Otter Productions

Details

• Technical Development & Innovation:
  • Founded Otter Productions out of a passion for esports and a desire to innovate within the industry, leveraging relationships built while volunteering at esports festivals.
  • Taught myself Node.js and developed software integrating Counterstrike with stage effects and broadcast assets using websockets and MIDI, allowing for real-time updates and dynamic broadcast elements.
  • Continuously expanded technical expertise to support growing business needs, learning a wide range of technologies including SQL, MongoDB, Redis, Kubernetes, REST API design to build robust and scalable solutions.
• Operations & Team Management:
  • Managed all technical aspects of event production, including cameras, switchers, network configuration, and lighting, while also overseeing a team of interns and volunteers to execute events efficiently.
  • Expanded Otter Productions to provide full-service event production, managing subcontractors and employees, and directing teams of up to 14 people for large-scale esports events.
  • Transitioned from a software engineer and manager to CEO, hiring full-time software engineers and leveraging contractors for specialized tasks, such as graphic design and production management.
• Business Development & Strategy:
  • Implemented strategic initiatives to diversify revenue streams, including software development gigs outside of esports and the creation of a SaaS platform for esports teams to enhance their performance.
  • Secured yearly subscriptions from major esports teams like Liquid and Vitality for the SaaS platform, establishing a steady revenue stream and strengthening the company's market position.
  • Developed broadcast software to enable producers to operate stages and productions autonomously, integrating camera switches and LED animations for cohesive, high-quality broadcasts.
• Key Achievements & Clients:
  • Established Otter Productions as a leading esports consultancy, known for delivering visually stunning and technically sound events that rival major industry players.
  • Worked with notable clients such as Twitch, EA, PUBG Corp, Dreamhack, Faceit, and GLL, providing innovative solutions and high-impact event productions.
  • Secured a contract with EA to deliver Apex Legends tournaments before the COVID-19 pandemic drastically reduced business opportunities.