Business Development Manager

Rebel Wolves is a new game development studio founded by industry veterans with experience in critically acclaimed video games. The studio is working on an AAA dark fantasy RPG called The Blood of Dawnwalker, set in a new universe, with a grounded and realistic visual style. The company focuses on creating games on their own terms, prioritizing the team and aiming to share their passion for video games.

• 5+ years of experience in business development, publishing, business affairs, strategic partnerships, or related roles within the games industry
• Proven track record of negotiating contracts for AAA PC and console games
• Strong understanding of collaboration models between studios, publishers, and platforms
• Hands-on knowledge of publishing economics, production funding, and game distribution
• Experience leading multi-stage negotiations with international partners
• Ability to analyze offers, financial models, and key commercial terms
• Capability to prepare clear and concise business recommendations
• Fluency in English (written and spoken)
• High level of independence, accountability, and discretion
• Willingness to travel for business

Nice to have:

• Experience in the AAA segment
• Experience with transmedia/licensing deals
• Experience in securing funding for game development
• Knowledge of European, American, and Asian markets
• Established network of contacts among publishers, platforms, and industry partners

• Co-create and execute the studio’s business strategy
• Build and nurture relationships with global publishers, platforms, technology partners, and investors
• Lead negotiations regarding publishing, production funding, marketing, and distribution
• Source partners for the studio’s upcoming projects
• Prepare and benchmark business collaboration models
• Analyze financial terms of offers and contracts
• Collaborate with legal team, finance, and Management Board
• Monitor market trends, industry developments, and potential partners' activities
• Explore business opportunities across platforms, licensing, distribution, transmedia, and strategic partnerships
• Represent the studio during business meetings and negotiations

Please be advised that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Personal data is processed in accordance with GDPR by Rebel Wolves sp. z o.o. in Warsaw.