Deon Carrico Iii
About Deon Carrico Iii
Deon Carrico III is a Product Manager at IDW Publishing with over 10 years of experience in producing and project management roles.
Current Position at IDW Publishing
Deon Carrico III currently serves as the Product Manager at IDW Publishing. He began his tenure in this role in August 2020. As a Product Manager, he is responsible for overseeing the development and launch of products within the company, ensuring they meet market demands and business objectives. His role includes collaboration with various departments, project management, and strategic planning to optimize product performance.
Previous Roles at IDW Publishing
Before becoming the Product Manager, Deon Carrico III worked as an Associate Product Manager at IDW Publishing. He held this position from 2019 to 2020 for a period of 11 months in San Diego, CA. In this role, he was involved in assisting with the coordination and management of product development processes, supporting senior management, and contributing to product strategy.
Experience at Tabletop Tycoon
Deon Carrico III worked at Tabletop Tycoon as a Product Coordinator from 2018 to 2019 for 9 months. During his time at Tabletop Tycoon, he was responsible for coordinating product development activities, managing timelines, and ensuring project milestones were met. His role also included liaising with different departments to facilitate smooth workflow and product delivery.
Roles at Victory Point Games
At Victory Point Games, Deon Carrico III had a long tenure, working in various positions from 2010 to 2018. He began as an Associate Producer from 2010 to 2011 for 11 months, and then transitioned to Operations Director, a role he held from 2011 to 2018 for 7 years. As Operations Director, he oversaw the operational aspects of the company, ensured efficient processes, and managed staff to achieve organizational goals.
Game Art and Design Education
Deon Carrico III studied at the Art Institute of California-Orange County, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Game Art and Design. He completed his studies from 2004 to 2007 over a period of 3 years. His academic background provided him with a solid foundation in game design principles, which has supported his career in the gaming and publishing industries.
Early Career at K2 Network
Deon Carrico III began his career at K2 Network, starting as a Game Master in 2006 for 9 months. He then progressed to Lead Game Master from 2006 to 2008 for 2 years, and finally served as Community Manager / Assistant Producer in 2008 for 8 months. His roles at K2 Network involved community engagement, game management, and assisting in production tasks, laying the groundwork for his future roles in the industry.