Kelli Jo Claxton
About Kelli Jo Claxton
Kelli Jo Claxton is a Coordinating Producer for Global Broadcast at Riot Games, where she has worked since 2021. With extensive experience in production management and stage management, she has contributed to numerous high-profile events and organizations.
Work at Riot Games
Kelli Jo Claxton currently serves as the Coordinating Producer for Global Broadcast at Riot Games, a position she has held since 2021. Based in Los Angeles, California, she has been instrumental in managing and producing live events and livestreams on a global scale. Her role involves overseeing various aspects of broadcast production, ensuring high-quality execution of events that align with the company's standards.
Previous Experience in Production Management
Before joining Riot Games, Claxton held multiple roles in production management across various companies. She worked as a Production Manager at Dick Clark Productions for two months in 2019 and at Walt Disney Television as Manager of Health and Safety for eleven months from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, she has experience as a Production Manager at Auxiliary Channel and Uncle Toads Media Group, where she managed various production aspects over several years.
Stage Management Background
Claxton has a strong background in stage management, with experience in several high-profile events. She served as a Stage Manager at Riot Games for a month in 2021 in Reykjavík, Iceland. Her stage management roles also include positions at Next Generation Esports, PARTY PLANNERS WEST INC for the Super Bowl Game Day Fan Plaza, and Boombox Group. This diverse experience has equipped her with skills in coordinating live events effectively.
Education and Expertise
Kelli Jo Claxton earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in TV & Film Production, with a minor in Theatre Production, from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, where she studied from 2000 to 2004. She also participated in a study abroad program at Strathclyde University from 2001 to 2002. Her educational background supports her extensive expertise in managing and producing live events.
Diverse Industry Experience
Claxton's career spans various industries, showcasing her versatility in production roles. She has worked with high-profile clients such as Red Bull and VH1 and has contributed to experiential marketing events through her long-term role at MKG - The Experiential Marketing Agency. Her experience includes managing productions in international locations and participating in major events, further highlighting her broad skill set in the production field.