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PRODUCTION REALITY IN SERIOUS 

Working in the Serious Games sector introduced a fundamentally different production context compared to university projects:

• Time:
  Fixed roadmaps agreed upon with clients had to be followed precisely.

• Budget & Resources:
  Staffing had to be managed dynamically within existing teams, requiring careful coordination and prioritization across projects.

• Content Constraints:
  Design decisions were closely tied to the knowledge, data, and requirements provided by clients and required continuous alignment and approval.

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These constraints required careful planning, clear communication, and a strong balance between creative problem-solving and client expectations.

KEY LEARNINGS & PROFESSIONAL GROWTH

Transitioning from student projects to a professional role as a Producer was initially challenging due to the level of responsibility involved. However, this environment allowed me to quickly grow into the role and apply the skills developed during my academic projects in a real-world setting.

Having previously worked as both Producer and Game Designer in semester projects proved invaluable, enabling me to adapt quickly to professional workflows, unfamiliar processes, and client-driven development. The internship became a testing ground for my production knowledge and a decisive step in shaping my professional identity as a Game Producer.

PRODUCER IMPACT & RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Producer, I was entrusted with the oversight of four key projects. My responsibilities included:

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• Milestone tracking and backlog management across multiple productions

• Internal coordination between departments and team members

• Acting as a primary point of contact for both internal teams and clients

• Participating in internal and external meetings alongside my internship mentor

• Tracking project budgets using Excel and preparing project submissions

• Identifying pipeline risks early and proactively resolving production issues

After approximately six weeks, I was given significant autonomy in managing internal communication and task coordination. While external client meetings were often conducted together with my mentor, I increasingly took an active and independent role in preparation, moderation, and follow-up.