Dustin Clingman

Dustin Clingman is the Senior Manager of Product Management at Sony Interactive Entertainment, where he has been leading product strategy and delivery for PlayStation since April 2021. His role focuses on player discovery and communication, overseeing key product outcomes related to user-generated content, platform chat, and player search across various platforms including console, mobile, streaming, and VR.1

Professional Background

Clingman has extensive experience in product management within the gaming industry:

• Sony Interactive Entertainment (PlayStation):

  • Senior Manager, Product Management (April 2021 - Present): Directs product strategy and collaborates with teams across global locations to enhance user engagement and compliance with legal standards.
  • Staff Product Manager (October 2020 - March 2021): Developed strategies for user-generated content on PlayStation 4 and 5, and worked on integrating features with platforms like YouTube and Twitch.
  • Senior Product Manager roles focused on game media experiences and PlayStation Plus.

• Entrepreneurial Ventures: Clingman co-founded and served as Director of Product Development for Together Games, LLC, and was involved in other startups, contributing to product strategy and development.

Education

He holds a degree in Computer Science and Information Technology from the University of Central Florida and has an Associate of Arts from Valencia College.1

Clingman's career reflects a strong commitment to enhancing social interactions and user experiences in gaming, making him a key player in the evolution of PlayStation's product offerings.