Vice President of Publishing
Job Summary
Job Description
The Vice President of Publishing will oversee the company’s publishing strategy and execution, driving successful launches, marketing, and distribution of game titles. This role involves leading a team, collaborating with development and marketing teams to ensure commercial success. Key responsibilities include developing publishing strategies, market analysis, release management, marketing and PR oversight, team leadership, budget management, partnership development, cross-functional collaboration, analytics and optimization, and industry representation. The ideal candidate should be a strategic leader with industry expertise and a passion for indie games.
Must have:
- Extensive experience in game publishing, senior leadership role.
- Proven track record launching and managing indie or mid-sized games.
- Deep understanding of the gaming industry, distribution, and trends.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Proficiency in budget management and performance metrics.
- Passion for indie games and fostering creativity.
Good to have:
- Experience with global markets and localization strategies is a plus.
Perks:
- Unlimited coaching & therapy with Oliva, to support your mental health
- Stock Options, everyone owns a piece of our success
- Pension scheme, up to 5% employer matched contribution
- Socials – office & remote events, play sessions and company-wide parties
- 25 Annual Leave + 8 bank holidays
- Private Medical Insurance - full cover with AXA
- Healthcare Cash Plan - Level 3 cover with Medicash
- Cycle2Work Scheme
- Electric Car Charging
11 skills required
Job Details
Vice President of Publishing
Department: Publishing
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Remote
Reporting To: Riaan Hodgson
Description
The Vice President of Publishing will oversee all aspects of the company’s publishing strategy and execution, driving the successful launch, marketing, and distribution of our game titles and the subsequent GAAS updates. Reporting directly to the COO, this role will lead a team of publishing professionals and collaborate closely with development, marketing, and business development teams to ensure our games achieve commercial success and critical acclaim. The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with deep industry expertise, a passion for indie games, and a proven track record in publishing.
Key Responsibilities
- Publishing Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive publishing strategy for the company’s game portfolio, aligning with business goals and market trends.
- Market Analysis: Conduct market research to identify opportunities, assess competitive landscapes, and determine optimal positioning for each title.
- Release Management: Oversee the end-to-end publishing process, including release planning, platform partnerships (e.g., Steam, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch), and distribution strategies.
- Marketing & PR Oversight: Collaborate with marketing teams to craft compelling campaigns, manage community engagement, and coordinate PR efforts to maximize game visibility and player engagement.
- Team Leadership: Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing publishing team, fostering a collaborative and innovative culture.
- Budget & P&L Management: Manage publishing budgets, oversee financial performance, and ensure cost-effective strategies that deliver strong ROI.
- Partnership Development: Establish and maintain relationships with platform holders, distributors, influencers, and other key industry stakeholders.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with development teams to align publishing strategies with creative visions and ensure deliverables meet quality and timeline expectations.
- Analytics & Optimization: Monitor post-launch performance, analyze player feedback and metrics, and implement strategies to optimize game lifecycle and monetization.
- Industry Representation: Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and trade shows to build brand presence and network with partners.
Requirements
- Extensive experience in game publishing, with experience in a senior leadership role.
- Proven track record of successfully launching and managing indie or mid-sized game titles across multiple platforms.
- Deep understanding of the gaming industry, including digital distribution, platform ecosystems, and emerging trends.
- Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience building and motivating high-performing teams.
- Exceptional strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with experience managing external partnerships.
- Proficiency in budget management, P&L analysis, and performance metrics.
- Passion for indie games and a commitment to fostering creativity and innovation.
- Experience with global markets and localization strategies is a plus.
Benefits
Our Global Benefits & Perks
- Unlimited coaching & therapy — with Oliva, to support your mental health
- Stock Options — everyone owns a piece of our success
- Pension scheme — up to 5% employer matched contribution to finance those golden years
- Socials — office & remote events, play sessions and company-wide parties
- And even more benefits based on your location!
If you’re based in the UK
- 25 Annual Leave + 8 bank holidays - we’re flexible with most bank holidays so you can use the time to celebrate what’s important to you
- Private Medical Insurance - full cover with AXA
- Healthcare Cash Plan - Level 3 cover with Medicash
- Cycle2Work Scheme - lease a bike through us and save on tax too!
- Electric Car Charging - electric car charging at our Port office in Edinburgh, Scotland.
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About The Company
Build A Rocket Boy is an independent game developer, headquartered in Edinburgh Scotland, with operations in Budapest Hungary, the Netherlands, France, and California USA. Led by game developer Leslie Benzies, Build A Rocket Boy’s team includes hundreds of the industry’s brightest development talents with the shared vision to create new and innovative entertainment experiences. Build A Rocket Boy’s first project is EVERYWHERE – a new multi-world game experience that blurs the line between reality and the digital world.
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