Richard Kerris

Richard Kerris is a technology executive with an extensive career in the creative and tech industries. He currently serves as the Vice President of Omniverse Platform Development and General Manager of Media and Entertainment at NVIDIA.2 In this role, he is responsible for the business strategy and marketing of NVIDIA's Omniverse platform, as well as driving company-wide initiatives for developer relations.2

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Kerris has held several high-profile positions at major technology companies:

• NVIDIA: Joined in February 2019 as GM of Media & Entertainment and Head of Worldwide Developer Relations.4
• Amazon Web Services (AWS): Worked as Principal, New Product Development from May 2017 to January 2019.4
• Nokia: Served as Global Head of Developer Relations from October 2011 to June 2013.4
• HP: Briefly worked as Vice President of Worldwide Developer Relations for webOS in 2011.4
• Lucasfilm: Held the position of Chief Technology Officer from December 2007 to March 2011.4
• Apple: Worked as Senior Director from August 2001 to December 2007.4

Expertise and Contributions

Kerris is known for his expertise in:

1. Developer relations and ecosystem building
2. Media and entertainment technology
3. Creative software and tools
4. Product development and marketing

He has been instrumental in driving the adoption of new technologies and platforms, particularly in the creative industries. At NVIDIA, Kerris focuses on the democratization of creative tools through AI and machine learning, making high-end capabilities accessible to a broader range of storytellers.3

Public Speaking and Industry Involvement

Kerris is a frequent speaker at industry events, having given keynote addresses at:

• NVIDIA GTC
• Asia Broadcast
• China Joy Expo
• Apple Worldwide Developers Conference2

He also serves on the Bay Area Board of the Visual Effects Society and is an active member of the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers.1

Personal Interests

Outside of his professional life, Kerris is described as a semi-professional photographer and accomplished musician.1 His Twitter bio mentions interests in family, photos, and music.5