This is our team,
The people behind the magic
Joonas Manninen
Project Manager
Yo! I’m Joonas Manninen, but most people call me Jones. I’m working as an executive assistan at the GameCity Kajaani initiative, and I’m the Project Manager for NGS. I also volunteer at IGDA Kajaani, work with the Kajaksi Game Collective, and make music from time to time.
Simo Lauronen
Associate Project Manager
Hey there, I’m Simo Lauronen, a game producer and Associate Project Manager for NGS hailing all the way from the gaming capital (at least in my heart) – Kajaani!
Otto Rolig
Event Manager
Game production student at Kajaani University of Applied Sciences. Musician and manager of many things.
Erja Manninen
Sponsor Manager
Hi! I’m Erja Manninen, a first-year game producer student at KAMK, but also a software developer who has a deep passion for consuming video games, both in developing and playing them. I have the honor of being the Sponsor Manager this year.
Lauri Petäjä
Marketing Manager
Hi, I am Lauri Petäjä, a third-year game producer student living in Kajaani. I am the marketing manager of NGS, so basically the social media posts from NGS this year, are likely posted by me.
Sandra Erkkilä
Graphics Design Manager
Hi! I’m Sandra, a second-year game graphics student. This year, I’m serving as the Art Lead for NGS. Looking forward to seeing you there!
Oona 'OAT' T
Speaker Manager
3rd year game producer student, who also organizes TuoSu club (producer-designer clubt) at KAMK.