Director of Operations
Director of Operations
Project Resurgence
Project Resurgence was our heartfelt tribute to the classic western-style RPGs that shaped our love for gaming. Inspired by legendary titles like Arcanum: Of Steamworks & Magick Obscura, Planescape: Torment, Baldur's Gate, and Fallout, our vision was to craft a spiritual successor that embraced the freedom, reactivity, lore, and challenge of those timeless classics.
Resurgence was designed as one of the first episodic RPGs, with a storyline spanning five episodes. Each episode built upon the story of your custom protagonist, delivering a focused 5-10 hours of gameplay while paving the way for an epic, cohesive narrative experience. This episodic approach allowed us to prioritize quality, release polished content faster, and manage project scope effectively. Most importantly, it gave us the opportunity to engage directly with players, shaping the game’s development alongside our community from the very beginning.
Investor Relations
Developed a comprehensive pitch deck that effectively communicated the vision, mechanics, and long-term strategy of Project Resurgence.
Spearheaded meetings and presentations with angel investors, venture capitalists, and publishers to secure funding and establish partnerships.
Strategically aligned the project scope with investor expectations while preserving the creative vision of the team.
Team Resources and Operations
Identified and procured resources and tools necessary for the team to succeed, from software licenses to marketing support.
Established operational workflows to improve collaboration among a geographically distributed team of developers, designers, and artists.
Helped with talent acquisition and team building, ensuring we had the right people in place for each phase of development.
Marketing and Community Engagement
Designed and executed marketing plans to engage and grow the community, leveraging Kickstarter backers, Twitch audiences, and social media channels.
Created teasers and updates to keep players excited about the project while providing transparency about development progress.
Built relationships with community influencers to increase awareness and engagement for Project Resurgence.
Project Strategy and Vision
Implemented a three-pillar approach to development, focusing on distinct starting areas, accessibility options, and immersive storytelling.
Worked with the creative team to prioritize features that would resonate most with fans of classic RPGs.
Ensured the game’s episodic structure balanced quality with timely delivery, allowing for iterative development and player feedback integration.
About Nectar Games
Nectar Games, based in Cincinnati, was a passionate game studio dedicated to bringing a fresh take to classic RPGs by leveraging modern game engines. I joined shortly after the team’s successful Kickstarter campaign as Director of Operations. My mission was to help transition the project from a collaborative hobby among community members and friends of prolific Twitch streamer CohhCarnage into a fully operational game studio.
In my role, I was responsible for:
Building out the pitch deck to attract funding opportunities.
Engaging with angel investors, publishers, and venture capitalists to secure additional resources for the project.
Establishing operational frameworks and business strategies to ensure scalability and long-term success.
A Vision Built on Three Pillars
We approached Project Resurgence with a strategic, three-pillar solution to develop the game in stages, ensuring accessibility, immersion, and innovation:
Distinct Starting Areas: Players were captivated by our unique lore and starting regions that set the tone for an unforgettable journey.
Accessibility Options: Prioritizing inclusivity to make the game enjoyable for a diverse audience.
Immersive Storytelling: Showcased through our lore teaser, drawing fans into the world we envisioned.
Our team of a dozen talented individuals from across the United States brought diverse expertise and creativity to the project. From stealth mechanics to combat systems, every aspect of the game was crafted with dedication and precision. Below, you’ll find images from our last build highlighting some of our mechanics and gameplay features.
