The Director of Business Development will lead partnerships with game developers, conduct market analysis, negotiate deals, and participate in industry events to promote the Open Loot platform.
A BIT ABOUT US
We’re the creators of Big Time, a breakout multiplayer action RPG, and the builders of Open Loot, a Web3 gaming platform powering hundreds of thousands of players and dozens of studios. Our ecosystem combines seamless onboarding, player-owned economies, and a robust NFT marketplace. Open Loot is fully live, profitable, and scaling fast—with over $300M in revenue and a growing network of partner games, token launches, and digital collectibles. Backed by veterans from Epic, Riot, Blizzard, and EA, we're building the future of games where players truly own what they play.
THE MISSION
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Business Development to lead our efforts in building and nurturing relationships with game developers, encouraging them to launch their games on the Open Loot platform. The ideal candidate will possess an extensive network within the gaming industry and a proven track record of driving business growth through strategic partnerships.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Strategic Partnership Development: Identify, engage, and establish strong relationships with game developers to promote the adoption of the Open Loot platform.
- Market Analysis: Conduct thorough market research to understand industry trends, developer needs, and competitive landscapes, informing strategic decisions.
- Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, including marketing, product development, and customer support, to ensure alignment and successful integration of developer partnerships.
- Negotiation and Deal Closure: Lead negotiations and manage the end-to-end process of securing partnerships, from initial contact through contract execution.
- Networking: Actively participate in industry events, conferences, and forums to expand Open Loot's presence and influence within the gaming community
REQUIREMENTS
- Experience: Minimum of 8-10 years in business development roles within the gaming industry.
- Network: Demonstrated extensive network of contacts among game developers and industry stakeholders.
- Skills: Exceptional negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build trust with partners.
- Knowledge: Deep understanding of the gaming ecosystem, monetization strategies, and developer needs. Additionally, 1-2 years of experience in the cryptocurrency industry is preferred.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Fully remote work, with a yearly company offsite.
- Experience working with gaming veterans of game titles with a gross aggregate revenue well over $10B USD.
- Unlimited PTO.
- Work on a new IP with franchise potential
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