Louis Blackwell
About Louis Blackwell
Louis Blackwell is a Product Manager II at Riot Games, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in the gaming industry, having held various roles at companies such as Activision, Electronic Arts, and Insomniac Games.
Work at Riot Games
Louis Blackwell has been employed at Riot Games since 2021, serving as a Product Manager II. His role involves overseeing product development and ensuring that projects align with company goals. Prior to this position, he worked at Riot Games as a PS Producer II for 11 months, contributing to various projects and enhancing player experiences.
Previous Experience in the Gaming Industry
Before joining Riot Games, Louis Blackwell held several positions at Activision. He worked as a Live Operations Lead for 9 months in 2011-2012, and later as a Producer from 2018 to 2020 for 2 years. He also served as an Associate Player Experience Producer from 2013 to 2018, focusing on player engagement and satisfaction. His diverse roles at Activision provided him with extensive experience in game production and player advocacy.
Customer Service and Leadership Roles
Louis Blackwell began his career in customer service roles, working as a Customer Service Lead at Sleepy Giant for 1 year from 2010 to 2011. He also held a position as Security Team Lead for 3 months in 2011. These roles helped him develop skills in team management and customer relations, which are essential in the gaming industry.
Quality Assurance Experience
Louis Blackwell has a background in quality assurance, having worked as a Quality Assurance Tester at Electronic Arts, Insomniac Games, and Nexon. His testing roles spanned from 2007 to 2009, where he contributed to ensuring product quality and performance before launch.
Education and Expertise
Louis Blackwell studied at California State University-Fullerton, where he earned a degree in Philosophy from 2006 to 2008. His educational background provides him with critical thinking skills and a unique perspective that he applies to his work in product management and game development.