- Katie Ites boasts over a decade of experience in roles such as art director, concept artist, and technical artist.
- “Take pride in your work, share your accomplishments, and don’t shy away from being proud of your experience.”
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Behind every successful game is a team of creative developers. In our developer stories series, we shine a spotlight on individuals in the gaming industry, from seasoned veterans to newcomers.
In this interview, we sit down with Katie Ites, the lead art outsource manager at Zynga, with a wealth of experience in roles like art director, concept artist, and technical artist.
We delve into Ites’ current role at Zynga, her work on the newly released mobile game, Game of Thrones Legends, and her advice for aspiring game developers.
PocketGamer.biz: First, could you share a bit about your journey into the games industry?
Katie Ites: I started as a concept artist at Spooky Cool Labs in Chicago, and after Zynga acquired the studio, I’ve been with them for about 10 years, experiencing different roles and being part of the company’s growth.
It has been a rewarding journey, working on various game launches and adapting to the evolution of the company from startup to a major player in the industry.
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