Games Scout

10 Months ago • 2 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

Identify, evaluate, and secure potential hit PC & Console games, build strong industry relationships, and possess excellent communication skills.

Must have:

Game Scouting
Business Development
Industry Relationships
Communication Skills

Good to have:

CRM Management
Networking Skills
Legal Framework
International Travel

Perks:

Hybrid Model
Industry Events

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Job Details

As we continue to grow, we are now looking for a Game Scout to join our PC & Console publishing team in our office in Leamington Spa.

As a Game Scout, you will play a pivotal role in identifying, evaluating, and securing potential hit games for our PC & Console division. You will collaborate to forge and sustain trusted partnerships with game developers, all while driving corporate profitability and growth.

Responsibilities:

Leverage your extensive knowledge of games, research insights, and industry experience to identify high-quality PC & Console games for potential publication.
Evaluate and analyse sourced or submitted games, supporting our internal due diligence process.
Lead and manage Publishing Scouts and Publishing Evangelists.
Establish, build, and maintain a wide network of developer contacts to foster strong industry relationships.
Continuously monitor and analyse market trends to inform team activities, capitalise on emerging opportunities, and implement best-in-class publishing and scouting strategies.
Present key publishing insights to the Head of PC and Console Publishing as necessary.
Play our games and research competitor products to understand what drives success in the PC & Console market.

Requirements:

At least 2+ years of experience or equivalent in Video Game Scouting, Business Development or equivalent.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively within a team.
Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office, CRM Management and Networking skills (specific tools/software).
A proven track record of signing deals and winning business from competitors.
An understanding of the legal framework in the industry and what a win / win scenario looks like.
International travel to games industry events will be required.
Based in our office in Leamington Spa, following our hybrid model with 4 days per week on-site.

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