Services
Service Providers, Co-Developers
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Help vendors align their services with what studios actually need, timelines, communication styles, documentation, pipelines, etc.
Translate studio expectations into clear, actionable internal workflows.
Advise on team structure and project management practices to handle AAA/AA expectations.
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Evaluate portfolios and client-facing materials to better showcase strengths and specialization.
Guide content strategy to match current industry trends and studio requirements.
Refine case studies, proposals, and decks to better communicate value to potential clients.
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Review and improve internal production workflows to meet studio standards and scale efficiently.
Suggest best practices for QA, asset tracking, milestone delivery, and version control.
Align teams with studio tooling expectations (Jira, Perforce, Airtable, etc.).
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Coach teams on soft skills, communication etiquette, and client-facing professionalism.
Help build trust with clients through clear, respectful, and proactive communication.
Offer insight into cultural differences and working styles across regions (from your global experience).
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Identify potential growth areas and services that align with market needs.
Guide companies on entering new regions or expanding into new disciplines (art, engineering, audio, etc.).
Provide introductions to your global network of studios and industry leaders.
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Help vendors understand how studios think about budgets and ROI.
Review or assist in creating cost models that balance competitive pricing with quality delivery.
Offer strategies for scalable pricing, retainer models, or long-term engagement structures.
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Help prepare polished responses to RFPs (Requests for Proposals) from major studios.
Train teams on how to deliver impactful pitch meetings and demos.
Share real-world feedback on what decision-makers are really looking for in a partner.
Game Studios, Publishers & Developers
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Build or refine external development strategies tailored to studio goals, production stage, and budget.
Help teams define when, how, and who to outsource across disciplines like art, engineering, audio, and QA.
Design scalable, flexible ecosystems of trusted vendors with built-in risk mitigation.
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Leverage your global network to identify and recommend best-fit partners.
Lead or support vendor evaluations, portfolio reviews, and pilot project planning.
Set up vendor onboarding processes, expectations, and alignment practices from day one.
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Analyze current pipelines and workflows to identify friction points in collaboration with external teams.
Recommend tooling, documentation standards, review cycles, and delivery formats that reduce rework and delays.
Introduce scalable processes that support sustainable, high-quality delivery over time.
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Coach internal teams on how to foster strong, respectful, and productive relationships with external vendors.
Offer guidance on bridging cultural gaps, managing expectations, and navigating tough conversations.
Help build a culture of trust and long-term partnership with external teams.
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Train internal external development or outsourcing teams on best practices, common pitfalls, and strategic thinking.
Share insights into vendor engagement, budget planning, milestone tracking, and relationship building.
Mentor mid-level producers or managers stepping into vendor-facing roles.
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Help teams forecast and manage external development budgets with flexibility and accuracy.
Advise on cost models, contract structures, and financial planning to maximize vendor ROI.
Align external costs with internal expectations—avoiding surprise overages or under-scoped work.
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Step in to assess vendor/studio relationship challenges and provide actionable recovery plans.
Mediate or support re-alignments to get projects back on track.
Offer ongoing advisory support to ensure external collaborations stay healthy and productive.