Wizards of the Coast (Skeleton Key studio) is hiring a Senior Manager, Partnerships & Licensing to drive licensing and partner execution across an emerging AI platform. This is a hands-on role for someone who understands licensing, moves quickly, and is energized by building something new.
What You'll Do
- Own execution of AI licensing deals from first conversation through contract and launch, across interactive characters, voice, digital products, and partner activations.
- Source and develop inbound and outbound opportunities with studios, agencies, product partners, and IP owners.
- Structure clear scopes of rights and commercial terms for emerging AI use cases, translating novel concepts into executable agreements.
- Drive cross-functional initiatives across product, engineering, brand, and legal to ensure deals move forward with focus and steady progress.
- Serve as day-to-day relationship lead for select partners, navigating approvals, guardrails, and evolving requirements.
- Identify friction points early and proactively remove blockers to keep pilots and launches on track.
- Capture findings from early deals and help shape repeatable licensing frameworks that can scale into marketplace structures.
What We're Looking For
- Proven experience in licensing, business affairs, strategic partnerships, or IP management.
- Background in media, entertainment, gaming, or consumer products with IP focused on strong storytelling.
- Direct experience negotiating and accomplishing licensing agreements.
- Strong fluency working with legal teams and navigating contract processes.
- Ability to operate comfortably in ambiguity and help define new deal structures without precedent.
- Highly organized and results-focused, with strong follow-through and attention to detail.
- Clear communicator who can align creative, legal, and technical partners.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation range of $119,000.00 to $178,600.00.
- Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Time Off to Recharge: Paid Vacation & Holidays
- Financial Well-being: Generous 401(k) Match
- Life & Family Support: Paid Parental Leave
- Giving Back: Volunteer & Employee Giving Programs
- Level Up Your Skills: Tuition Reimbursement
- Exclusive Perks: Product Discounts & More!
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