Erwin Wiersma
About Erwin Wiersma
Erwin Wiersma is an Associate Community Manager at Vela Games in Dublin, Ireland, with a background in community management and social media from his previous roles at Electronic Arts. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Communication and Multimedia Design and has experience in player engagement and feedback communication.
Work at Vela Games
Erwin Wiersma has been serving as an Associate Community Manager at Vela Games since 2021. In this role, he focuses on fostering community interactions and ensuring effective communication between players and game developers. His responsibilities include managing player feedback and facilitating discussions that enhance player engagement with the games developed by Vela Games.
Experience at Electronic Arts (EA)
Prior to his current position, Erwin Wiersma worked at Electronic Arts (EA) from 2017 to 2021. He held various roles, including Dutch Game Advisor, Dutch Community Coordinator, and Social Media Specialist. In these positions, he developed expertise in managing player communities and engaging with them through social media platforms, which contributed to enhancing the overall player experience.
Education and Expertise
Erwin Wiersma studied at NHL Hogeschool, where he pursued a Bachelor's degree in Communicatie & Multimedia Design from 2011 to 2017. His academic focus included Gamedesign & Communication, equipping him with the skills necessary for effective community management and communication within the gaming industry.
Background in Game Design and QA
Erwin Wiersma began his career in the gaming industry with an internship at Triumph Studios in 2014, where he worked as a QA/Gamedesign intern for four months. This early experience provided him with insights into game development processes and quality assurance, which he later applied in his community management roles.
Early Career at McDonald's Nederland
Before entering the gaming industry, Erwin Wiersma worked part-time at McDonald's Nederland from 2008 to 2013 in Drachten, Friesland. This role contributed to his foundational skills in customer service and communication, which have been beneficial in his subsequent positions within the gaming community.