Self-published my first sci-fi novel Lonely Nights on High Rooftops

As a Senior Communications Manager at Bungie, I successfully led EMEA and LATAM communications for Destiny 2. I developed and executed high-impact PR strategies and innovative content creator campaigns, collaborating seamlessly with global teams and local agencies. I managed the EMEA & LATAM PR budget and analyzed performance metrics to optimize future campaigns. Leveraging my extensive experience in gaming and tech, I excelled in fostering strong relationships internally and with our agency network, as well as with media and influencers, driving significant engagement and visibility for the Destiny franchise.Notable achievements include:- Shipped Destiny 2: Into the Light and The Final Shape to rave reviews (90+ on Metacritic and OpenCritic) with effective communication strategies, within budget and tight deadlines, exceeding KPIs.- Assisted Bungie Foundation in expanding internationally, raising over $5 million for charity.- Conceptualized and executed projects like #CaydesFavorite, achieving over 1 million views, 600k impressions, and 60k hours watched.- Provided calm yet passionate leadership to Bungie staff and agency network, adapting to evolving landscapes while setting a gold standard.

In my role as PR, Events, Esports, Partnerships and Influencer manager I was tasked with creating and executing the Communications strategies for all PlayStation 1st party titles, hardware and services. I was also in charge of our consumer or media-facing events, such as our consumer booths at big local shows, launch events for games or hardware, and more. My responsibilities also included creating and executing plans for our Competitive Gamers and Esports Athletes, which often included working with non-endemic partners and third parties.Notable achievements include:- Led the RFP process for new agency representation within the Netherlands.- Delivered both PR and MKT campaigns for the launch of The Last of Us Part II and Ghost of Tsushima, both to critical acclaim, within the first months of the COVID-pandemic.- Created and executed a gold-standard launch of the PS5 within the Benelux - including a take-over of Amsterdam Tower - resulting in widespread media coverage and exceptional sales.- Secured national TV coverage for Guerrilla and the launch of Horizon Forbidden West as well as a take-over on Museum Square in Amsterdam. I've had the pleasure to work on very successful campaigns such as Marvel's Spider-Man, Days Gone, Death Stranding, The Last of Us Part II and Ghost of Tsushima as well as the PlayStation 5 launch and Horizon Forbidden West which had a massive local impact!

As marketing and communication officer I was tasked with all component related marketing for MSI in Sweden and Finland from our European headquarters in Eindhoven, NL. My tasks in this role included:- Organized & Executed the Dreamhack Winter 2017 booth.- Executed Paid Media campaigns directly with outlet partners, resulting in increased brand awareness and sales.- Set up hardware and video games partnerships which resulted in increased sales.- Managed relations with key media and content creators which increased MSI component use in reviews and exposure via partner channels.

As Community Manager, I mainly worked on Games-as-a-service projects such as The Crew and Tom Clancy’s The Division and the Star Players program. I was the center point of communication for the community management and customer support teams in multiple languages. My main tasks included:Created and planned content for various global social channels.- Created reports on community sentiment and activity which informed decision-making by stakeholders.- Managed a team of local-specific community managers to ensure a globally uniform approach with communities and key players.- Fan outreach and Creator Relations at consumer trade shows and studio visits which resulted in increased content generation.- Presented Twitch streams, Podcasts and Videos.

In this position I was a Community Manager/Project Manager for PES - Association Football, a Facebook football management game with over 500,000 active players, and Yu-Gi-Oh! BAM, a CCG with over 1 million active players. Both these games were free-to-play social games by Konami

• Setting up, monitoring and moderating the various communication channels such as Facebook, Twitter, Forums, Blog and customer support email• Liaise with fansites to provide interviews and exclusive content to boost community engagement• Customer support through official channels and fansites• Daily copywriting for the various channels and digital content creation (artwork, podcasts, etc.)• Organize creative events related to the game, both in game and on the social channels• Games testing

• Redefined key selling points for solar panels, in accordance with changing political landscape.• Created, enhanced and maintained the company's digital presence and online marketing efforts• Improved and updated the company's graphic materials and tools used by the sales department• Created the opportunity for television advertising combined with integration in a prime-time television show relevant to our target audience.• Organized and provided the necessary tools for both Dutch and French trade shows and open door days.

I've worked as a Marketing Intern at Curieus West-Vlaanderen as part of my education.My tasks mainly included:• Setting up, monitoring and engaging people on our social channels and website• Event organization• Creation of marketing assets such as posters to promote events• Creation of expo materials• Support of local Curieus organizations