Skydance Games is hiring a Director, Business Development and Licensing to lead strategic partnerships and commercial opportunities for Paramount. Reporting to the SVP of Business Development, you will be a key player in identifying growth opportunities and managing relationships within the gaming industry.
What You'll Do
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities, and negotiate and structure licensing deals
- Leverage deep expertise in the gaming industry to identify emerging gaming trends and evaluate business opportunities
- Cultivate and nurture strong business relationships with game developers, platforms and partners
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Brand, Marketing, Communications, Creative, Production, Legal and Finance
- Stay closely connected to cultural trends, emerging formats and shifts in the entertainment landscape
- Drive value through licensing, business development and strategic partnerships
- Create and communicate presentations and materials related to deals and key strategic initiatives
- Pitch and secure new IP rights for licensing commercialization
- Source and negotiate third party development partnerships
- Source and negotiate new game content and manage existing game developer relationships
What We're Looking For
- 8 - 10 years working in licensing and business development in the video games industry at a studio, publisher or platform
- Ability to travel (25%)
- Demonstrated success in identifying and closing large scale licensing deals
- Enthusiasm and deep understanding of traditional business models and learning those flowing from emerging media
- Must be highly organized, detail oriented and poised and able to resolve issues and communicate effectively
- Strong negotiation skills, with experience in developing multi-year deals with multiple stakeholders
- Self-starter that demonstrates good judgment, takes initiative and gains consensus
- Strong relationship and project management skills
- Proven track record of taking ownership and driving results
Nice to Have
- Bachelor’s degree, MBA or JD strongly preferred
Team & Environment
You will report directly to the SVP of Business Development. Our culture is built on creativity, collaboration, and trust, empowering teams to take ownership, openly share ideas, and push the boundaries of what’s possible.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary range: $215,000 – $240,000
Work Mode
This role operates on a hybrid schedule and is based in Los Angeles.
Skydance Games is an equal opportunity employer.
