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Edwin Chan

@edwinchan

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Dynamic Senior Product Manager with 17+ years in gaming industry.

Malta

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation and collaboration, where I can lead teams to create engaging products and drive strategic growth.

As a Senior Product Manager with over 17 years of experience in the video game and igaming industry, I have a proven track record of leading cross-functional teams and driving the development of market-leading games. My journey has taken me through esteemed companies like Sony, Nintendo, and Apple, where I have honed my skills in game development and brand creation. I excel in transforming creative visions into captivating products that resonate with global audiences.

Throughout my career, I have spearheaded initiatives that have significantly enhanced production output and operational efficiency. For instance, I successfully transformed production output from 2-3 to 6-8 games per year, directly impacting profitability and market share. My commitment to excellence is evident in my ability to establish profitable partnerships and streamline production processes, ensuring that my teams deliver high-quality games that set industry benchmarks.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior Product Manager

Current

Xciting Group

Oct 2024 - Present (9 months)

Led four key initiatives including streamlining the production process and managing the planning of 31 games per year. Identified and nurtured long-term partnerships while leading the branding and identity development for Xciting Studios.

Confluence Jira Slack Leadership Strategic Planning Stakeholder Management Communication Skills

Senior Product Manager

Circular Arrow (Games Global)

Jul 2021 - Mar 2024 (2 years 8 months)

Steered four critical initiatives, including establishing a new production pipeline and enhancing the studio's roadmap to double annual game output. Cultivated strategic partnerships and led the branding ideation for Circular Arrow.

Confluence Jira Slack Leadership Strategic Planning Stakeholder Management Data Driven Decision Making Brand Development

Product Lead

Pulse 8 Studios (Games Global)

Sep 2019 - Jun 2021 (1 year 9 months)

Directed a comprehensive studio transformation, elevating three production teams to full autonomy and refining development phases. Championed the end-to-end process of game creation from concept to market launch, ensuring innovative slot game experiences.

Confluence Jira Teams Leadership Data Driven Decision Making Communication Skills Market Intelligence

Business Development Manager

Billion Soft (Hong Kong) Ltd.

Aug 2016 - Aug 2019 (3 years)

Spearheaded the resurgence of iconic brands like Accolade and Humongous Entertainment, managing a portfolio of over 100 IPs. Engineered the relaunch of the Accolade brand as an independent games publisher, securing partnerships with over 10 indie studios.

Project Management Strategic Planning Stakeholder Management Business Development Branding

Product Director

Entertainment Direct Asia Ltd.

Oct 2013 - Jun 2016 (2 years 8 months)

Led the innovation and development of a cutting-edge video distribution system, directing and mentoring a diverse team of 9 professionals. Launched a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) within six months, attracting over 10 local content creators.

Project Management Coaching Strategic Planning Stakeholder Engagement Agile Scrum Market Analysis

Game Producer

Mobile Now Shanghai Co., Ltd.

Sep 2012 - Oct 2013 (1 year 1 month)

Led the strategic and operational aspects of developing three distinct mobile games for the China market, managing an 18-member development team. Spearheaded the launch of three mobile games on the Apple App Store and Google Play.

Project Management Strategic Planning Stakeholder Management Game Design Hiring Mentoring Scrum Agile

QA Specialist

SAMVO International Ltd.

Dec 2010 - Aug 2012 (1 year 8 months)

Founded and led the QA department, significantly boosting product quality and efficiency by establishing QA standards. Improved development workflows and product delivery through leadership in training, strategic hiring, and cross-functional collaboration.

Project Management Quality Assurance Stakeholder Management Process Improvement Leadership Mentoring

System Tester

SAMVO Hong Kong Ltd.

Nov 2009 - Dec 2010 (1 year 1 month)

Played a pivotal role in the QA team, ensuring the highest standards of quality across multiple projects. Collaborated closely with engineering, business intelligence, customer service, compliance, and marketing teams to validate product functionality.

Selenium JMeter Bugzilla Manual Testing Stakeholder Management

Hardware Manager & QA

Gameloft Iberica

Mar 2006 - Sep 2009 (3 years 6 months)

Ensured top game quality and user experience across platforms, leading key testing for releases and payment portals. Advised on mobile device compatibility and conducted rigorous testing on major titles.

Bugzilla Sourcing Mobile Testing

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

De Montford University

Certificate of Computing and Hispanic Studies, Computing and Hispanic Studies

Completed a Certificate of Computing and Hispanic Studies at De Montford University. This program provided a foundational understanding of computing principles alongside an immersive study of Hispanic culture and language.