About
With a rich history of experience and expertise in product creation, production, direction, and design, I've honed my strengths in production, creativity, and mentorship., I've contributed to acclaimed companies such as Activision, Electronic Arts, Age of Learning, and Princess Cruise Lines. Notable collaborations include Star Wars, The Simpsons, The Sims, NBA, NFL, NASCAR, Dreamworks, Disney, and most recently The Walking Dead. These collaborations underscore my adeptness in managing and delivering products from conception to launch and beyond.
My leadership in directing and producing projects has resulted in the generation of over a billion in revenue and achieving multiple design and innovation awards. This track record highlights my ability to develop products that align with business objectives and resonate with diverse audiences. Proficient in navigating various digital platforms and effectively communicating complex technical concepts, I excel at managing tradeoffs and evaluating novel ideas in collaboration with key stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Spearheaded comprehensive oversight of P&Ls, production standards, and strategic business planning for internal and external teams and franchise management.
Exceeded expectations in negotiating deals, driving favorable outcomes through strategic expertise, while adeptly acquiring four top-tier developers.
Orchestrated seamless alignment of product strategies between publishing and development teams.
Diligently assessed priorities, scope, staffing, and resource allocation, recalibrating business strategies to accommodate evolving requirements.
Crafted and executed multiple product and franchise roadmaps while skillfully managing dynamic live services teams.
Fostered robust executive relationships with IP partners, First Party collaborators, and key stakeholders.
Proactively identified and mitigated risks, assuming accountability for navigating unforeseen challenges as they surfaced.
Nurtured the professional growth and advancement of teams and core leadership members.
QUALIFICATIONS
Over a decade of leadership as Executive Producer/Director of Production, guiding multidisciplinary teams through the conception, global launch, and support of more than fifty groundbreaking products.
Skilled at building and leading teams of 10 to 150 top-tier professionals, encompassing producers, designers, artists, UX/UI specialists, and engineers, while providing direct oversight to 5-10 exceptional talents.
Exceptional proficiency in communication and narrative crafting, with a proven track record of captivating key stakeholders through meticulously prepared presentations, ensuring alignment and buy-in at every stage of the product.
Highly proficient in utilizing KPIs to set ambitious benchmarks, monitor product performance, and drive top-line growth by enhancing player experiences through strategic pivots.
Visionary architect of global growth strategies, navigating the intricate landscape of console, mobile, and PC platforms ensuring each product resonates with audiences worldwide.
An accomplished collaborator, adept at seamlessly integrating go-to-market strategies with publishing and development teams to orchestrate synchronized launches that captivate audiences and achieve unparalleled market penetration.
Equipped with a comprehensive suite of product management tools including JIRA, Miro, Slack, Confluence, Smartsheet, Trello, and Discord, enabling seamless communication and collaboration across distributed teams and remote environments.
EXPERIENCE
DAY ONE INTERACTIVE
Strategic Advisor in Residence (July 2023 - Present)
Provide guidance, expertise, and support to the teams in various aspects of product development.
Collaborate with the teams to brainstorm and refine game concepts, ensuring they are engaging and marketable.
Assist in solving technical challenges and provide input on technology choices.
Advise on project management methodologies and help optimize workflows to enhance productivity.
Mentor team members, sharing knowledge and fostering skill development within the team.
Genvid Technologies
Director of Production, The Walking Dead: The Last MILE (2022-2023)
Epic Reach LLC / Princess Cruise Lines
Executive Producer/Executive Project Manager MedallionClass Experience, (2018-2022)
Produced Personalized Digital Interactive Experiences and oversaw the Live-Ops teams across the entire Princess Cruise Line Fleet. Digital experiences included connected games, navigation, reservations, casino games, and sportsbook products.
Age of Learning
Executive Producer/Director of Production, The Adventure Academy (2015-2017)
Built the foundation and Roadmap for an Educational and Adventure MMO/RPG The Adventure Academy
505 Games
Executive Producer/Director of Production, (2012-2015)
Credits: Terraria, Ember, Knight Storm, Chimpact Squash, Gems of War, Build-A-Bear Valley, Cat Tap Fever
Electronic Arts
Senior Producer (2005-2012)
Credits: The Simpsons Tapped Out, The Simpsons Arcade, The Sims Freeplay, NBA Jam, Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2012, The Sims 3 World Adventure, The Sims 2 Pets, Need for Speed Undercover, The Sims Castaway, The Simpsons Minutes to Meltdown, The Simpsons Itchy and Scratchy Game, Fight Night Round 3, Need for Speed Underground, NASCAR, and The Sims 3, Sk8te, and Kung Fu Panda.
Activision
Producer (1996-2005)
Credits: True Crime: Streets of New York, True Crime: Streets of LA, Shrek 2, Vigilante 8, Vigilante 8 2nd Offense, Star Wars Demolition, Time Commando, Mechwarrior 2 Console, Civ II Call to Power, Disney’s Tarzan, Activision Classics, Intellivision Classics, America’s Most Wanted.
Education
The University of California, Los Angeles, Bachelor of Arts, English Literature
The University of Cambridge, UK Study Abroad program UK, Art History, Theater production, Literature, Creative writing
Cypress College, Associate Science Degree, Computer Science
MENTOR
Guest Educator, Round Rock School District
The University of Texas, Austin (2022-Present)
The University of Southern California GamePipe Lab, Viterbi School of Engineering (2012-2018)
Contact
Email: Brybusto@GMail.com
Strengths
STRATEGIC VISIONARY
Discovery, Negotiation, Directing Development teams
Production and Development Specialist
cross-platform design
DYNAMIC MOTIVATOR
CREATIVE LEADER
STRATEGIC PLANNING
PRODUCT ECONOMY DEVELOPMENT
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
20+ Years of Product Development
ACQUISITIONS
Concept to Live OPs Planning
PRODUCTION METHODOLOGIES
Waterfall, Agile, Scrum, Kanban
PRODUCTION TOOLS
JIRA, Confluence, Smartsheet, Trello, MS Office Suite, Google Suite, Slack
TECHNOLOGY TOOLS
Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe XD, FIGMA, Balsamic, Perforce, GitHub, Sketch, Proto.io, Wireframe
Experience Breakdown
Product Reviews
“The Simpsons: Tapped Out is one of the most successful mobile games both in terms of downloads and profitability, and one of those titles that inspire game developers to keep chasing the lucrative iOS and Android market. ”
“The Walking Dead: Last Mile might just be a glimpse into the future of gaming”