Rich Santiano, Csm
About Rich Santiano, Csm
Rich Santiano is a Technical Program Manager at Cvent, where he has worked since 2021 in Austin, Texas. With fourteen years in the gaming industry, he has supervised large teams and managed multiple successful game development projects, including the self-published game 'Loadout'.
Work at Cvent
Rich Santiano has been employed at Cvent as a Technical Program Manager since 2021. He operates from Austin, Texas, where he oversees various technical projects and initiatives. His role involves managing cross-functional teams and ensuring that project goals align with organizational objectives. Santiano's experience in program management contributes to the effective execution of Cvent's strategic plans.
Gaming Industry Experience
Rich Santiano has a fourteen-year career in the gaming industry, during which he has gained extensive experience in game development. He has successfully shipped eight titles and has managed five game development projects that featured simultaneous worldwide releases across multiple platforms. His work includes collaboration with major AAA publishers and vendors, enhancing his expertise in the field.
Game Development Projects
Throughout his career, Rich Santiano has worked on notable titles such as 'The Sims 3 Pets', 'The Sims 3', 'The Incredible Hulk', 'DreamWorks’ Over the Hedge', 'DreamWorks’ Shark Tale', 'Pitfall: The Lost Expedition', and 'The Sims'. His involvement in these projects showcases his ability to contribute to high-quality game development and successful product launches.
Leadership and Team Management
Rich Santiano has supervised teams of up to 135 professionals, including in-house staff, contractors, and outsourced talent. His leadership encompasses various roles such as designers, scripters, artists, audio designers, and programmers. Santiano's management skills are evident in his ability to coordinate large teams effectively to achieve project objectives.
Skills and Expertise
Rich Santiano demonstrates strong skills in risk assessment, staffing and outsourcing planning, milestone deadline organization, and process streamlining. He has a proven track record of balancing quality, development deadlines, and marketing needs while adhering to game pillars. His expertise contributes to the successful execution of complex projects in both the gaming and technical program management sectors.