Video Game Executive and Production Leader

I’m Chris Klimecky, a Production and Business Team Leader With Over 30 Years of Experience in the Video Games Industry

I’m an ambitious and entrepreneurial-minded games production executive who has built, led, and/or consulted for a wide variety of teams to ship great games. Leading with empathy and constantly learning is at the heart of what I do, so I am always looking to better myself and those around me. As a result, I mentor talent from all disciplines to be goal-oriented, organized, and efficient within the ever-changing chaos of game development and publishing.



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Speaking

Speaking Engagements​

I am an active public speaker and frequent podcast guest. Click through to learn more about the game development, publishing, and leadership topics I love to share!

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Resume & Supporting Documents

Head of Production / Chief Project Officer

August 2023 – Present

Midwest Games

Green Bay, WI (remote from Seattle)
– Sourced and signed six game development teams/projects, released four (avg. Metacritic: 80), and managed eight relationships to elevate their chances of success through risk management, problem solving, game feedback, and production advisement.
– Built and managed QA, Localization, and Release Management teams, including establishment of vendor partnerships.
– Built and managed the publishing deal funnel from game submission and developer contact through final agreement negotiation.
– Worked closely with others on the Executive Team to make decisions about company finances, releases, demos, announcements, promotions, pricing, HR, IT, and general company management.

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Templates & Resources

Here are a couple of my most requested resources – click the button below for the complete list

01

Simple Budget & Milestones (spreadsheet)​

A straight forward, high level planning document for budget and milestone planning.

02

Publisher Pitch Deck​ (Powerpoint)

A pitch deck template that covers all the basics for publisher consideration.

03

Recommended Reading List (spreadsheet)​

Books that I recommend in the categories of Leadership, Success, and Project Management. Includes Amazon links and a Top 10 list.

Additional Templates & Resources