Alix Taylor-Searle
Third Kind Games
Alix Taylor-Searle is a Producer at Third Kind Games, a world-class co-development games studio that works with some of the biggest names in the industry.
Before joining Third Kind Games, Alix was a Producer on a co-dev project with Rare on Sea of Thieves, delivering the Pirate Emporium. Alix joined the games industry in 2023 after 10+ years working in production on Film & TV with partners such as Channel 4 and BBC. Alix is currently working on an unannounced AAA co-dev project.
Alix has experience in managing AAA stakeholders, client relationships and high-level roadmap planning. She is passionate about building diverse teams to make exceptional products with an authentic and collaborative approach to leadership.
Outside of project work Alix also supports new and emerging developers and studios through mentoring on Limit Break and Creative UK Growth investment programmes. Alix is an advocate for LGBTQIA+ and Women’s roles in the games industry and actively takes part in panels and events to support education in this area.
Alix Taylor-Searle is speaking at the following session/s
Co-Op Mode: Mastering Co-Development as a Producer
Co-development; it’s not just outsourcing—it’s a partnership. In this talk, Alix Taylor-Searle, AAA co-development producer, will break down what makes co-dev successful, from building trust with clients to aligning goals and delivering on expectations. Drawing from her real-world experiences on Sea of Thieves and beyond, she will explore the essential producer mindset, practical processes, and key communication strategies that turn external teams into trusted collaborators.
Whether you’re new to co-dev or looking to refine your approach, this session will give you actionable insights to help your team thrive in a shared development space.
Session Takeaway
- Practical tips on how to build trust with a co-dev client through good communication, shared vision and evidence of work
- Understand how to effectively manage scope creep when working with co-dev clients
- Best practice for maintaining long-term relationships with co-dev clients
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