Yannis Patras Email & Phone Number

The Hague, South Holland, Netherlands

Overseas Business Development (EU, NA, LATAM). WhisperGames is a globally active video game publisher based in Xiamen, China that focuses on giving video game developers the edge they need to succeed in the Asian and Global markets.

The Hague, South Holland, Netherlands

Working on Hammer & Ravens' upcoming title, Ale Abbey. An immensely cute, zen, and very rewarding Monastery Brewery tycoon set in the late Middle Ages!

Rotterdam, South Holland, Netherlands

Thessaloniki

Concept creator, content generator, wordsmith, and photographer. The B.A.D. project keeps its focus on 3 equally important areas; the dancer, her surroundings, and of course the photographers' point of view. We feel that all three are related to dancing somehow; the fluidity of expression made available through photography helps us “picture” the moment and orchestrate a choreography that amalgamates the surroundings with the dancer.

Thessaloniki, Greece

• Planned Total Eclipse's blog content, advised on material, and disseminated to relevant audiences, resulting in an immediate increase in blog traffic• Defined Total Eclipse's marketing communication goals, planned and managed all copy used in social media, media outlets and blogs, business briefs representing the studio in conventions and competitions, in-game copy, and storylines • Created and curated the studio’s media contact list consisting of journalists from a number of relevant outlets of varying sizes, prominence, and format (traditional, bloggers, and YouTubers). Managed all media relationships and communications and strengthened the studios' ties with local and international press• Executed, analyzed, and reported on 4 in-house UX tests working with volunteers of varying levels of experience in both gaming and UX• Conducted marketing research and presented results and planning to the entire team. Compiled a major marketing plan that was critical in understanding the strategy and actions necessary for a universal version release of "A Clockwork Brain"• Worked alongside other collaborators in various fields to optimize game content relevance and representation in new or emerging target markets• Strategized and prepared all PR content and activities. Defined PR goals and partnered with other PR collaborators. Compiled press releases and prepared all media-related material for distribution• Conducted extensive market research to identify niche outlets and portals to strengthen Total Eclipse's distribution reach• Offered valuable support to production with many gameplay elements and mechanics ideas eventually making it in the final gameCredited in:1. Fashion Getaway (iOS)2. Monster Snack (iOS)3. A Clockwork Brain (Amazon, Android, and iOS)

Thessaloniki

• Introduced the entire institution and each one of its interested departments to new forms of communication with their respected communities via social media and email marketing• Created and maintained the institution's first working online newsletter• Maintained the institution’s website, partook in the generation of its content, and rethought online services offered and navigation, focusing on a more user friendly experience (introduced web analytics and generated concise reports)• Generated material (content and design directions, for both traditional and online media) that aimed at both Greek and English speaking audiences (USA & Europe)• Greatly contributed to all development stages of new products and services, providing critically needed consultation and proactive support for issues arising from changes in established promotional practices and product lines• Created guides to educate key figures of the institution in the importance of relevant content in the institutions website and assisted in generating it

Thessaloniki

• Supported the institution's Annual Fund program by creating and editing content that aimed the constituency (appeal letters, invitations to events, mass emails, etc.)• Organized quasi “open house” happenings for groups of potential donors, as well as fundraising and awareness events• Engaged in extensive and complex work pertaining the organization’s constituency database producing up to date and reliable results (over Blackbaud’s “Raiser’s Edge” platform)• Responsible for training co-workers in the database's proper and safe use• Many times directly responsible for communicating information from and to the members of the Administration and the Board of Trustees of the institution, for better coordination of high-end donor solicitation• Worked with a waning budget (amounting to 10-12% of total raised funds) without compromising a constantly increasing fundraising goal

Thessaloniki

• Responsible for inspecting the quality of products, inventory record keeping, and managing warehouse personnel• Coordinator of the freight companies employed for product transportation abroad or within the country• Worked with an extremely tight and limited budget, yet managed to innovate office and warehouse operations and practices including loading procedures, IT, Communications, online presence and Marketing• Responsible for researching the market for product and customer availability, pricing policies, and evaluating the market’s general environment• Knowledge and responsibilities gave me immediate access to senior personnel of our corporate clients making it easier to form close ties and enhance cooperation

Master Of Science (Msc), Advanced Marketing Management

Bachelor Of Science (Bsc), Business Administration (Concentration In Marketing)

Bachelor Of Science (Bsc), Computer Management Information Systems