Eric Eberhardt
About Eric Eberhardt
Eric Eberhardt is the Director of Business Development at VIZ Media, where he has worked since 2012. He has extensive experience in digital publishing, having previously held roles at companies such as Telltale Games and Backbone Entertainment.
Current Role at VIZ Media
Eric Eberhardt serves as the Director of Business Development at VIZ Media, a position he has held since 2012. In this role, he is based in San Francisco, CA, and has been instrumental in leading various initiatives to enhance the company's digital presence. His responsibilities include overseeing the migration of marketing technology platforms and the launch of new advertising sales products. Eberhardt has also played a significant role in expanding digital publishing channels and territories, contributing to the company's growth in the digital landscape.
Previous Experience at VIZ Media
Prior to his current role, Eric Eberhardt worked at VIZ Media as a Digital Product Manager from 2009 to 2011. During this time, he established and expanded a digital publishing platform across multiple devices, including web, iOS, Android, and Kindle. He also planned and directed the transition of Shonen Jump Magazine from print to digital, showcasing his ability to adapt traditional media to modern platforms.
Professional Background in Digital Publishing
Eric Eberhardt has a diverse background in digital publishing and game production. He worked as an Instructor at Digital Bootcamp from 2003 to 2005 and as a Web Producer at Telltale Games from 2007 to 2009. His experience includes owning P&L, budgets, and product/marketing strategy for the eBooks and digital magazine business while serving as Director of Digital Marketing. Eberhardt also worked as a Game Producer at Backbone Entertainment from 2005 to 2007.
Partnerships and Collaborations
Throughout his career, Eric Eberhardt has developed key partnerships to enhance digital offerings. He established a collaboration with Rose City Games to launch a publishing platform for indie games. Additionally, he worked with Gaudium and Crunchyroll Games on the development and worldwide launch of a free-to-play mobile game property, demonstrating his ability to bridge the gap between digital publishing and gaming.
Education and Expertise
Eric Eberhardt earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Radio/TV/Film from Northwestern University, where he studied from 1997 to 2001. His educational background complements his extensive experience in digital publishing and marketing. Eberhardt has also shared his expertise as a speaker at major events, including San Diego Comic-Con, Anime Expo, and New York Comic-Con, focusing on the digital publishing business.