Recommendation: Tiana Los | AAA Sr. Experience Design Manager at 343 Industries:

I was a Design Manager when working with Mark Perry in the Producer role at 343 Industries. I highly recommend Mark to any organization. The team could rely on Mark to remove blockers, and he consistently went above and beyond - even coordinating with IT and setting up a render farm to expedite future projects. Mark did all of this without being asked and handled it in addition to his growing workload. He produced Design projects from websites to video work, social media assets, 3d projects, esports, Diversity and Inclusion efforts, and much more. Our team worked with nearly every team across the studio, and Mark built connections and opportunities. In his time at 343, Mark set the team up for success, which enabled us to chase new and exciting creative ideas. 

 

Mark’s proactivity, attitude, experience, and multi-skills are a boon to any team. Proactivity is one of the many traits that Mark exemplifies above and beyond. He is solution oriented. If something must be done or is blocking the team or process, always AND without being asked, Mark will execute reliably with expediency and with an amazing attitude. Mark proactively connects within an organization so that the next time a need arises, he already has the process and connections down. Again, I highly recommend Mark Perry.

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Recommendation: Taylor Smith | AAA Head of Brand & Content - Halo at 343 Industries:

Mark is an amazingly positive and hard-working force for great! He has all sorts of skills: technical, process, game engine, project management, and organizational improvement-oriented but his super power is just a great ability to roll up his sleeves, understand what needs to be done in complex situations, in complex organizations, and just help get it done. He's amazing!

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Recommendation: Edward Arriesgado | AAA UI Artist/Designer + Visual Designer at 343 Industries:

Throughout Mark's tenure at 343 Industries , I saw him consistently demonstrate his exceptional skills as a producer. He possesses a remarkable ability to effectively coordinate cross-functional teams and ensure seamless communication between various departments. His aptitude for strategic planning and project management was instrumental in successfully delivering high-quality content within tight deadlines.

 

One of Mark's standout qualities is his unwavering commitment to excellence. He has an innate ability to identify potential roadblocks early on and implement proactive measures to mitigate risks. His meticulous attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills enabled them to navigate complex challenges while maintaining a calm and composed demeanor, fostering a positive work environment for the entire team.

 

Recommendation: Jeff Easterling | AAA Senior Franchise Narrative Writer at 343 Industries:

From the moment Mark arrived, he was laser focused on providing incredible production and process support on every task he encountered. Driven, direct, and detail-oriented, Mark was constantly pursuing excellence--whether that be from his own performance or that of any project he was involved with. He was eager to look for new teams to include and new improvements to make. Perhaps most importantly, he always did so with a smile on his face and a sincerity in his approach. He was easy to work with, easy to root for, and any team lucky enough to bring him onboard will be instantly better for it.

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Recommendation: Rob Semsey | Director of Studio Operations and Communications, 343 Industries:

Mark partnered with my team (Employee Experience/D&I) to drive alignment and execution related to our cultural diversity efforts in-game and on social media. Mark is super proactive in ensuring all stakeholders are represented and in alignment on go-do’s, schedules and expected deliverables. His approach matches his personality – thoughtful and thorough. He was always the first to greet me in the morning with a kind word, which I always appreciated. He is a tremendous teammate and collaborator. He’d be a tremendous asset to any organization.

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Recommendation: Connor Kennelly | AAA Technical Game Designer at 343 Industries:

Mark is one of the hardest working people I've met at 343. He partnered with my team to produce a variety of marketing trailers for our content launches and seasonal updates. Throughout the whole process, Mark was consistently anticipating blockers and pushing on solutions to them, long before anyone else had thought of them. Not only did he understand the technical side (it actually took me almost a month to realize he was a producer due to how deep his understanding went), he also understood the people. This allowed him to navigate delicate situations or find timely support for projects even when his partner teams didn't prioritize him appropriately.

 

Bottom line, Mark's professionalism, dedication, and personable demeanor make him extremely effective at getting things done. I would happily work with Mark again in any capacity.

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Recommendation: Joshua Hnosko | AAA Technical/Live Broadcast Producer at 343 Industries:

Mark and I worked together on a daily basis. His passion for our work and dedication to assisting the team in any way he could was apparent from his first day on the team. His excellent communication across multiple teams at the studio made our jobs easier to do and raised the quality bar of our work tremendously. Whenever we were blocked, he did everything in his power to find answers so production could continue.

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Recommendation: Matt Mader | AAA Playtest Coordinator at 343 Industries:

Working with Mark was always wonderful. He is kind and thoughtful, and always made sure his team was supported in every way possible. Mark also always made sure it was super easy to work with him and his team, the level of clear and concise communication paired with a drive for the utmost in quality meant that I was never let down. If Mark sent a request to your schedule, it would be on time and an effective use of your time.

 

Mark is one of the most skilled producers I have ever had the pleasure of working with and would be an incredible asset on any team.

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Recommendation: Daniel Jackson | AAA Software Design Engineer at 343 Industries:

Mark and I worked together through separate teams that collaborated often for the better part of 8 months. In that time, I found him to be professional, experienced, courteous, and quick to adapt. He took over processes from my team willingly and diligently, asking the right questions and demonstrating his value daily.

 

Every deadline was on time, and I knew I could depend on him. He's a team player and I would happily work with him again in the future.

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Recommendation: Noel McGinn | AAA Producer, Halo, 343 Industries:

Mark and I worked on different teams that were directly related and we collaborated often. From day one he got up to speed making the pipeline better, the processes more efficient, and raising the quality bar. He did this with professionalism and fostered solid trust from his team and others.

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I always looked forward to my interactions with Mark as he cared about the product and always had the player experience in mind. I highly recommend this dynamic and versatile producer.

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Recommendation: Jason Lackie | AAA Audio Engineer for 343 Industries:

Mark is a talented and dedicated Producer who will deliver on time, and exceed expectations. Every encounter I had with Mark was positive. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking a producer that can juggle multiple tasks while maintaining quality and efficiency. Mark always had good things to say about co-workers and was a positive and encouraging presence in our studio.

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Recommendation: Phillip Harvey | AAA Video Producer for 343 Industries:

Mark is the kind of producer that gets things done (fast). He brings a tremendous work ethic, professionalism, and he's not afraid to knock on doors, reach out to people, figure out who or what is required to advance the needs of a project and get his team unblocked. The impact he has on the team starts on day 1. Great guy, awesome producer.

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Recommendation: Jesse Stipek | AAA Video Producer for 343 Industries:

Mark Perry is, without reservation, one of the most driven, direct, and formidable producers that I've ever worked with. His ability to multitask and manage numerous projects across multiple teams is something not many producers are capable of, especially in the gaming industry. That being said, I recommend Mark with utmost respect and wish him the best of luck on his next adventure!

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Recommendation: Zach Splan | AAA Visual & Motion Designer at 343 Industries:

Mark is truly the best Producer I have ever worked with. As a fellow creative he understands the roadblocks and navigational needs that come with every creative project and was always proactive about clearing the way for me and my team. With a great attitude and spectacular work ethic he was always able to kindly knock on anyone's door to get the job done. His wide-ranging knowledge in the creative space allowed for him to truly be woven into any and every project contributing ideas to optimize workflow, creative solutions and artistic solves. He is an amazing person and is an outstanding addition to any team or project he is on.

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Recommendation: Alex Wakeford | AAA Community Writer at 343 Industries:

I feel tremendously grateful for the time I got to work with Mark at 343 Industries. I knew that I could always expect the highest possible quality of work during our frequent collaboration, and as a result of that I was always excited to see the next delivery from the team. Creating a regular stream of content for one of the biggest AAA franchises on the planet is no easy feat and comes with its share of challenges. But Mark's collaborative spirit and get-it-done mentality could make you forget about that. The rhythm of work between our teams, pivots from feedback, ultimate delivery of content, and the shared sense of support throughout had us all working at our best.

 

Above all, Mark is passionate, generous, and kind. I will greatly miss his presence at 343, but wherever he's heading to next will be tremendously lucky to have him.

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Recommendation: Glenn Israel | AAA Art Director at 343 Industries:

Mark has all the qualities one could hope to find in a producer, particularly for (but not at all limited to) creative endeavors. He is organized, thorough, diligent regarding follow-up and follow-through, and an all-around excellent communicator with an admirable drive for clarity.

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Recommendation: Phantasia Mayner | AAA Insights Program Manager at 343 Industries:

I really enjoyed working with Mark. He always has a pleasant demeanor and is excited about whatever he or the entire team is working on. He has a way of making other people feel equally excited about the work that he was doing too. Personally, I had never been on camera in a professional capacity until Mark approached me and explained exactly what he needed to make an engaging trailer for our fans of Halo. During a few of his projects that I was available for, he showed a strong presence and had a gentle way of encouraging colleagues of all backgrounds and positions to participate in whatever he needed. 

 

One of the best qualities that I think he has is his confidence in himself and in his team to produce the highest quality of work possible. Making any outward facing content for a AAA game is not an easy feat, nor is it for the faint of heart. Mark approached everything with a clear passion for the studio and for the player. Another quality that can be hard to master in the games industry. It's easy to look at things in the scope of work but Mark always looked beyond that. It was for all of us and most of all, for all of our fans.

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Recommendation: Nina Marien | AAA Program Manager at 343 Industries:

Mark is a passionate, enthusiastic, and thoughtful producer who excels at building bridges between teams. Whether someone is officially on his team or not, his willingness to help out remains unchanged. He genuinely wants to help everyone work to the best of their abilities, and he takes action to make an environment to support this goal. He has a talent for collaboration, working with transparency, and ultimately delivering against milestones. His can-do attitude means that he is always learning and growing, and his willingness to dig into areas of ambiguity is a strength. Mark's people-first mentality and his ability to bring people together will be an asset to any team he joins.

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Recommendation: C.J. Ramos | AAA UI Artist / Visual Designer at Microsoft/343 Industries:

Mark is a world class producer who knows how to get things done. One of his special abilities is getting a project unblocked. He will track down information, contact people, acquire assets, expedite IT work tickets or anything you need to maximize your ability to finish the project. He is always full of drive and initiative which has helped lead to better communications and access to assets between interoffice teams that normally would not interact.

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Recommendation: Patrick Marko | AAA Graphic Designer at 343 Industries:

It is hard to describe Mark's profound effect as a producer on our team. He established connections, brought clarity, and ensured our team was always on track. Time and again, we have had our creative potential unlocked by the connections he made. Mark made inroads throughout the studio for our team to plan and create advanced plans once thought impossible. Those teams brought together that, once cut off from one another, are far more productive. From tracking deliverables to getting anything a team needs, Mark is an invaluable member of any group.

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Recommendation: Nico Paolo Cargo | AAA IT Support Analyst II at Microsoft (343 Industries):

Mark cares. This is something that is easily overlooked. He is the quintessential producer - he cares about quality, about getting deliverables done earlier if not on time and most importantly, he cares about his team.

He always wanted to make sure they have everything they need to be successful in their role, work wise or just as a friend, as a human being. Mark is an absolute pleasure to work with and a force to be reckoned with.

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Recommendation: Nick Treitman | AAA Associate Producer at 343 Industries:

Mark is a top tier Producer - his ability to manage across multiple teams and make it look effortless is a testament to his production skills and dedication. I was never worried about an action item on his plate, I knew with full confidence Mark would handle it on time and with excellence.

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Recommendation: Sam Hanshaw | AAA Producer at 343 Industries:

Mark is organized, disciplined and excels at providing regular communication in a hectic environment. When you ask Mark for information or documentation it is at your fingertips in moments in an organized and shareable format. I recommend Mark for any production role and believe his focus and drive will enable any team to achieve new heights.

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Recommendation: Jack Fletcher | AAA Community Graphic Designer at 343 Industries:

Mark is just as much a fantastic producer, as he is a Human Being. My time working with Mark was nothing but a pleasure. He was never afraid to jump head-first into a difficult challenge, spark the right conversations and ensure we got the results we needed. Mark enabled the creatives to do their best work, and somehow at breakneck speeds. I could not recommend Mark enough to any team in need of a producer.

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Recommendation: Najee Forbes | AAA Motion/Visual Designer at 343 Industries:

Mark is highly motivated, intuitive and an absolute pleasure to work with. His efforts from creating valuable connections to project management was a tremendous boost to our all around efficiency and team morale. Mark truly utilized his creative background and technical expertise to drastically improve the hardware and time management capabilities of our team, both in-studio and especially remote. I was fortunate to have Mark's ingenuity on my side during my solo projects. His grace and candor in solving bottleneck issues was pivotal to all of our successes. In that, I can confidently say Mark is more than an impressive candidate, an amazing person and a top tier team member for those lucky to have him.

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Recommendation: Alexandre Le Boulicaut | AAA Producer at 343 Industries / Microsoft:

Mark is a dedicated and talented Producer. I've been impressed by the work he helped deliver around our video trailers and our "Limbitless" video highlighting 343's partnership to create Halo-themed bionic arms for children and adults. I would recommend Mark to anyone looking for a result-oriented Producer with an impeccable work ethic. I would gladly work with him again in the future.

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Recommendation: David Berkeley | Software Quality Engineer/Game Designer at Xbox Game Studios:

Working with Mark is a very enriching experience. His passion and dedication to his work in production and those he worked with made it very satisfying to work together. He is a valuable asset to the teams he works alongside and his skills and personality shine bright through that work.

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Recommendation: Victor Melniciuc | AAA UI Artist at 343 Industries:

I have had the opportunity to work with Mark for some time, and I can confidently say that Mark is one of the most professional and dedicated people I had a chance to work with at 343 Industries. We worked on delivering player customization assets, working across multiple teams, and vendors, and handling hundreds of assets. Mark consistently exceeds expectations, delivering projects on time while maintaining the highest standards of quality. His quick thinking and excellent work ethic are unmatched, and he is always able to quickly find solutions to any challenge that arises. I highly endorse Mark for any project management role and know that he will bring a level of professionalism, efficiency, and success to any organization.

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Recommendation: Duncan Shaffer | AAA Visual & Motion Designer at 343 Industries:

Mark is a production powerhouse. I have met few people in my career more driven and full of initiative than Mark. His ability to make connections and solve problems unlocked our team’s creative potential in ways we are still discovering. Mark began conversations and built relationships across teams that otherwise were siloed from each other, but when brought together increased their outputs exponentially; the roads he paved for our team by keeping us on task, tracking our deliverables, and laying the groundwork for art to meet production were smooth and clear and immensely valuable. During our time in-office together, Mark was attentive, enthusiastic, creative, and insightful. I am grateful for his partnership and know that he will improve any environment he steps into.

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