Your First Mate for Studio Success
Navigating the Game Industry
ShipShape is a games consultancy from Caolan McKendry, offering fractional COO and business development support to indie studios. We help game teams get their ship together - tightening production pipelines, navigating funding and publishing, or streamlining operations - so you can focus on making great games while we handle the chaos.
Partners We've Helped Set Sail
Supporting studios and organisations across the games ecosystem
Our Services
From production pipelines to publishing deals, we've got your back.
Fractional COO Support
Strategic oversight and operational excellence without the full-time commitment. We'll help with team management, process optimisation, and strategic planning tailored to your studio's needs.
Business Development & Strategy
Navigate partnerships, funding, and growth opportunities with confidence. Our expertise in partnership deals, funding strategy, and market analysis helps you make informed decisions.
Production & Pipeline Optimisation
Streamline your development process and ship games faster through workflow optimisation, quality assurance, and timeline management that keeps your project on course.
Events & Community Engagement
Create memorable experiences and build strong communities through expertly managed conventions, conferences, game launch events, and other community gatherings.
Why ShipShape?
Proven Experience
Producer of Amber Isle, ex-COO at Ambertail Games. I've been in the trenches and know what it takes to ship successful games in today's competitive market.
Straight-Talking
No corporate nonsense. Just honest, direct advice that cuts through the noise and gets results for your studio when you need them most.
Flexible & Reliable
Whether you need a steady hand for ongoing operations or sprint support for crunch periods, we adapt to your needs whilst maintaining consistent quality.
Need a first mate for your next launch?
Let's chart a course to success together. Whether you're a scrappy indie or a growing studio, ShipShape can help you navigate the waters of game development.
Let's Set Sail Together
Ready to streamline your game development process? Let's discuss how I can help your studio succeed.
Let's get your ship together.