Head of Publishing

ppUrban Games is an independent and highly-successful video game development company focused on simulation and management games. /p pUrban Games' newest and most ambitious title is Transport Fever 3, a highly anticipated tycoon game to be released in 2026 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. /p pUrban Games offers the opportunity to work on unique video games in a creative work environment and career opportunities with competitive salaries. /p pThe company is based in Schaffhausen directly at the train station and can therefore be reached in just 36 minutes from Zurich. /p pThe head of publishing has overall responsibility for the publishing team and manages the team to optimize the performance in collaboration with other leads and the CEO. /p h3Responsibilities /h3 ulliHave overall team responsibility for production, marketing, community management and sales /liliOversee the production process from first playable game versions until release /liliDevelop and execute marketing strategies to promote and advertise our games /liliMake sure our games exploit their full sales potential by expanding all sales channels /liliDefine responsibilities, show opportunities, evaluate performance and promote team members /liliOptimize the performance of the team, define new profiles and hire new team members /liliConvey the essential goals to the team, act as a motivator and ensure deadlines are reached /liliEstablish a close collaboration with the head of development, head of art and the CEO /li /ul h3Requirements /h3 ulli3+ years of experience with leadership and 5+ years of experience with game publishing or similar /liliHands-on experience with production, marketing, community management, sales and distribution /liliStrong project management, negotiation, sales and deal-maker skills /liliGreat organization, moderation and social skills paired with strong assertiveness /liliA strong portfolio showcasing released products you have worked on /liliGerman and English communication and writing skills (B2 level or higher) /li /ul h3Preferences /h3 ulliWorked on shipped products in the video game industry /liliExperience with multi-platform releases of shipped products (PC, PlayStation, Xbox) /liliAdvanced experience with game testing, certification, age rating and similar /liliExpert-level knowledge of social media, press events, ad campaigns and sales optimization /liliStrong interest in our games, in particular Transport Fever 2 and 3 /liliDegree in leadership, management, marketing, publishing or related field /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr