadership, Team Management, Leadership, Exit Strategies, Valuation, New Business Development, Monetization
Education
ESSEC Business School 1993 — 1994
Advanced Master
ESSEC Business School 1988 — 1991
MBA
Lycee la bruyere versailles
Microsoft September 2014 - Present
Microsoft January 2014 - Present
Microsoft January 2013 - Present
Microsoft August 2006 - January 2013
Microsoft March 2006 - August 2006
Vivendi November 2004 - June 2005
Keywords International 2004 - 2005
Xerox Ireland January 2004 - November 2004
Vivendi Universal Games 2003 - 2003
Skills
Software Quality..., Localization Testing, Localization, Internationalization, Testing, Bug Tracking, Test Planning, C#, Test Automation, Process Improvement, Team Management, Building Organizational..., Test Automation using C#, Visual Studio, Software Testing Life..., Project Management, Java, Windows PowerShell, SharePoint, Test Cases, JIRA, Video Games, Xbox 360, Powershell, System Testing, Agile Methodologies, Test Management, Xbox, Software Development, Regression Testing, Quality Assurance, Manual Testing, Globalization, Databases, Agile Project Management
Education
Dublin Institute of Technology 2003 — 2007
Honors Degree, Information System/Information Technology
Ángel de Saavedra 1996 — 2001
Associate's Degree, Audiovisual Technical Specialist
Intrepid Athletics November 2014 - Present
BoomBox CrossFit May 2012 - April 2014
Union Supply Company February 2009 - June 2009
Vivendi Universal Games November 2006 - September 2008
ADS Tech July 2004 - November 2006
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Web Design, Photoshop, Illustrator, Illustration, Vector Illustration, Digital Illustration, InDesign, Olympic Weightlifting, Sports Performance, Logo Design, Graphic Design, WordPress, HTML emails, HTML, CSS
Education
Brooks College 2001 — 2003
Associate of Arts (AA), Graphic Design
Electronic Arts (EA) April 2013 - Present
Booyah March 2011 - March 2013
Electronic Arts April 2007 - March 2011
LucasArts July 2006 - March 2007
Big Top Games September 2004 - July 2006
Gas Powered Games February 2004 - September 2005
Vivendi Universal Games October 1999 - February 2004
BabyCenter 1998 - 1999
Skills
Social Games, Video Games, Online Gaming, Casual Games, Mobile Games, Product Management, Product Development, Business Development, Product Marketing, Strategy, Analytics, Consumer Products, Mobile Devices, Strategic Partnerships, Entrepreneurship, Integrated Marketing, Digital Strategy, MMO, Social Media, Digital Media, Business Strategy, Computer Games, Game Development, Monetization, Mobile Applications, Gameplay, Management, Game Design
Education
City College of San Francisco 1996 — 1996
Accounting & Economics
California Culinary Academy 1993 — 1994
AOS, Culinary Arts
University of Massachusetts, Amherst 1987 — 1991
Bachelor of Arts, Chinese Language & Literature
Forever 21 July 2014 - Present
Forever 21 July 2013 - July 2014
Hot Topic 2008 - 2012
Hot Topic 2006 - 2008
Vivendi Universal Games 2005 - 2005
Lewis Operating Corp. 2000 - 2004
Skills
IT Operations, Bank Reconciliation, Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Software Documentation, Troubleshooting, Retail, Access, Customer Service, Account Reconciliation, Customer Satisfaction, Outlook, System Administration, Management, Windows Server, Windows 7, Project Management, Network Administration, Technical Support, Time Management, Servers
Education
Golden West College 1994 — 1996
Certificate, Recording Arts Technology/Technician
Duane Wik Productions 2014 - 2014
BeachBurro Inc DBA BBI Supply 2006 - June 2012
Cutters Diamond Blades & Abrasives August 2006 - August 2010
Seven Studios August 2005 - March 2006
Electronic Arts 2004 - 2005
Vivendi Universal Games 2003 - 2004
Skills
Game Design, Game Development, Quality Assurance, After Effects, Gameplay, Adobe Creative Suite, Final Cut Pro, Computer Hardware..., DaVinci Resolve, Premiere, Small Business, QuickBooks, Inventory Management, Advertising, Cinematography, Cinematics, Music Theory, Game Theory, Philosophy, Philosophy of Religion, Sound Design, Boom Operator, Field Recording, Film Production, Short Films, Feature Films, Directing, Assistant Directing, Camera Operating, Film Editing, Screenwriting, Commercials, HD Video, Video Editing
Education
University of Nevada-Las Vegas 2011 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Film
University of Arizona 1996 — 1998
Business
Ambassador University 1994 — 1996
Blue Acorn January 2015 - Present
The MIL Corporation December 2013 - December 2014
DIRECTV December 2010 - July 2012
ThisNext August 2010 - October 2010
Power of Entertainment (fanista.com) May 2007 - August 2008
Vivendi Universal Games May 2006 - August 2006
Mattel February 2002 - April 2005
Crave Entertainment July 2001 - December 2001
Skills
Bilingual, Test Automation, System Testing, Software Quality..., Bug Tracking, Functional Testing, Manual Testing, Regression Testing, Usability Testing, User Acceptance Testing, Software Development, Photographer, Designer, QTP, Selenium, Integration Testing, Test Case creation, Solidworks, Illustrator, Photoshop, Alias Studio Tools, AutoCAD, Quality Center, Mercury QuickTest Pro, Spira, JIRA, DevNet, Bugzilla, Summit, SDLC, Scrum, Sprint Planning, Black Box Testing, Test Planning, Test Cases, Agile Methodologies
Education
California State University-Long Beach
Bachelors in Design, Industrial and Product Design
El Camino College
Associate of Science (A.S.), Computer Information Systems
Battery July 2013 - Present
Dare 2007 - July 2013
JAKKS Pacific November 2003 - April 2007
Vivendi Universal Games May 1999 - November 2003
Skills
Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Brand Management, Digital Marketing, Digital Strategy, Digital Media, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, Brand Development, Integrated Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Online Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Creative Direction, Social Media, Advertising, Email Marketing, Content Strategy, New Media, SEM, Product Development, Public Relations, Mobile Devices, Start-ups, Media Planning, Television, Video, Interactive Advertising
Education
University of Southern California 1998 — 2000
Marshall School of Business, Marketing
Brigham Young University 1994 — 1998
Marriott School of Business, Marketing, Business Administration and Management, General
Kid Awesome November 2013 - Present
Ben Badgett - Freelance 3D Modelling, Animation, UI/UX design March 2004 - Present
I DRIVE SAFELY November 2013 - February 2014
BBC Worldwide April 2010 - November 2013
Cartoon Network New Media January 2007 - April 2010
Vivendi Universal Games June 2001 - March 2004
Knowledge Adventure / Vivendi Universal November 1998 - May 2001
Davidson and Associates / Knowledge Adventure May 1994 - March 1998
Skills
Game Design, Animation, 3D Modelling, Illustration, Art Direction, Branded Entertainment, Art Management, Creative Direction, 3D Modeling, Game Development, Video Games, MMO, Art, Concept Design, Character Animation, Maya, Flash, 3D Studio Max, Web Design, 3D, Flash Animation, Gameplay, Level Design, Creative Strategy, Film, Arts Administration, User Interface Design
Education
Abilene Christian University 1989 — 1992
BFA, Illustration and Sculpture
Savannah College of Art and Design 1988 — 1989
Illustration
Dashlane January 2011 - Present
CBS Outdoor September 2008 - September 2010
La Martinière Groupe December 2004 - August 2008
Act III Consultants March 2003 - November 2004
Vivendi Universal Publishing January 2002 - March 2003
Flipside.com a Vivendi Universal company April 2000 - December 2001
Vivendi Universal Games March 1999 - March 2000
Havas Interactive, a Vivendi Universal Company October 1995 - February 1999
Skills
Start-ups, Business Strategy, Team Building, Leadership, Technology, Restructuring, Digital Media, Business Transformation, Business Development, B2B, Marketing Strategy, Strategy, Strategic Partnerships, Entrepreneurship, Management, Mobile Devices, Online Advertising, Negotiation, Product Management, Mobile Applications, Online Marketing, Venture Capital, Web Analytics, SaaS, Start-up
Education
Harvard Business School 1997 — 1998
Executive Education, Strategic Marketing, Finance
Université Paul Sabatier (Toulouse III) 1989 — 1992
PhD, Computer Science
Ecole polytechnique 1985 — 1988
Masters, Mathematics, Physics, Economics, Computer Science
Lycée Henri IV 1974 — 1985
Midnight Oil July 2007 - Present
Vivendi Universal Games April 2001 - July 2007
Associated Students UCLA September 1996 - April 2001
Upper Deck April 1995 - September 1996
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Point of Purchase, Illustrator, Art Direction, Logo Design, Packaging, InDesign, Graphic Design, Corporate Identity, Typography, Photoshop, Concept Development, Layout, Branding, Concept Design, Visual Identity, Advertising, Creative Strategy
Education
ArtCenter College of Design 1991 — 1994
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Graphic Design
Hyundai Capital America May 2009 - Present
Walt Disney Imagineering October 2008 - May 2009
Northrop Grumman June 2008 - October 2008
Storm Industries July 2006 - March 2008
ACC Capital Holdings July 2005 - July 2006
Ownit Mortgage Solutions November 2002 - November 2004
Vivendi Universal Games June 2000 - November 2002
Skills
Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Process Improvement, Financial Modeling, Analysis, Finance, Financial Reporting, Budgets, Risk Management, Access, Accounting, Financial Forecasting, Mergers & Acquisitions, Auditing, Portfolio Management, Due Diligence, Credit, Account Reconciliation, Integration, Management, Salesforce.com, Corporate Finance, Data Warehousing, Data Analysis, Data Mapping, SAS programming, Hypeion ESS Base, SQL, UAT coordination, Sales Force Development, Enterprise Databases, Business Analysis
Education
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University 1999 — 2001
Master of Science (MS), Information Technology Management
California State University-Los Angeles 1991 — 1996
Bachelor of Science (BS), Finance and Financial Management Services
Act-1 April 2012 - Present
OfficeTeam October 2013 - October 2013
Redevelopment Agency of the City Of Fresno August 2010 - January 2012
Denham Resources October 2007 - August 2010
Denham Resources April 2007 - October 2007
Vivendi Universal Games April 2005 - February 2007
Callahan Construction October 2003 - March 2005
Skills
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint, Data Entry, Customer Service, Research, Public Speaking, Project Management, Social Media, Archives, Digital Archiving, Archival Processing, Government, Administrative..., Teamwork, Accounts Payable, Administration, Filing, Scanners, Copies, Email, Accounts Receivable, Forms, Management, Receptionist Duties, Communication, Office Management, Office Administration
Education
Fresno City College 1981 — 1982
Theodore Roosevelt High School 1978 — 1981
High School Diploma, Business Administration/Theater
Masquerade Media Inc May 2015 - Present
BrandAid Consultants January 2014 - Present
Carol Lane Insurance October 2011 - November 2013
Vivendi Universal Games May 1999 - November 2004
Interplay Software April 1993 - November 1998
SoftKat Distribution Home Entertainment Educational Software /WRGrace/Baker and Taylor Books April 1989 - July 1993
Skills
Video Games, Sales, Marketing, Sales Management, Advertising, Selling, Small Business, New Business Development, Team Building, Product Marketing, Program Management, Strategy, Strategic Partnerships, Competitive Analysis, Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Contract Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Start-ups, Entrepreneurship, Product Management, Online Marketing, Business Development, Mobile Devices, Online Advertising, Digital Media, Digital Marketing, Product Development, Cross-functional Team..., Business Strategy, Brand Development, Forecasting, Social Networking, Business Planning, Marketing Management
Education
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising 1981 — 1985
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Interior Design, 4.0
Unikrn February 2015 - Present
Vanguard Engagement January 2010 - Present
GMS January 2003 - January 2010
Ziff Davis December 2003 - December 2004
Vivendi Universal Games March 2001 - August 2003
Walt Disney Internet Group March 2000 - February 2001
Electronic Arts - Pogo.com October 1998 - February 2000
Yahoo! April 1997 - October 1998
Young & Rubicam January 1995 - April 1997
Skills
Web Content Production, Digital Marketing, Media Planning / Buying, Business Development, Advertising, Sales Management, Journalism, Public Relations, Copywriting, Consultancy, Entrepreneur, Content Development, SEM, Entrepreneurship, New Media, Social Media, SEO, Mobile Devices, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Mobile Applications, Social Networking
Education
Ithaca College 1990 — 1994
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Roy H. Park School of Communications
SPCA in Cattaraugus County May 2012 - Present
Abbe-Freeland Animal Sanctuary August 2013 - March 2015
SPCA Serving Allegany County February 2010 - February 2012
LiveWorld February 2004 - February 2009
Vivendi Universal Games October 1999 - 2002
Skills
Animal Behavior, Client Education, Surgical Assisting, Animal Nutrition, Customer Service, Medication..., Topical Medication, Medication Adherence, Fluid Administration, Emergency Triage
Education
VetMedTeam 2014 — 2015
NAVTA Certification, Veterinary Medicine
Outstanding Pet Care University 2014 — 2014
Pet Care Facility Maintenance
Vet Tech University 2013 — 2013
Veterinary Technician, Veterinary Technician
Alfred State College - SUNY College of Technology 2012 — 2012
Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant
Ashworth College 2010 — 2011
Certificate, Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant
Ashworth College
Pharmacology
Smethport Area High School
HUGEsound 2000 - Present
Game Audio Network Guild 2002 - Present
Game Developer's Conference 2007 - 2014
Electronic Arts 2007 - 2009
Vivendi-Universal Games 2002 - 2004
Tektonic Studios 2002 - 2003
Sierra Online October 1996 - July 1999
byChance Productions January 1990 - September 1996
Skills
Editing, Sound Design, Studio Recording, Music Production, Film, Music, Entertainment, Documentaries, Sound, Film Production, Original Music, Pro Tools, Soundtrack, Audio Editing, Music Industry, Composition, Audio Post Production, Lecturing, Video Games, Recording, Singing, Creative Direction, Management, Musical Theatre, Multimedia, Event Management, Concerts, Teaching, Game Development, Audio Engineering, Producing, Television, Field Recording, Orchestral Music, Video, Music Supervision, Classical, After Effects, Film Scoring, Short Films, Screenwriting, Texturing, Directing, Video Editing, Game Design, Orchestration, Commercials, Voice Over, 3D, New Media
Education
Brigham Young University 1985 — 1987
BA
University of Central Oklahoma
Dollar Shave Club May 2013 - Present
Jacefarm October 2004 - Present
Userplane February 2011 - May 2013
St. Monica January 2005 - February 2011
Vivendi Universal Games July 2003 - January 2005
Vivendi Universal Games March 2002 - July 2003
Davis Elen Advertising July 2001 - March 2002
Michel & Co. September 1998 - June 2001
The Brain Technologies (formerly Natrificial, Cyclops) May 1996 - August 1998
Skills
XHTML, XML, Wordpress, Illustrator, Web Standards, Drupal, Photoshop, Eclipse, NetCommunity, Cross-platform..., CSS, Testing, jQuery, Dreamweaver, JavaScript, Graphic Design, User Interface, WordPress, Web Design, HTML 5, MySQL, SEO, Web Development, HTML5
Education
Zend The PHP Company 2010 — 2011
Zend Certified Engineer, PHP
Santa Monica College 2007 — 2010
Post, Web Development
Loyola Marymount University 2005 — 2007
University of California, Los Angeles 1999 — 2003
Post, Fine Arts
Indiana University Bloomington 1990 — 1994
B.A., Theatre and Drama, English
nWay Inc. April 2015 - Present
Kabam November 2013 - April 2015
DeNA October 2012 - November 2013
LucasArts March 2008 - October 2012
Activision November 2005 - February 2008
Vivendi Universal Games August 2003 - October 2005
20th Century Fox Home Entertainment August 2001 - August 2003
Skills
Hansoft, MS Project, DevTrack, TestTrack, Unreal Engine 3, Video Games
Education
Boston College 1997 — 2001
BA, Economics
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) 1999 — 2000
General Course, Economics
Philips Color Kinetics June 2015 - Present
Terason December 2009 - May 2015
Terason June 2009 - December 2009
Brontes Technologies, a 3M Company 2005 - 2009
MAK Technologies 2004 - 2005
Vivendi Universal Games 2002 - 2004
Impressions Games 2002 - 2004
Nearlife, Inc. 2000 - 2001
Communica 1999 - 2000
Meyer/Glass Interactive 1998 - 1999
Skills
Software Engineering, Object Oriented Design, Software Development, Visual Studio, Subversion, Python, XML, C++, Unix, C#, .NET, Java, Eclipse, OpenGL, Linux, HTML, Medical Devices, Programming, User Interface, OOP, DirectX, Visual C++, Qt, DICOM, GLSL, Software Design, C, Algorithms, Testing, Debugging, JavaScript, GUI development, MFC, Game Programming, Source Safe, CSS, Image Processing, GDI, Trac, CVS, Windows
Education
Brandeis University 2002 — 2005
Masters
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 1991 — 1991
Additional Coursework
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 1985 — 1989
Bachelor of Science
University Liggett School 1981 — 1985
Grosse Pointe Academy 1971 — 1981
Activision August 2008 - Present
Vivendi Universal Games November 2001 - August 2008
FirstWorld Communications November 1999 - May 2001
Pizza Hut June 1994 - August 1999
Skills
SQL, Active Directory, VMware, VMware ESX, Microsoft Exchange, Windows Server, Cisco Technologies, System Administration, Network Administration, Microsoft SQL Server, NetApp, Offshore Management, SharePoint, Workstations, Microsoft Office, Telephony, Hyper-V, Juniper, Postini
Education
California State University, Fresno 1999 — 2002
BA, Business Information Systems
Fresno City College 1996 — 1999
Associates of Arts
Factual Inc September 2011 - Present
Astrucan November 2006 - August 2007
Vivendi Universal Games June 2006 - October 2006
Skills
Machine Learning, XML, Natural Language..., TTS, XPath, Wireless Sensor Networks, Speech Recognition, Localization, Java, Linux, Python, SQL, Ruby, Programming, Software Engineering, Tomcat, Hadoop, Git, MapReduce, Stream Processing, Computational..., Computer Science
Education
Dublin City University 2007 — 2011
PhD, Computer Science
Dublin City University 2002 — 2006
B.Sc., Applied Computational Linguistics
Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) 2004 — 2005
B.Sc., Computer Science
Warner Bros Interactive Entertainment July 2007 - March 2013
Activision October 2005 - July 2007
Vivendi Universal Games 2003 - 2004
Fox Interactive 1998 - 2003
Skills
Digital Media, Video Games, Digital Distribution, Social Games, Creative Direction, Project Management, Entertainment, New Media, Monetization, Content Strategy, Brand Development, Community Management, Mobile Marketing, Digital Marketing, Interactive Marketing, Licensing, Digital Strategy, Mobile Games, Strategic Partnerships, MMO
Education
California State University-Northridge 1994 — 1999
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Self Employed January 2014 - Present
OneScreen Inc. March 2008 - December 2013
LeadROI, a subsidiary of Root Markets, Inc. June 2005 - September 2007
Vivendi Universal Games July 2004 - March 2005
ASI Cal Poly Pomona Graphic Art Studio September 2003 - June 2004
Skills
PHP, Linux, Python, Java, Ubuntu, Software Development, MySQL, Hadoop, Ruby, Web Development, Bash, Agile Methodologies, Nginx, Cassandra, Eclipse, Cascading, Chef, Debian, Puppet, Web Services, Scala, JavaScript, HTML, CSS
Education
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona 1999 — 2004
BS, Computer Science
Skullcandy Inc. October 2012 - Present
Astro Gaming, Inc. October 2012 - Present
Pipeworks Software January 2011 - July 2012
LucasArts May 2010 - September 2010
LucasArts June 2007 - May 2010
Vivendi Games May 2005 - May 2007
Vivendi Universal Games April 2003 - May 2005
Fox Interactive September 1999 - April 2003
Activision December 1998 - September 1999
Skills
Project Management, DevTrack, 3D Studio Max, Web Design, Seapine Test Track Pro, Art Direction, Photoshop, FMOD, Python, Creative Direction, Licensing, Game Design, Video Games, Quality Assurance, Microsoft Office, Outsourcing, Trade Shows, Agile Project Management, Perforce, Basecamp, Video Game Production, Publishing, Marketing, Motion Capture, Voice Acting, Music Production, Brand Management, Partner Management, Team Management, Product Development, Team Leadership, Communication, Consumer Insight, Avid Gamer, Xbox 360, Xbox, Game Development, Console, Wii, Casual Games, PSP, PS3, Computer Games, Social Games, Animation, Multiplayer, Gameplay, Mobile Games, Interactive..., MMORPG
Education
Art Institute of Seattle 1996 — 1998
AAA
RockYou 2012 - Present
ASAP Games 2008 - 2012
Sierra Online 2005 - 2008
Vivendi-Universal Games 2002 - 2005
Zono Games 1991 - 2002
Mattel 1988 - 1991
General Mills 1985 - 1988
Skills
Social Networking, Game Development, Publishing, Social Games, MMO, Casual Games, Online Gaming, Game Design, Digital Distribution, Video Games, Console, Product Marketing, Xbox 360, Digital Marketing, PS3, Social Media Marketing
Education
Columbia University in the City of New York
BA, Biology
University of Pennsylvania - The Wharton School
MBA, Marketing
JustFab Inc. September 2015 - Present
Team One March 2012 - September 2015
Team One January 2009 - March 2012
Activision July 2008 - October 2008
Vivendi Universal Games April 2008 - July 2008
Vivendi Universal Games May 2007 - April 2008
Vivendi Universal Games August 2005 - April 2007
Skills
Software Quality..., Selenium, Robot Framework, Python, Jenkins, Web Analytics, Test Planning, Test Automation, Git, BDD, Adobe Analytics, Omniture, Continuous Integration, Agile & Waterfall..., Bug Tracking, Software Development..., AutoIt, Unit Testing, DevTrack, Hiring Practices, Mobile Testing, SEO, Redmine, Mobile Devices, Google Analytics, E-brochures, HTML, Mantis, Microsoft Office, Analytics, Microsoft Excel, Android SDK, iOS, REST, Bilingual-English/Spanis..., VMware, Atlassian JIRA, Mind Mapping, Online Research, Pivotal Tracker, Basecamp, ActiveCollab, Email Marketing, Digital Asset Management, Eclipse, Java, Test Scripts, Team Management, Sikuli
Education
Full Sail University 2003 — 2004
Associate of Science (A.S.), Audio Engineering
Industrial Dynamics Company June 2009 - July 2015
Knowledge Adventure February 1994 - June 2009
Vivendi Universal / Knowledge Adventure June 2001 - January 2005
Vivendi Games 2000 - 2005
VIVENDI UNIVERSAL GAMES 2000 - 2004
Skills
Video Games, Casual Games, Mobile Games, Social Games, Game Development, Game Design, MMO, Online Gaming, Interactive..., Wii, Digital Distribution, Computer Games, User Interface, User Experience, User Interface Design, iPhone, Monetization, Mobile Applications, Localization, Digital Media, Console, Content Strategy, Community Management, Gameplay
Education
California State University-Northridge 1988 — 1990
BA, TV / Film
El Camino College 1984 — 1988
AA, Journalism
North High, Torrance 1980 — 1984
Asgard Consulting January 2009 - Present
Oh Help Media Corp. January 2008 - April 2009
Gas Powered Games October 2005 - December 2007
Vivendi Universal Games May 2004 - September 2005
Electronic Arts Canada 2000 - May 2004
Wizards of the Coast (Hasbro) March 1999 - May 2000
Electronic Arts Maxis March 1998 - February 1999
ICE Online Inc. February 1990 - February 1998
Cybertech Systems February 1985 - January 1990
Skills
Game Design, Concept Development, Documentation, Market Research, Planning, Online Gaming, Game Development, Video Game Development, Console, MMO, Process Engineering, Video Games, Game Mechanics, Production, Level Design, Creative Direction, Concept Design, Cross-platform..., Multiplayer, Gameplay, Software Documentation, Project Planning, Leadership, Mobile Games, Entrepreneurship, Community Sites, 3D, Unity3D, Brand Development, User Interface, Social Games, Animation, Computer Games, iPhone, Character Animation, Computer Graphics, Scripting, Storyboarding, User Interface Design, Computer Animation, ActionScript, Maya, Flash, iOS development, 3D Studio Max, Mobile Applications, Casual Games, User Experience, Texturing, Monetization
Education
Athabasca University 2003 — 2007
Masters of Business Administration in IT Management, Business
Athabasca University 2001 — 2003
Advanced Graduate Diploma in Management, Business
Spin Master Ltd. October 2009 - January 2014
Vivendi Universal Games June 2005 - October 2008
High Moon Studios November 2003 - February 2005
Interplay Entertainment Corp. January 1997 - November 2003
Skills
Social Games, MMO, Xbox 360, PS3, Mobile Games, Gameplay, Video Games, Computer Games, Game Design, Game Development, Level Design, Casual Games, Interactive..., Online Gaming, Multiplayer, Wii, Perforce, Console
Education
California State University-Fullerton 1983 — 1996
BS, Computer Science
eleven07 creative 2007 - Present
Roadrunner Records May 2005 - November 2007
KOCH / E1 Records October 1999 - May 2005
Vivendi Universal Games April 1997 - April 1999
Hallmark Cards July 1994 - April 1997
Ludwig Design October 1992 - July 1994
Skills
Art Direction, Logo Design, Photography, Music Industry, Entertainment, Video, Fashion, CD packaging, Creative Direction, Graphic Design, Creative Services, Adobe Creative Suite, Creative Strategy, Web Design, Advertising, InDesign, Music, Illustrator, Photoshop, User Interface Design, Music Videos, Illustration, Packaging, Corporate Identity
Education
Kansas City Art Institute 1992 — 1994
Johnson County Community College 1990 — 1992
Midnight Oil September 2014 - Present
Ayzenberg Group January 2010 - September 2014
IGNITION CREATIVE February 2009 - January 2010
822 Digital March 2008 - December 2008
Brash Entertainment February 2007 - February 2008
Vivendi Games September 2004 - February 2007
Vivendi Universal Games September 2002 - August 2004
Skills
Video Games, Online Gaming, Social Games, MMO, Monetization, Digital Distribution, Mobile Games, Interactive..., Casual Games, Creative Direction, Online Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Computer Games, Game Development, Advertising, Strategy, Start-ups, Competitive Analysis, Brand Management, Community Management, Digital Media, Business Development, Mobile Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, Marketing, Digital Strategy, Mobile Applications, Interactive Marketing, Content Strategy, Digital Marketing, Viral Marketing, Interactive Advertising, Integrated Marketing, Mobile Devices, Television, New Media, Product Marketing, Mobile Advertising, Account Management, User Experience, Online Marketing, SEM, Brand Development, E-commerce, New Business Development, Customer Acquisition, Media Planning, Analytics, Creative Strategy, Email Marketing
Education
Babson College 1994 — 1998
American Film Institute January 2015 - Present
Guthy-Renker January 2007 - January 2015
Belkin International December 2004 - January 2007
Vivendi Universal Games July 2000 - May 2004
Walt Disney Company June 1990 - July 2000
Lang Fredrickson January 1990 - June 1990
Skills
Forecasting, Budgets, Financial Analysis, Mergers, Strategic Planning, Financial Modeling, Managerial Finance, Consumer Products, P&L Management, Financial Reporting, Strategic Financial..., Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Analytics, Business Development, Corporate Finance, Finance, Analysis, Product Management, Due Diligence, Project Planning, Marketing, Product Development, Start-ups, Cross-functional Team..., Competitive Analysis, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Executive Management, Sales, Strategic Partnerships, P&L, Pricing, Restructuring, Leadership, Strategy, Process Improvement, Entrepreneurship
Education
University of Southern California - Marshall School of Business 1991 — 1994
MBA
California State University-Northridge 1984 — 1989
B.S.
Bank of America October 2013 - Present
Bank of America October 2002 - Present
Move.com December 2000 - November 2011
Merisel April 2000 - November 2000
Vivendi Universal Games February 1995 - December 1999
Skills
Analytics, E-commerce, Forecasting, Analysis, Financial Analysis, Web Analytics, SQL, JMP, Process Improvement, Banking, Executive Management, Project Management, Market Research, Risk Management, Marketing, Management, Strategy, Business Analysis, Finance
Education
The University of Chicago - Booth School of Business 1984 — 1986
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Finance, Marketing
Brandeis University 1973 — 1977
AB, Economics, Music
Boody
N2C 2004 - Present
Vivendi Universal Games 2001 - 2004
Havas Interactive 1998 - 2001
Skills
Image Manipulation, Entertainment, Packaging, Layout, Art Direction, Illustration, Visual Communication, Logo Design, Concept Development, Graphics, Typography, Concept Design
Education
California State University-Northridge
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Graphic Design
Clarion July 2012 - Present
USC Institute for Creative Technologies March 2011 - July 2012
SuperVillain Studios April 2007 - February 2011
Knowledge Adventure November 1999 - April 2007
Vivendi Universal Games 2000 - 2004
Alpine Electronics Research of America 1998 - 1999
Skills
Game Programming, Unity3D, Artificial Intelligence, C++, Gameplay Programming, Game Development, OpenGL, Wii, Programming, Scripting, C#, User Interface, ActionScript, C, Gameplay Systems, Linux, XML, Mobile Applications, Mobile Games, Automotive Electronics
Education
California State University-Long Beach 1993 — 1998
B.S., Computer Science
Activision Blizzard Inc. February 2013 - Present
Activision March 2011 - Present
Activision Blizzard Inc. February 2010 - February 2011
Activision Blizzard July 2008 - January 2010
Vivendi Universal 2005 - July 2008
Vivendi Games August 2000 - June 2008
Vivendi Universal Games 2000 - 2008
Nucleus Software 1996 - 1998
MACT 1996 - 1996
Skills
Business Intelligence, Integration, Oracle Applications, ERP, Oracle, SQL, Data Warehousing, Project Management, Software Project..., Business Process, Enterprise Architecture, Oracle E-Business Suite, Enterprise Software, PL/SQL, Performance Tuning, Database Design, Management, Software Development, Databases, IT Strategy, SDLC, Cloud Computing, Leadership
Education
Jiwaji University 1992 — 1995
Master of Computer Applications (MCA)
Kabam October 2013 - Present
Konami Digital Entertainment January 2009 - September 2013
ZS Quality 2004 - 2009
VIVENDI UNIVERSAL GAMES 1996 - 2004
Disney Interactive 1994 - 1996
Skills
Casual Games, Video Games, Quality Assurance, Social Games, Mobile Games, Online Gaming, Game Development, Game Design, PS3, Management, Testing, Computer Games, Bug Tracking, JIRA, Xbox 360, Monetization, Agile Project Management, Software Quality..., Gaming, MMO, Test Planning, DevTrack, Scrum, Digital Distribution, Wii, Interactive..., Console, Mobile Devices, PSP, iPhone, Game Testing, Multiplayer, Console Games, Gameplay, Video Game Production, Xbox
Education
University of Phoenix 2001 — 2004
BS, Business and Management
UCLA Anderson School of Management 1999 — 2001
Business and Management
UCLA 1994 — 1995
Video Game Design
Universidade Santa Cecília 1986 — 1990
BS, Physical Education
SCRUM Training
TriCore Reference Laboratory August 2006 - Present
TriCore Reference Laboratory August 2006 - June 2014
TriCore Reference Laboratory August 2006 - June 2014
Tricore Reference Laboratory August 2006 - June 2014
Vivendi Universal 1998 - 2005
VUG 1998 - 2005
Vivendi Universal Games 1998 - 2004
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Forecasting, Strategic Planning, Financial Goals, Business Analysis, Process Improvement, Business Intelligence, Analysis, Start-ups, Training, Management, Operations Management, Strategic Financial..., Customer Service, Financial Modeling, Healthcare, Financial Accounting, SharePoint, Accounting, Software Documentation, Quality Assurance, Troubleshooting, Competitive Analysis, Team Building, Internal Controls, Financial Analysis, Access, Data Analysis, Leadership, Team Leadership, Financial Reporting, Project Planning, Project Management, Finance, Microsoft Excel, Program Management, Financial Planning
Education
The University of New Mexico 2013 — 2014
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
Chapman University 1991 — 1998
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Organizational Leadership with emphasis an in Human Resources
Activision/Blizzard August 2008 - Present
Vivendi Games March 1995 - Present
Vivendi Universal Games 1995 - Present
Education
California State University-Dominguez Hills
Business Administration
Makita U.S.A., Inc. July 2015 - Present
Exemplis Corporation September 2011 - July 2015
IOGEAR June 2011 - September 2011
Enjoy Lighting August 2010 - June 2011
Stanley Black & Decker , Inc. November 2006 - July 2010
Black & Decker HHI November 2006 - March 2010
Magellan Navigation / Thales Navigation November 2005 - November 2006
Samsung Electronics March 2005 - November 2005
Vivendi Universal Games October 2001 - August 2004
Nabisco Biscuit Company / Kraft Foods March 1998 - September 2001
Skills
Marketing Communications, Product Launches, Online Marketing, Social Media, Advertising, Promotions, Public Relations, Merchandising, Packaging, Trade Shows, Marketing Strategy, Digital Marketing, Channel Marketing, Brand Development, Social Media Marketing, Event Marketing, Direct Marketing, Email Marketing, Online Advertising, Integrated Marketing, B2B, Multi-channel Marketing, Marketing, Product Launch, Management, Creative Direction, Brand Management, Cross-functional Team..., Product Management, Corporate Communications, Competitive Analysis, Copywriting, Retail, Product Development, Marketing Research, Strategy, New Business Development, Leadership, Sales Operations
Education
Arizona State University 1994 — 1997
Bachelor of Science
Arizona State University 1994 — 1997
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Virtual Legal Support February 2011 - Present
Law Office of Benjamin Robinson August 2003 - January 2011
Law Office of Ronald L. M. Goldman April 2003 - July 2003
Vivendi Universal Games July 2001 - January 2003
Law Office of Benjamin Robinson October 1994 - July 2001
Skills
Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, WordPerfect, Typing, Transcription, Legal Research, Case Analysis, Legal Writing
Education
Kaplan University 2011 — 2012
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies, Legal, 3.79
Bethany Christian Bible College 1989 — 1992
Los Angeles Trade Technical College 1974 — 1975
Business Administration
Compton Community College 1969 — 1970
DIRECTV March 2005 - Present
VU Games 2001 - 2005
Vivendi Universal Games 2001 - 2005
Skills
Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, Editing, Dream weaver, HTML,..., Marketing, Video Games, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Dreamweaver, Team Leadership, Call Centers, Product Management
Education
American Intercontinental University 1999 — 2000
Master of Information Technology, Information Technology
California State University-Long Beach 1987 — 1989
Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice - Security Management
j2 Global, Inc. (JCOM) September 2007 - Present
Mass Connections, Inc. July 2005 - August 2007
Vivendi Universal Games 2000 - 2005
Universal Studios 1995 - 2000
Paramount Pictures 1994 - 1995
Sony Pictures Entertainment 1993 - 1994
Johnson & Johnson 1987 - 1992
Skills
Business Development, Databases, SaaS, Management, Business Intelligence, Enterprise Software, Software Project..., Data Warehousing, Integration, Information Technology, Leadership, Process Improvement, Cloud Computing, Business Analysis, IT Strategy, Human Resources, Agile Methodologies, Vendor Management, Software Development, Enterprise Architecture, E-commerce
Education
California State University-Long Beach - College of Business Administration
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Information Technology
The Designory, Inc. January 2010 - Present
Knowledge Adventure November 2004 - February 2009
Vivendi Universal Games 1998 - December 2004
Vivendi Universal 2000 - 2004
Havas Interactive 1998 - 2000
Davidson & Associates 1991 - 1998
Skills
Testing, Quality Assurance, Programming, Software Development, Web Development, HTML, Windows, Agile Methodologies, Project Management, JavaScript, Subversion, JIRA, InstallShield..., Scrum, Mobile Applications, Test Planning, Web Applications, Agile Project Management, Software Quality..., XML, Databases, Software Documentation, Software Project..., User Interface
Education
California State University-Dominguez Hills
BS, Computer Science
California State University-Dominguez Hills
Bachelor of Science (BS), Computer Science
Sasco December 2014 - Present
Operating Engineers Trust Funds May 2013 - December 2014
Yokohama Tire Corporation June 2011 - May 2013
Belkin International April 2010 - June 2011
Sony Pictures Entertainment 2009 - 2010
Vivendi Games 2006 - 2009
Vivendi Universal Games 2004 - 2006
Kaiser Federal Bank August 2001 - March 2004
Skills
Data Center, Linux, Active Directory, Network Security, VMware, Windows Server, Cisco Technologies, DNS, Network Architecture, F5 BigIP, Virtualization, Networking, Computer Security, DHCP, Routing, Security, Servers, Troubleshooting, Disaster Recovery, Network Administration, SAN, Network Design, WAN, Cloud Computing, Microsoft Exchange, CCNA, TCP/IP, VPN, Load Balancing, VMware ESX, Firewalls
Education
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona 1996 — 2001
B.S. Business Administration, Computer Information Systems
Disney Publishing Worldwide December 2013 - Present
Disney Publishing Worldwide May 2012 - November 2013
THQ 2009 - 2012
Disney Interactive Studios 2007 - 2009
Knowledge Adventure 2006 - 2007
Knowledge Adventure 2004 - 2006
Great Source Education Group 2003 - 2004
Laureate Education, Inc. 2003 - 2003
VIVENDI UNIVERSAL GAMES 2000 - 2001
Vivendi Universal Games 1999 - 2000
Education
Boston University 2001 — 2002
Ed.M., Educational Media & Technology
University of California, San Diego 1994 — 1998
ArenaNet LLC July 2013 - Present
Glyph Language Services October 2012 - July 2013
LEGO Systems July 2010 - January 2012
Smith and Tinker February 2009 - July 2010
Flute Instruction January 1997 - July 2010
Hidden Path Entertainment April 2008 - January 2009
Big Fish Games November 2007 - April 2008
Vivendi Universal Games June 2003 - August 2007
Skills
Game Development, Computer Games, Video Games, MMO, Multiplayer, Seapine Test Track Pro, DevTrack, Console, Quality Assurance, Game Testing, JIRA, Scrum, Test Planning, MMORPG, Agile Methodologies, Localization, Online Gaming, Perforce, Regression Testing, Test Management, Mobile Games, PS3, Agile Project Management, Social Games, Test Cases, Software Documentation, Casual Games, Testing, Xbox 360, Wii, Game Design, Level Design, Gameplay, Localization Testing, Software Quality..., Game Mechanics, Unity3D
Education
Chapman University 1998 — 2003
Alelo Inc. January 2010 - July 2012
Heavy Iron Studios February 2007 - January 2010
Vivendi Universal Games August 2004 - February 2007
Education
Chapman University 2002 — 2004
BFA, Film
University of California, Santa Cruz 2000 — 2002
Film
Blizzard Entertainment June 2005 - Present
Vivendi Universal Games 2001 - 2005
Skills
Video Games, Conceptual Art, Texturing, Concept Design, Art Direction, Storyboarding, Creative Direction, Art, Painting, Digital Painting, Animation, Illustrator, Drawing, Game Development, Digital Illustration
Education
ArtCenter College of Design 1997 — 2001
BFA, Illustration
BJ's Wholesale Club May 2011 - Present
BJ's Wholesale Club March 2010 - May 2011
Hasbro 2007 - October 2010
Hasbro 2004 - 2007
Hasbro 2003 - 2004
Vivendi Universal Games 2001 - 2003
Vivendi Games, Inc 1998 - 2001
BJ's Wholesale Club 1989 - 1998
Education
Fitchburg State University 1985 — 1989
The Workshop Entertainment August 2011 - Present
Mr3D June 2010 - August 2011
EVIL January 2009 - June 2010
Sierra Entertainment August 2006 - November 2008
Vivendi Games/Sierra Entertainment June 2005 - August 2006
Vivendi Games/Sierra Entertainment January 2005 - May 2005
Vivendi Universal Games June 2004 - May 2005
Skills
Team Management, Process Scheduler, Budgets, Video Games, Xbox 360, Game Design, Game Development, PS3, Gameplay, Animation, Game Mechanics, Multiplayer, Console, Xbox, Computer Games, PSP, Level Design, Interactive..., Unreal Engine 3, DevTrack, Playstation, Cinematics, Console Games, Narrative, Unreal Editor, Digital Distribution, Free to Play, Monetization, Video Game Production, Cross-platform..., Game Balance, Game Testing, World Building, Gaming, Developer Relations, Project Management, Project Planning
Education
Chapman University 2000 — 2004
BFA, Film Production/Screenwriting Double Major
High School for the Performing and Visual Arts 1995 — 1999
Theatre
Paramount Pictures July 2014 - Present
Paramount Pictures April 2008 - Present
Vivendi Universal Games 2004 - April 2008
Primemedia - emap 2000 - 2004
Geo Publishing - Web Radio 1999 - 2000
The Walt Disney Company 1997 - 1999
The Walt Disney Company 1995 - 1997
The Walt Disney Company 1993 - 1995
The Walt Disney Company 1991 - 1993
PricewaterhouseCoopers 1989 - 1991
Skills
Accounting, Internal Controls, Corporate Finance, Project Management, US GAAP, Digital Distribution, Strategic Planning, Variance Analysis, Financial Reporting, Video Games, Strategic Financial..., Team Leadership, Forecasting, Due Diligence, Financial Analysis, Management, Financial Accounting, Consolidation, Auditing, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Financial Modeling, Financial Forecasting, Budgets, Entertainment, GAAP, Mergers & Acquisitions, Managerial Finance, Microsoft Excel, IFRS, Revenue Recognition, Essbase, General Ledger, Hyperion Enterprise, Account Reconciliation, Cash Flow Forecasting, SEC filings, CPA, Internal Audit, Treasury Management, Finance, Financial Statements, Analysis, Monetization, Process Improvement, Royalties, Financial Planning
Education
Brigham Young University
Master's Degree
Obsidian Entertainment June 2010 - Present
Obsidian Entertainment July 2008 - June 2010
Vivendi Universal Games April 2008 - July 2008
Skills
PS3, Xbox 360, Game Development, Gameplay, Video Games, Computer Games, Quality Assurance, Game Design, MMO, Game Mechanics, Multiplayer, Level Design, Xbox, Console
Education
California State University-Fullerton 2004 — 2008
The Capital Group Companies August 2006 - Present
CRI Inc. January 2005 - July 2006
Vivendi Universal Games April 2001 - October 2004
Williams Communications Solutions, LLC March 2000 - April 2001
Skills
Customer Service, Project Management, Microsoft Office, Team Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Coaching, Outlook, Leadership, System Administration, Process Improvement, Technical Recruiting, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Training, Business Analysis, Software Asset..., Hardware Asset..., IT Asset Management, Software Documentation, Asset Dispositions, Vendor Management, Purchasing, Negotiation, Knowledge Management, Mobile Devices, Altiris, BMC Remedy, Telecom Expense..., IAITAM Certified Mobile..., Knowledge-Centered...
Education
Hope International University 1994 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Music Teacher Education
Hope International University 1994 — 1999
Bachelor's degree, Music Teacher Education
Blizzard Entertainment March 2015 - Present
Blizzard Entertainment December 2012 - March 2015
Blizzard Entertainment January 2010 - December 2012
Double Helix Games January 2009 - November 2009
Foundation 9 Entertainment July 2008 - January 2009
Vivendi Universal Games June 2007 - July 2008
Skills
Video Games, Quality Assurance, Xbox 360, PS3, Software Documentation, Gameplay, Testing, Training, Leadership, MMO, Game Development, Computer Games, Wii, JavaScript, HTML 5, CSS, Git, Photoshop, Web Development, Illustrator, Front-end Engineering, Front-end
Education
Albion College 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts, English
Designery June 2006 - Present
Drissi Advertising March 2006 - May 2010
Knowledge Adventure 2006 - 2008
Vivendi Universal Games November 2000 - 2006
Vivendi Games 2000 - 2006
Dynamic Images November 1998 - November 2000
Production Photo Graphics 1998 - 2000
E.C. Technologies, Inc / d.b.a. Express Color May 1994 - November 1998
Skills
Color Correction, Press Checks, Art Direction, Color Printing, Large Format, Mechanicals, Mockups, Trade Show Graphics, Software Packaging, Toy Industry, Entertainment Industry, Inkjet, Video Games, Concept Design, Production Managers, File Preparation, Spot Color, Clipping Paths, Image Compositing, Epson, Onyx RIP, Image Manipulation, Typography, Packaging, Layout, Logo Design, Graphics, Illustration, Creative Direction, Mac, Digital Printing, Photoshop, Animation, Pre-press
Education
California State University-Long Beach
BA, Art
Cornerstone OnDemand January 2012 - Present
Possible Worldwide July 2011 - January 2012
Kurtzman Carson Consultants, LLC October 2008 - May 2011
Wakeupstar Media November 2009 - December 2010
uTest March 2008 - December 2010
Bayou Power August 2007 - July 2010
Activision August 2008 - October 2008
Vivendi Universal Games March 2008 - August 2008
Vivendi Games March 2008 - August 2008
Vivendi Games November 2006 - March 2008
Skills
C#, SQL, Java, C++, Social Media Marketing, Video Games, Game Development, Quality Assurance, Agile Methodologies, Scrum, Game Design, Xbox 360, Software Quality..., HTML, Testing, JIRA, Microsoft Team..., Firebug, Agile Project Management, Project Management, PS3, Databases, Visual Studio, Microsoft Excel, Test Planning, Version One, Software Development, Software Project..., TFS, Cornerstone
Education
Santa Monica College 2008 — 2008
Los Angeles Harbor College 2006 — 2006
Lincoln University (MO) 2004 — 2005
Southern University and Agricultural and Mechanical College at Baton Rouge 2003 — 2004
Cerritos College 2001 — 2003
United States Steel Corporation May 2013 - Present
Xilinx December 2011 - April 2013
Sanmina-SCI January 2011 - December 2011
ACTIVISION July 2008 - December 2010
Vivendi Universal Games March 2006 - July 2008
ces 2005 - 2006
ces 2005 - 2006
Skills
Oracle Applications, PL/SQL, Oracle E-Business Suite, Oracle, Oracle RAC, Oracle Discoverer, Oracle HR, Java Enterprise Edition, Weblogic, Oracle SOA Suite, OBIEE, Unix, Unix Shell Scripting, ERP, Data Warehousing, Performance Tuning, Databases, OAM, ETL, Tomcat, SOA, RMAN, Shell Scripting
Education
Central Queensland University 1997 — 2001
Bachelor's degree, Information Technology
Activision July 2008 - April 2011
Vivendi Universal Games April 2003 - July 2008
Vivendi Universal Games December 2001 - March 2003
Knowledge Adventure May 1999 - November 2001
Knowledge Adventure August 1998 - May 1999
Skills
Licensing, HTML, Video Games, Mobile Applications, JIRA, Software Quality..., Localization, PS3, Test Planning, Test Management, Testing, Project Management, Social Games, Quality Assurance, Xbox 360, Windows, Casual Games, Console, iPhone, Online Gaming, Team Leadership, Bug Tracking, Wii, Databases, Gameplay, DevTrack, Computer Games, Localization Testing, Website Testing, Packaging Review, Manual/Documentation..., MMORPG, Mobile Games, Web Testing, MMO
Education
California State University-Long Beach
B.S., Computer Science
El Camino College
General Education, Physics
PlayStation December 2014 - Present
General Cigar November 2012 - December 2014
Disney Interactive Studios October 2008 - August 2012
Disney Interactive Studios October 2008 - December 2011
Vivendi Universal Games February 2002 - September 2008
Phillips Sales November 1998 - February 2002
Skills
Account Management, New Business Development, Contract Negotiation, Forecasting, Customer Relationship..., Revenue and Profit..., Presentation Skills, Teambuilding &..., Strategic Selling, Key Account Negotiations, Identifying Untapped..., Negotiation, Revenue, Leadership, Strategy, Merchandising, Sales Operations, Video Games, Product Development, CRM, Sales Management, Product Marketing, Management, Sales, Retail, Budgets, Marketing, Product Management, Strategic Partnerships, Team Leadership, Competitive Analysis, Team Building
Education
Hampden-Sydney College 1994 — 1998
BA, Managerial Economics
Eclipse Advertising September 2004 - Present
Mattel/Disney/Universal/Konami May 2003 - September 2004
Seiniger 2003 - 2003
Vivendi Universal Games 2003 - 2003
NovaLogic Inc. 1997 - 2002
Skills
Art Direction, Packaging, Creative Direction, Video Games, Concept Design, Illustration, Graphic Design, Digital Illustration, Illustrator, User Interface Design, Logo Design, Photoshop, Brand Development, Motion Graphics, Concept Development, Storyboarding, Typography
Education
ArtCenter College of Design 2002 — 2007
continuing education in Maya, Website design and Flash
Central Washington University 1989 — 1993
BA, Graphic Design and Advertising
Pyxis Technologies May 2012 - Present
Looking for mandates or position November 2011 - May 2012
Warner Bros. Games Montreal September 2010 - November 2011
Warner Bros. Entertainment Group of Companies January 2009 - August 2010
Vivendi Universal Games 2006 - April 2010
Ubisoft January 2003 - April 2006
Socoma March 1994 - January 2003
Skills
Change Management, Operations Management, Video Games, Product Development, Strategic Planning, Program Management, IT Service Management, Team Building, Business Strategy, Process Improvement, Process Engineering, Service Management, Service Delivery, Team Leadership, Planning, Cross-functional Team..., P&L Management, People Management, IT Governance, PMP, Organizational..., Product Management, Business Process..., Continuous Improvement, Leadership Development, IT Strategy, Outsourcing, Management Consulting, Coaching, Business Planning, Strategy Development, Adaptation
Education
Concordia University 1983 — 1986
MBA, International Operations and Marketing
Université de Montréal - Ecole polytechnique de Montréal 1967 — 1973
BSc A, Industrial Engineering
Ubisoft July 2011 - Present
Square Enix April 2009 - June 2011
Vivendi Universal Games October 2007 - January 2009
Vivendi Universal Games July 2006 - October 2007
Skills
MMO, Digital Distribution, Entertainment, Global Marketing, Product Marketing, Product Management, Online Marketing, Digital Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Brand Development, Competitive Analysis, International Marketing, Monetization, Strategic Partnerships, Digital Strategy, Interactive..., Digital Media, Online Gaming, Xbox 360, Brand Management, Console, Marketing, Product Launch, Casual Games, Computer Games, Video Games, PS3, Wii, Social Games, Mobile Games, Online Advertising, MMORPG, Developer Relations, Community Management, Virtual Goods, Gaming, Gameplay, Game Development, Game Design, Gaming Industry, Game Mechanics, Community Sites
Education
Institut d'Etudes Politiques de Grenoble 1994 — 1997
Absolution Brewing Company February 2014 - Present
Spark Unlimited September 2011 - September 2013
Activision September 2008 - September 2011
Vivendi Universal Games April 2007 - September 2008
Vivendi Games Mobile June 2006 - April 2007
Skills
Xbox 360, PS3, Wii, DevTrack, JIRA, Hansoft, Final Cut Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, Perforce, Photography, Camera Operating, Game Testing, Gameplay, Video Games, Computer Games, Video Editing, Color Correction, After Effects, Drawing, Cinematics, Cinematography, Bink, Photo Touch-up, Image Manipulation, Image Editing, Quality Assurance
Education
Brooks Institute of Photography 2002 — 2005
BA, Film and Video Production
LVL UP Ventures February 2015 - Present
OnMyBlock July 2014 - February 2015
Electronic Arts July 2012 - July 2014
Electronic Arts June 2010 - June 2012
LVL UP Ventures September 2008 - June 2010
Vivendi Universal Games January 2006 - September 2008
Vivendi Games Australia March 2001 - January 2006
Affinitas - Internet Community portal September 1999 - June 2000
The Gillette Company (Acquired by Procter & Gamble) August 1986 - August 1999
Skills
Strategy, Digital Media, Entrepreneurship, Digital Strategy, Online Advertising, Strategic Partnerships, Marketing, New Business Development, Management, Product Management, Monetization, Start-ups, Leadership, Social Games, Digital Marketing, Mobile Games, Video Games, Mobile Applications, Product Marketing, Business Strategy, P&L Management, Team Leadership, Interactive..., Social Media, Mobile Devices, Game Design, Mobile Marketing, Mergers, Online Gaming, MMO, Casual Games, Digital Distribution, Game Development, E-commerce, Gaming, Go-to-market Strategy, Start-up, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Online Marketing, Consulting, Strategic Planning, Competitive Analysis, Brand Management, Product Development, Integrated Marketing, Global Management, Consultative Selling, Business Development
Education
ESSEC - ESSEC Business School
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Marketing, Strategy and Management
Stanford University
Executive Leadership Program
Amazon January 2015 - Present
Redbox January 2014 - January 2015
Redbox February 2011 - February 2014
Ampergen/PowerGenix December 2009 - August 2010
Harcos Energy Potions February 2009 - November 2009
Vivendi Universal Games July 2002 - August 2008
Richey & Co January 2000 - April 2002
Sunglass Hut/Watch World Int October 1998 - January 2000
Rockingham Flames January 1996 - January 1998
Skills
Consumer Products, Strategic Partnerships, Product Marketing, Video Games, Marketing Strategy, Product Management, Competitive Analysis, Marketing, Customer Insight, Forecasting, Retail, Brand Management, Merchandising, New Business Development, Online Advertising, Digital Marketing, Negotiation, Closing Deals, Account Management, MDF, Department Budget..., Expense Budget..., P&L Management, Management, Leadership, Business Development, Integrated Marketing, Sales, Trade Shows, Business Planning, E-commerce
Education
Curtin University 1992 — 1996
BSC Hons, Psychology
Hale School 1985 — 1990
Spin Master Ltd. April 2010 - May 2012
Bacardi April 2009 - April 2010
Vivendi Universal Games July 2002 - September 2008
GSM June 2001 - June 2002
Zale August 2000 - June 2001
Sam's Club April 1997 - August 2000
Sam's Club September 1996 - April 1997
Sam's Club March 1994 - October 1996
Famous Footwear March 1993 - February 1994
Famous Footwear August 1992 - March 1993
Skills
Forecasting, Product Development, AFAA Certified Personal..., Retail, Cross-functional Team..., Competitive Analysis, Merchandising, Sales Management, P&L Management, Brand Management, Consumer Products
Education
East Central University 1989 — 1991
BS, Business Administration
Seminole State College 1986 — 1988
AS, Business Administration
Strother High School 1983 — 1987
H&R Block December 2010 - Present
Deseret Industries 2008 - Present
Self Employed April 2005 - Present
World Group Securities January 2001 - Present
Vivendi Universal Games 1995 - 2004
Activision Blizzard, Inc (formerly Vivendi Universal Games) 1995 - 2004
Dataproducts Corporation 1990 - 1995
Quotron Systems, Inc. April 1983 - August 1990
Skills
Teacher Training, Managerial, Problem Solving, Leadership Development, Quality Assurance, Teaching, Microsoft Office, Team Leadership, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Leadership, Team Building, Training, Budgets, Coaching
Education
University of Phoenix 1990 — 1993
MBA, Management
Control Data 1982 — 1983
AS, Computer Technology
University of California, Los Angeles
BA, Music. Minors: Math & Physics.
Citrus College
AA, Music
Digital Domain 3.0 January 2014 - Present
Digital Domain February 2010 - Present
Digital Domain November 2009 - February 2010
Activision November 2008 - November 2009
Vivendi Universal Games June 2008 - November 2008
Skills
Linux System..., Data Warehousing, Data Management, Production..., Production Assistance, Quality Assurance, Rendering, Video Games, PS3, Xbox 360, Maya, Computer Games, Gameplay, Visual Effects, Animation, Unreal Engine 3, DevTrack, Game Development
Education
Full Sail University 2003 — 2004
Centinela Valley Union High School District March 2013 - Present
Centinela Valley Union High School District November 2009 - March 2013
Activision Blizzard, Inc. (fka Vivendi Games, Inc.) 2000 - April 2009
Vivendi Universal Games June 2000 - March 2009
Skills
Project Management, Team Building, Facilities Management, Budgets, Operations Management, Team Leadership, Project Planning, Strategic Planning, Procurement, Recruiting, Negotiation, Performance Management, Process Scheduler, Vendor Management, Contract Negotiation, Business Development, Management
Education
Westwood College of Aviation 2001 — 2003
Certificate, Aircraft Technician
El Camino College 1998 — 2000
General
Gatehouse Partners, LLC October 2014 - Present
Castle & Cooke, Inc. December 2004 - June 2014
Vivendi Universal Games February 2000 - December 2004
Skills
Mergers & Acquisitions, Transfer Pricing, Accounting, Financial Analysis, Internal Controls, Financial Reporting, Budgets, Forecasting, Financial Modeling, General Ledger, Corporate Tax, SEC filings, GAAP, Due Diligence, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, SEC Filings
Education
California State University-Los Angeles
BS, Accounting / Econ
Activision Blizzard June 2013 - Present
Activision Blizzard June 2005 - Present
Vivendi Games, Inc. June 1999 - July 2008
Vivendi Universal Games March 2002 - June 2004
Skills
Video Games, Digital Media, Entertainment, PeopleSoft, Project Management, Onboarding, Game Development, Management, Team Leadership, Customer Service, Game Design, OS X, Licensing, Employee Relations, Social Media Marketing
Education
El Camino College 2005 — 2007
AA, Business Administration
The Nielsen Company March 2011 - Present
The Nielsen Company July 2008 - May 2011
Vivendi Universal Games October 2007 - July 2008
Nielsen Games / Nielsen Entertainment June 2006 - October 2007
Nielsen NRG March 2004 - June 2006
Nielsen NRG June 2000 - March 2004
Skills
Qualitative Research, Marketing Research, Market Research, Data Analysis, Survey Design, Focus Groups, Consumer Behaviour, Management, Analysis, Quantitative Research, Customer Insight, Nielsen, Research, Segmentation, Advertising Research, Analytics, Brand Equity, Market Analysis, Primary Research, Consumer Insight
Education
Florida State University 1991 — 1995
Bachelors
Blizzard Entertainment September 2014 - Present
Activision-Blizzard November 2008 - January 2010
Activision-Blizzard June 2008 - November 2008
Vivendi Universal Games 2005 - 2008
Skills
Video Games, Compatibility Testing, Xbox 360, QA, Quality Assurance, QA Lead, Computer Hardware, Project Management, DevTrack, JIRA, Software Development..., Customer Service, Testing, Test Planning, Test Management, Test Cases, Manual Testing, Regression Testing, Gaming Industry, Serious Gaming, Computer Gaming, Game Development, Game Mechanics, Leadership, Team Leadership, Technical Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Wii, Mobile Devices, Mobile Games, Software Development, MMO, MMORPG, PC building, PC, Mac OS, Perforce, SDLC, Casual Games, Cross-platform..., Level Design, PS3, PSP, Gameplay, Console, Social Games, Online Gaming
Education
Irvine Valley College 2013 — 2014
Computer Science
Citrus College 2003 — 2004
Kung Fu Factory August 2015 - Present
Renegadeware August 2011 - Present
Wicked Loot, Inc. September 2014 - July 2015
Midnight Oil May 2014 - June 2014
Lantern LA January 2012 - January 2013
Walt Disney Internet Group October 2008 - August 2011
Slipgate Ironworks January 2007 - October 2008
Warner Bros. February 2005 - December 2006
Xibalba Studios January 2004 - January 2005
Vivendi Universal Games June 2003 - January 2004
Skills
Video Games, Mobile Games, Game Development, Programming, Gameplay, Game Design, Social Games, Casual Games, Computer Games, Level Design, C#, User Interface, Texturing
Education
Digipen Institute of Technology 1999 — 2003
BS, Realtime Interactive Simulation
Lunarpages Internet Solutions February 2014 - Present
FAR WEST ASSOCIATES July 2006 - December 2013
Vivendi Universal Games April 1997 - September 2003
ADP April 2000 - April 2001
Skills
Employee Relations, Performance Management, Recruiting, Human Resources, New Hire Orientations, Training, Payroll, Interviews, HRIS, Benefits Administration, Coaching, Employee Training, Sales, Customer Service, Management, Strategic Planning, Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, Employee Engagement, Event Planning, Deferred Compensation, Employee Benefits, Benefits Negotiation
Education
BBA
BBA, Business Administration and Management, General
Georgia State University
B.B.A, Management
Disney Interactive Studios June 2014 - Present
Antiquiet January 2009 - Present
Inhance Digital February 2014 - June 2014
Disney Interactive Studios December 2011 - June 2013
Disney Interactive Studios August 2008 - November 2010
Vivendi Universal Games June 2004 - August 2004
Skills
Quality Assurance, Customer Service, Information Technology, Social Networking, Networking, Social Networking Sites, Twitter, Facebook, Microsoft Office, Typing, Learning Quickly, Eager to learn new..., Learn New Software..., DevTrack, Xbox 360, PS3, Bug Tracking, Computer Games, Wii, Video Games, Hansoft, Playstation, Gameplay, Game Design, Social Games, Game Mechanics, Game Development
Education
California State University-Los Angeles 2006 — 2008
BA, Psychology
Activision August 2008 - Present
Vivendi Universal Games September 2006 - August 2008
Vivendi Universal Games April 2006 - August 2006
Education
Cal Poly Pomona
Independent Contractor September 2014 - Present
NBC Universal 2012 - 2014
Spin Master Ltd. August 2007 - June 2011
The Walt Disney Company March 2002 - June 2007
Vivendi Universal Games March 2001 - November 2001
Mattel July 1995 - March 2001
Hasbro January 1991 - July 1995
Skills
Team Leadership, Packaging, Product Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Merchandising, Marketing, Concept Development, Brand Development, New Business Development, Product Management, Project Planning, Digital Marketing, Product Development, Project Management, Team Building, Product Design, Social Media Marketing, Brand Architecture, Strategic Planning, Consumer Products, Market Research, Advertising, Cross-functional Team..., Creative Direction, Marketing Management, Retail, Social Media, Forecasting, Photoshop, Event Management, Event Planning, Management, Business Strategy, Account Management, Art Direction, Brand Management, Competitive Analysis, Budgets, Strategy, Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Toys, Creative Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Graphic Design, Concept Design, Corporate Branding, Branding & Identity
Education
Rhode Island School of Design 1981 — 1985
BFA, Graphic Design
Landmark Education
Time Inc. Affluent Media Group / FOOD & WINE December 2013 - Present
K Street Partners 2006 - 2008
The Walt Disney Company 2003 - 2006
Vivendi Universal Games 2000 - 2003
Education
Claremont Graduate University - Peter F. Drucker and Masatoshi Ito Graduate School of Management 1998 — 2000
MBA, Strategy
University of San Diego 1988 — 1992
BA, Political Science
Ubisoft July 2011 - Present
Sugar Inc October 2009 - July 2011
VPI.Net July 2007 - November 2009
Freelance 2002 - 2008
Vivendi Universal Games April 2007 - July 2007
Activision July 2004 - July 2006
Skills
Social Games, PS3, Video Games, Casual Games, Xbox 360
Education
Full Sail University 2001 — 2002
Associates, Computer Science - Animation
Scopely November 2014 - Present
Scopely April 2014 - Present
Scopely February 2013 - Present
Volt May 2012 - January 2013
Square Enix 2010 - January 2013
Law Offices of Larry D Lewellyn August 2009 - July 2010
Vivendi Universal Games June 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Video Games, Quality Assurance, Xbox 360, Game Development, Mobile Games, Social Games, Game Design, MMO, Customer Service, Gameplay, Online Gaming, Microsoft Office, Wii, Computer Games, Creative Writing, Photoshop, PS3, Gaming Industry, MAC, Bug Tracking, Competitive Gaming, Mobile Applications, Mobile Devices, PC, Clerical Skills, Media Relations, Technical Writing, ProTools, JIRA, Social Networking, Pro Tools, Testing, Casual Games, Android
Education
Hampton University 2005 — 2009
BA, Psychology
University of Southern California
Boat Consulting January 2007 - Present
OneWorld Health and Fitness LLC April 2002 - October 2006
Vivendi Universal Games August 2001 - January 2002
Mattel, Inc January 2001 - August 2001
Mattel Inc. July 1999 - January 2001
Mattel, Inc. March 1997 - July 1999
Skills
Inventory Management
Education
California State University-Long Beach
Bachelor of Arts, Radio, Television and Film
California State University, Los Angeles April 2015 - Present
California State University, Los Angeles September 2013 - June 2014
California State University, Los Angeles January 2013 - September 2013
El Nido Family Centers February 2012 - June 2012
California State University, Los Angeles - Department of Child and Family Studies February 2012 - June 2012
2K Games (Take Two Interactive) January 2012 - February 2012
California State University, Los Angeles - Office of Admissions and Recruitment August 2011 - December 2011
2K Games November 2008 - September 2010
Vivendi Universal Games April 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Xbox 360, PS3, Video Games, Wii, Gameplay, Computer Games, Game Development, DevTrack, Game Design, Multiplayer, Level Design, Game Testing, Seapine Test Track Pro, MMO, Console, Xbox
Education
California State University-Los Angeles 2013 — 2015
Master’s Degree, Child Development
California State University-Los Angeles 2007 — 2012
Bachelor’s Degree, Child Development
Games for Change January 2014 - Present
TaskRabbit January 2013 - January 2014
Cardinal Communications USA July 2013 - September 2013
Visit Films LLC March 2012 - August 2012
Hamptons International Film Festival April 2011 - October 2011
Red Line Films July 2010 - October 2010
Charlie Rose October 2009 - May 2010
Rogue Pictures & DiNovi Pictures May 2008 - August 2008
Vivendi Universal Games June 2005 - August 2006
Skills
Final Cut Pro, Social Media, New Media, Photoshop, Video Editing, Microsoft Office, Research, Constant Contact, QuickBooks
Education
NYU 2012 — 2014
Certificate, Entertainment Media Management
Cornell University 2004 — 2009
BA, Film Studies
USC Film School
Fieldston High School 1999 — 2004
Fox Entertainment Group February 2011 - Present
HUGE Inc. May 2010 - January 2011
SCGA.org November 2009 - April 2010
ABC Television October 2008 - February 2009
Deutsch Agency May 2008 - October 2008
Outsidelabs January 2008 - June 2008
BNQT Media Group November 2006 - November 2007
Mattel September 2003 - October 2006
Disney April 2003 - September 2003
Vivendi Universal Games August 2002 - April 2003
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Information Architecture, Product Development, User Interface, Mobile Applications, Mobile Internet, Mobile Design, User Experience, Agile Methodologies, Analytics, Business Intelligence, Team Building, Content Strategy, Video Production, Project Management, Product Management, Business Strategy, iPhone, Android, Web 2.0, Marketing Strategy, Online Marketing
Education
University of California, Los Angeles 2001 — 2003
BA, Film
California State University-Long Beach 1997 — 2001
BA, Marketing, Liberal Arts, Communication
Rally Certification - Scrum Product Owner 2011 — 2011
Certification, Management - Certified Scrum Product Owner
Agile ScrumMaster Certification - Platinum Edge 2010 — 2010
Certification, Management - Agile Scrum Master
Structured Portfolio Management November 2010 - Present
Magellan Aerospace November 2005 - November 2010
Vivendi Universal Games January 2002 - May 2005
Weight Watchers 2004 - 2005
Marc Ecko Enterprises 2004 - 2005
iVillage February 1999 - January 2002
Skills
VMware, System Administration, Vendor Management, Storage Area Networks, EMC Storage, NetApp, Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft Servers, Cloud Computing, Disaster Recovery, Windows, Dell PowerEdge Servers, Dell Workstations, HP Servers, SQL, Active Directory, Cluster Management, F5 BigIP, Data Center, Networking, Cisco Networking, Sonicwall, Infrastructure, Virtualization, DNS, Citrix, IT Operations, Windows Server, SAN
Education
Pace University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Computer Forensics
City University of New York
JR286 2007 - 2009
Genius Products LLC thru Ajilon 2007 - 2007
RubberCraft Corp. (Division of Sanders) 2005 - 2006
Vivendi Universal Games January 1999 - January 2004
Interstate Personnel Services 1998 - 1999
MAS Enterprises January 1997 - January 1998
Apria Healthcare January 1990 - January 1996
American Marketing Works January 1989 - January 1990
Education
El Camino College 2005 — 2010
Degree
Loyola Marymount University 1985 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts
Kaiser Permanente August 2012 - Present
Sails Group of Companies April 2012 - July 2012
Kaiser Permanente September 2011 - October 2011
Flagship Research March 2008 - October 2010
Broad Horizons November 2006 - August 2007
Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC July 2006 - October 2006
Vivendi Universal Games July 2005 - August 2005
CableConn Industries, Inc. June 2004 - August 2004
Skills
Outlook, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Social Media, Networking, Data Entry, Photoshop, Social Media Marketing
Education
California State University-San Marcos 2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona 2001 — 2006
N/A
ALON USA (Paramount Petroleum) June 2004 - Present
Vivendi Universal Games March 2003 - September 2003
Egyptian Drilling Company January 2000 - July 2001
ExxonMobil January 1998 - January 2000
Skills
Computer Literate, Excel, SAP, Microsoft Excel, Financial Reporting, Account Reconciliation, Accounts Payable, Accounting, General Ledger, Analysis, Leadership, Accruals, Management, Microsoft Word, JD Edwards, Time Management, Accounts Receivable, Budgets, QuickBooks, Tax, Auditing, Human Resources
Education
Ain Shams University 1993 — 1997
BS, Accounting
Seminole County Public Schools October 2002 - Present
Vivendi Universal Games March 2007 - September 2011
Skills
Event Planning, Customer Service, Coaching, Tutoring, Public Speaking, Teaching, Lesson Planning, Marketing Communications, Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Differentiated..., Team Leadership, Team Building, Cross-functional Team..., Teacher Training, Staff Development, Leadership Development, Classroom, Elementary Education, Educational Technology, Educational Leadership, Classroom Management, Curriculum Development
Education
Duquesne University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Music Education
Grand Canyon University
M.Ed, Curriculum and Instruction: Technology
Activision July 2008 - June 2009
Vivendi Universal Games April 2008 - July 2008
Whole Foods Market August 2005 - March 2008
Goodwill of Central Arizona November 2002 - June 2005
Skills
Quality Assurance, Customer Service, Sales, Cashiering, Writing, Cultural Anthropology, Photography, Anthropology, Public Speaking
Education
El Camino College 2010 — 2014
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Anthropology
El Camino College 2010 — 2014
Associate of Arts (A.A.), General Studies, Social and Behavioral Sciences