SPOTLIGHTING THE DIVERSITY

OF LIFESTYLES AND

GAMEPLAY ACROSS A

SPRAWLING URBAN EPIC

Storytelling, Creative Content & Production

As a Brand Manager part of the team responsible for the monumental launch of Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas including but not limited to a multidisciplinary team of game developers, producers, PR professionals, graphic designers, video editors, website programmers, media partners, and project managers

My role extended to sustaining player engagement and interest in the vast, interactive world of the game. I crafted intricate articles and game details released through well-crafted PR articles that explored the depths of the game's narrative and the breadth of activities from main story missions to expansive side missions showcasing the narrative and gameplay diversity.

  • Our collective efforts were aimed at crafting a compelling narrative that aligned with strategic media planning and positioning documents to solidify a roadmap for the game's dynamic urban environment and its complex character arcs playing a role in building anticipation and excitement amongst a global gaming community.

    Following the successful release, my focus shifted to maintaining the momentum through various in-person PR events and strategic partnerships. Each was designed to embed the game further into the cultural zeitgeist and highlight a pivotal moment in video game history. By coordinating each event, our team tried to bring the virtual adventures of San Andreas to life, allow journalists to have hands-on experience with the game, and provide direction to help deepen fans' connection to the game and reinforce its status as more than just a game but a cultural phenomenon.

  • The initial buzz created by the revealing PR articles transitioned smoothly into ongoing enthusiasm fueled by our post-launch activities. The extensive coverage across major gaming and tech media outlets, compounded by effective co-promotions with hardware brands, increased brand visibility for each platform as the game continueduto become the best-selling title of the year on multiple platforms. Each coordinated effort helped to leave a lasting impact on the gaming industry and culture at large, continuing to draw players into its world long after its initial release.

  • Brand management, copywriting, event planning, project management

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steven.knezevich[at]gmail[dot]com
‪(424) 265-7841

Los Angeles, CA