David Thier

David Thier has extensive work experience in various roles in the fields of consulting, communications, and journalism.

David began their career in 2009 as a Freelance Writer for AOL News. In 2012, they joined Forbes as a Contributor and later transitioned to the role of Senior Contributor. During their time at Forbes, they wrote and contributed to articles on various topics.

In 2015, David became a Self-Employed Contractor and worked as an Independent Consultant, focusing on streamlining and developing plans for design, communications, and marketing. David brought a video game perspective to diverse real-world and virtual products.

Joining Hit Detection in 2016, David held the position of Consultant before being promoted to Lead Consultant in December 2020. At Hit Detection, they provided their expertise and insights to clients in the gaming industry.

David's most recent role is as the Senior Communications Manager for PLAYERUNKNOWN Productions, a research-focused development studio. In this role, they are responsible for creating and editing public-facing content, developing communications strategies, and conducting comprehensive internal communications reviews.

Overall, David Thier's work experience showcases their skills in consulting, communications, and journalism across various industries.

David Thier attended Yale University from 2005 to 2009, where they obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in American/United States Studies/Civilization.