Business Development Manager (AI & Game Tech)
Lightspeed Studios · Palo Alto, California, US
Business Unit What the Role Entails As a Business Development Manager, your primary mission is to anchor our organization at the intersection of AI innovatio...
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Business Unit What the Role Entails: As a Business Development Manager, your primary mission is to anchor our organization at the intersection of AI innovation and the gaming ecosystem. You will be the "eyes and ears" in North America, focusing heavily on Generative AI and UGC platforms to drive our next generation of growth. You will transform technical trends into strategic intelligence and bridge the gap between world-class talent and our internal product teams. Key Responsibilities: - AI & UGC Insight: Lead the identification and evaluation of emerging Generative AI and UGC technologies and partners, while assessing their potential impact on game production and player experience - Market Intelligence: Monitor and analyze the North American gaming market shifts and technology trends. Deliver time-sensitive intelligence to senior leadership and studio heads to support strategic decision-making. - Project & Talent Scouting: Proactively source and engage with top-tier video-game industry talent and high-potential startups/projects in North America. In addition, build a pipeline of "game-changing" innovation for potential investment or collaboration. - Expert Network & Development C...