John Podlasek

John Podlasek serves as the Director of Talent Acquisition at Level Ex, Inc., where the focus is on hiring top talent for mobile, web, and AR/VR projects aimed at advancing medical practices through interactive experiences. With extensive experience in game production, John has held leadership roles including Executive Producer for mobile updates of Gastro Ex and Airway Ex, and Lead Producer at Zynga, overseeing major launches. As a podcast host and career coach with "Game Dev Advice," John shares insights with a global audience. Their previous positions span reputable companies such as The Walt Disney Company, where John directed the development of the Marvel Avengers Initiative, and Midway Games, where significant revenue was generated through the Mortal Kombat franchise. John holds a BFA in Graphic Design from Millikin University and is a certified Scrum Master.