Kyle Brink Email & Phone Number

Kirkland, WA, US

Independent consultant providing custom services to clients including:Toys 'R' Us (in-store technology strategy and AR application development)Khan Academy, the free e-learning platform (product review and strategy)Mercenary Technology, an accomplished AAA console studio developing both original and licensed IP (VR and traditional game design and publisher.

Bellevue, Washington, US

I led the Dungeons & Dragons tabletop game studio, producing and publishing a game I've been playing since I was in grade school. Couldn't have been happier or more in my element. We delivered the premier role-playing game experience on tabletop and digital (on D&D Beyond), continuing to lead the category we created and to serve a larger audience every.

Bellevue, Washington, US

I led the business side of D&D, which included the product management and production teams. I supported the operational needs of the broader Digital Games Studio as the SVP of Studio’s functional chief of staff, working closely with all unit leads to achieve business objectives including one of the best financial years D&D has ever posted.

Bellevue, WA, US

Owner of game development framework for NCSOFT West, giving teams and executives the two-way transparency and accountability they need to work efficiently, build trust, achieve quality, and identify risks early. Responsible for ensuring all teams and executives know what to deliver and what to expect.Note: this role is continuous with my prior roles at.

Project Horseshoe was an annual think tank of game designers, executives, academics, and other key contributors to our ongoing efforts to solve the toughest problems in game design.We tackled emerging and persistent issues in our field, and produced white papers describing insights and solutions.

Bellevue, WA, US

Responsible for all game development projects and disciplines at the home of Guild Wars 2.

Bellevue, WA, US

As head of the production team at the home of Guild Wars 2, I help a talented team of producers to serve and guide our 400 teammates to success.

New York, NY, US

Following the sale of Viggle to Perk, I successfully integrated Viggle products, technology, and teams into the larger Perk organization and product suite before exiting on good terms.

New York, NY, US

Led product development, customer service, creative design, and operations teams across all offices.Restructured the organization to reduce costs ahead of a planned sale while sustaining the quality of the Viggle product suite across mobile and web platforms.

New York, NY, US

Viggle is a consumer rewards platform, allowing users to earn points for their activity on our platform and exchange them at our mobile and web e-commerce storefronts for physical and digital goods. Viggle monetized by serving digital advertising.The product development team was composed of product, engineering, and operations professionals in three.

New York, NY, US

At Viggle, we designed and delivered engaging, novel companion entertainment to accompany television viewing, we rewarded you for your loyalty to shows, and we gave you a one-tap way to access all the best available content for the show you're watching.As head of the product group, I was responsible for every element of the user experience. My team was a.

New York, NY, US

Led the design and development of second-screen games to accompany television, specified loyalty and "gamification" elements for the main app, aided sales team in educating clients about the opportunities in the space, and participated in M&A activity from due diligence through product integration.In a fast-moving startup environment, wrote specifications.

San Francisco, CA, US

In a series of fast-paced development cycles, I worked with all disciplines to help improve the appeal and value of iWin's free-to-play social games on the Facebook platform.These games monetized through in-game e-commerce storefronts where users paid for digital product enhancements to enhance their game experiences.

Mountain View, CA, US

Using my knowledge of game development and skill at working with highly skilled technical professionals, I communicated and coordinated across multiple system components and teams to help create a groundbreaking multi-platform gaming experience.

GB

At Sega's San Francisco studio (formerly Secret Level), I provided our projects with clear creative vision. I led the design department through the development of Iron Man 2, created and improved design processes, and was lucky enough to work with highly skilled professionals in every discipline. I provided an attentive ear and a problem-solving mind.

Santa Monica, California, US

As lead designer on an action/adventure shooter, I had primary responsibility for gameplay design, character design, and systems design. I recruited and mentored new design talent, I developed and implemented repeatable and scalable game development processes, I managed a team to schedule and budget requirements, and I had a hell of a lot of fun. In our.

US

I invest in, and operate, a number of rental properties around the country.

Los Gatos, CA, US

Primary responsibilities included design and development of game systems for online multiplayer games on multiple platforms. I collaborated with multiple disciplines and designers to create, plan, implement, test, and release engaging online multiplayer games.Primary project: Champions Online.

I was president and owner of a Jacuzzi hot tub dealership in Brentwood, CA, selling hot tubs, swimming pools, billiards tables, and custom outdoor kitchens.I was not your typical small businessman, as I was leveraging my extensive corporate training from my years at Electronic Arts. My employees were encouraged to grow and were treated with respect. In.

Redwood City, CA, US

Projects included:- The Sims Online- The Sims House Party- TheSims.comTasks included:- Customer relationship management- Budget and schedule oversight- Project management- Game design- Online community management- Game and website development- Management of off-site teams and contractors- Internal personnel management- Media interviews and PR support.

Paterson, NSW, AU

Projects included:- Star Trek: Birth of the Federation- Star Trek: Generations- Star Trek: "A Final Unity"- Starship Troopers (project terminated by new ownership)- Master of Magic 2 (project terminated at studio closure)Tasks included:- Design of game tools and data structures- Direction and coordination of contract writers and voice actors- Game, AI, and.

Projects included:- Mig-29- Falcon 3: The Official Combat Strategy Book- Hornet- Falcon MC- Falcon 3.0- Tetris ClassicTasks included:- Game and interface design- Graphic design and layout- Manual writing- Research and fact checking- Indexing and proofreading- Product testing for quality assurance

Bs, Business Management

Bachelor'S Degree (Incomplete), Computer Science, Journalism

High School Diploma