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March 9-13, 2026
Moscone CenterSan Francisco, CA

Speakers

Osian WilliamsDirectorCOPA Gaming

Osian Williams is a multi-BAFTA and RTS award-winning creative with over 13 years of experience in UK television and commercial production. Beginning his career while studying at Bangor University, he has worked as a camera operator, director, producer, and editor, developing a cinematic, craft-led approach to storytelling. He is the founder of COPA Gaming, currently developing The Department, a single-player detective game set in Wales. In 2025, COPA Gaming was one of six studios awarded Creative Wales Scale Up funding as part of a $1.1 million programme supporting original Welsh game IP. Through its lead developer, Matt Aspland, COPA Gaming also delivers Unreal Engine education on YouTube, with the channel surpassing 18 million views.

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