Jake (Jiseob) Sin
About Jake (Jiseob) Sin
Jake (Jiseob) Sin serves as the Multi Game Esports Lead at Riot Games, where he oversees esports strategies for various titles including VALORANT and Wild Rift. He has a background in consulting and esports management, having previously worked at The Boston Consulting Group and PUBG Corporation.
Current Role at Riot Games
Jake Sin serves as the Multi-Game Esports Lead at Riot Games, a position he has held since 2020. Based in Seoul, Korea, he focuses on the development and management of esports strategies for various titles, including VALORANT, Wild Rift, Teamfight Tactics, and Legends of Runeterra. His role involves leading esports products for these new titles, contributing to the growth and engagement of the esports community.
Previous Experience at PUBG Corporation
Before joining Riot Games, Jake Sin worked at PUBG Corporation as the Director of Esports from 2018 to 2019. In this role, he was responsible for overseeing esports initiatives and strategies for the popular battle royale game. His experience at PUBG Corporation contributed to his expertise in managing competitive gaming environments.
Experience at The Boston Consulting Group
Jake Sin began his professional career at The Boston Consulting Group, where he served as an Associate Consultant from 2013 to 2014. He also completed an internship at the firm in 2012, lasting 11 months. His time at The Boston Consulting Group provided him with valuable consulting skills that he later applied in the esports industry.
Educational Background at Duke University
Jake Sin attended Duke University from 2006 to 2013, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology. His seven years of study at Duke equipped him with a strong foundation in analytical thinking and understanding human behavior, which are beneficial in the esports field.
Former Role at Riot Games
Prior to his current position, Jake Sin worked at Riot Games as an Esports Manager from 2014 to 2017. In this capacity, he contributed to the development of esports initiatives for Riot's titles, gaining experience that would later inform his leadership in the multi-game esports sector.