Partnerships Director - Talent
Epic GamesVideo Game company
On-site$175,869 - $309,530 USDDirector
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About the role
TL;DR
Lead talent partnerships for Epic Games' first-party titles.
- •Epic is seeking a Partnerships Director to lead, grow, and execute key partnerships across talent for our first-party games.
- •This role will lead the sourcing, development, and execution of interactive IP integrations with talent partners.
- •Key Responsibilities Lead day-to-day engagement with external partners.
- •Act as Epic’s external face within the talent industry.
- •Partner closely with Product and Consumer teams to ensure partnership initiatives align with Epic’s broader player, product, and business objectives.
- •Collaborate with development and creative teams to identify, pitch, and translate talent partnership ideas into compelling gameplay offerings.
- •Direct, source, and negotiate new talent partnerships.
- •Requirements 8–10+ years of experience in talent deal-making and partnerships.
- •Deep understanding of the talent landscape and digital consumer products and gaming culture.
- •Deep existing relationships and standing within the sports, music, and talent industry.
- •Proven experience in taking product ideas to vision/pitch.
- •Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Required skills
Partnership ManagementBusiness DevelopmentNegotiationStrategic PlanningProduct ManagementGo-to-Market
Domain expertise
gamingentertainment-music