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Global game development and testing services
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Remote in Canada
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Keywords Studios provides technical and creative services for the global video games industry, covering everything from initial art and development to localization and player support. The company operates through a global network of over 70 studios, using an end-to-end platform and proprietary technology to manage tasks like testing, audio production, and content moderation. Unlike specialized agencies, Keywords Studios offers a single point of contact for the entire game lifecycle, providing bespoke solutions that scale across 25+ countries. Its goal is to help developers and publishers bring their intellectual property to life through digital content that entertains, connects, and educates.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Dublin, Ireland
Founded
1998
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Testronic strengthens its US Center of Excellence with key senior appointments. New leadership hires reinforce continued growth in the Americas, following recent appointments in europe and south east asia. MARCH 19, 2026 - NEW ORLEANS, US: Leading games Quality Assurance specialist Testronic has announced a series of senior appointments across its US Center of Excellence, further strengthening its client partnership capabilities as the company continues to fortify its leadership position within the global video games industry. These regional leadership appointments follow the recent announcement of Mike Wallen as President and Main Board Director, who joined Testronic from Keywords Studios. In his new role, Wallen is responsible for driving Testronic's strategic growth and working closely with global leadership to deepen partnerships with studios and publishers worldwide. As part of this continued investment in the US business, Kevin Frazier joins Testronic's senior leadership team as Regional QA Director. With more than 30 years of experience across QA and IT - including senior leadership roles at Electronic Arts - Frazier is a highly respected industry leader who brings deep operational expertise and a proven track record in delivering quality at scale. Further enhancing Testronic's client partnership function, Nicole Closson has been appointed Business Development Manager. Formerly of Keywords Studios and Unity, Closson is recognized for her partner-first approach, building strategic relationships focused on delivering value-led solutions that drive player trust and business growth. A passionate advocate for the industry, she has also served as a Women in Games Ambassador for the past two and a half years. In addition, Paul Todkill joins as Senior Client Marketing Manager within the Global Marketing Team led by Linda Quinn. A seasoned marketing professional, Todkill has led partnership and marketing initiatives for world-leading games events and major esports competitions, working closely with renowned publishers and developers to deliver impactful, audience-focused campaigns. Sharon Baylay-Bell, Testronic's CEO and Executive Chair, said: "These appointments mark an important step in strengthening our US Center of Excellence and reflect our continued investment in the Americas as a key growth region. Following Mike's arrival, we are building a leadership team that embodies our partner-first, player-focused, outcomes-led approach and shares our ambition to be a lighthouse for care, expertise and passion in the industry. Kevin, Nicole and Paul each bring outstanding experience and energy to Testronic, and will play a key role as we continue to empower the next level in play for our partners and their players worldwide."
"As sponsors of the WIG Individual Ambassadors Program and supporters of the MCV/DEVELOP Women in Games Awards, Keywords Studios is committed to partnering with those striving for better outcomes for women in today's video games industry."
At GDC 2024, we introduced Project AVA, an R&D initiative within Keywords Studios exploring generative AI tools in game development.
Late last month Keywords Studios - which powers its Individual Ambassador Programme - hosted EmpowerHER: Global Keywords Women Summit 2025, dedicated to celebrating women, empowerment, and talent.
EQT, Canada's largest pension fund CPP Investments and Singapore's state investor Temasek have completed the acquisition of Irish video game company Keywords Studios, as PE managers and allocators pour capital into the gaming industry.