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Salary: USD 193,000 - 284,000 / annual
Scopely, a leading video game and interactive entertainment company, is seeking a Senior Director of Business Development to join its Global Publishing team. Reporting to the SVP of Publishing, you will drive Scopely's distribution and growth strategy globally by developing key relationships with top IP partners, new distribution platforms (storefronts, hardware manufacturers, subscription services), and digital payment vendors.
You will be responsible for articulating the Scopely vision to potential partners, creating and executing a global business development strategy aligned with overall distribution principles, and sourcing and negotiating large, complex partnerships that expand Scopely's consumer and commercial presence worldwide. Close collaboration with internal game development teams and cross-functional stakeholders is essential to ensure business needs are met efficiently. The role requires willingness to travel domestically and internationally, with an appreciation for how business operates across different regions. You will stay current on industry trends by analyzing the market, playing new game releases, and attending industry events and conferences.
Scopely is home to some of the world's most successful games, including MONOPOLY GO!, Pokémon GO, Stumble Guys, Star Trek Fleet Command, MARVEL Strike Force, WWE Champions, and the Scrabble and Yahtzee franchises. The company operates across mobile, web, PC, and console platforms, serving hundreds of millions of players globally. Founded in 2011, Scopely is the #1 mobile games company in the U.S. and #2 globally, with over $10 billion in lifetime revenue.
REQUIREMENTS:
- 8+ years of Business Development or Partnership experience within the digital entertainment industry
- Experience creating and executing a global business development strategy
- Ability to identify and negotiate large-scale commercial agreements
- Gaming experience preferred, particularly with free-to-play games
- Passion and love for video games
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and all levels of management
- Ability to manage multiple projects with strong attention to detail
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changes
- Ability to analyze data to make data-driven decisions; skills in Excel and Google Sheets necessary
- Strong presentation and communication skills; Keynote, PowerPoint, or Google Slides skills required
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent required
