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| 1. | Building an IP in Games (PC & Console) | 2. | Art opportunities in gaming Liveops |
| 3. | How to get into E-Sports |
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Harish’s experience in the game industry spans almost a decade. He’s self-trained in Game Design, Writing & Production and runs an indie game studio where he and his team are building a PC/Console title based on original IP for global audience. Outside of game development, Harish spearheads policy advocacy for the Indian video games industry and has rallied 80+ game companies across India for multiple representations at centre and state level. He consults on National & State AVGC-XR Policy and mentors game development students at a couple of institutes.
Somneel is a proficient illustrator, painter, sculpture & installation artist with a career sharp as the artist’s pen spanning over fifteen years. He has collaborated with numerous prestigious individuals and organizations during this time.
Somneel’s journey as an artist began with his renowned portraits of iconic personalities worldwide, including Saint Teresa, Bill Clinton, Sachin Tendulkar, Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Pt. Ravi Shankar, Maqbul Fida Hussain and Diego Maradona. His work as a Installation artist was recognised by the West Bengal Government as a Maa Durga mural & sculpture made by him was permanently installed in the City of Joy.
Presently Somneel is the owner, co-founder and Studio Head of Createon Games, a digital game art studio intricately involved in the game industry, working on substantial game projects worldwide. He resides in Kolkata with his wife and son.
Shiva Nandy is the Founder and CEO of Skyesports, with over 12 years of experience in gaming and esports. He has led Skyesports to become a leader in the industry, organizing numerous events and creating successful original IPs. Shiva’s background in engineering, management, and entrepreneurship has enabled him to work with major brands and connect with millions of gamers worldwide.