Pocket Sized Hands, the award-winning Dundee-based game development studio, has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of industry veteran Jim Woods as a non-executive director. Woods brings a wealth of experience from renowned studios such as SEGA, Supermassive Games, and Sumo Digital, where he most recently served as Studio Director. He was also part of the advisory group which helped to successfully deliver Scottish Games Week in 2022 and 2023.
Gary McCartan, Managing and Creative Director of Pocket Sized Hands, said:
We are delighted to welcome Jim to the Pocket Sized Hands Board. His invaluable insights and strategic guidance have already proven instrumental in shaping our future direction. This appointment marks a significant milestone for our studio as we continue to grow and deliver exceptional gaming experiences.
Woods joins the existing board: Gary McCartan, Alan Yeats (Operations Director), and Rory Thomson (Technical Director). This experienced leadership team will guide the company towards ambitious growth plans and ensure continued success in the competitive gaming landscape.
Jim Woods told the Scottish Games Network:
I am thrilled to join the talented team at Pocket Sized Hands. The studio has a strong track record of delivering high-quality projects, and I am excited to contribute to their future success.
PSH has recently enjoyed significant success with the launch of Gestalt: Steam & Cinder, Smalland: Survive the Wilds VR, and continued growth for Pocket Mortys.
About The Studio
Pocket Sized Hands is a leading co-development and porting studio specializing in bringing innovative and challenging game projects to life. With a focus on delivering exceptional results across console, mobile, and PC platforms, the studio is renowned for its passion, talent, and dedication to game development excellence.