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Experience representing video game companies, software developers, or entertainment studios. * Significant transactional and/or IP prosecution or enforcement experience. * Familiarity with the game ...

Experience representing video game companies, software developers, or entertainment studios. * Significant transactional and/or IP prosecution or enforcement experience. * Familiarity with the game ...

Experience representing video game companies, software developers, or entertainment studios. * Significant transactional and/or IP prosecution or enforcement experience. * Familiarity with the game ...

IT Manager

Boston, MA · On-site

$89K - $110K/yr

We also provide co-development services to larger, best-in-industry game companies. In this capacity, Demiurge has worked with some of the industry's biggest hitters on exciting projects including ...

Game Designer, Casual F2P

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$167K/yr

We need a game designer who actually plays casual F2P mobile games, not someone who tolerates them ... Our vision is to become one of the world's leading entertainment companies. As a self-funded ...

Game Designer, Casual F2P

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$167K/yr

We need a game designer who actually plays casual F2P mobile games, not someone who tolerates them ... Our vision is to become one of the world's leading entertainment companies. As a self-funded ...

Video Game Critic

Chicago, IL · On-site

$127K - $129K/yr

... companies such as Marvel, Ubisoft, EGM, and others. Qualifications Requirements Strong command of the English language Can be personable and articulate through text A strong need to follow the latest ...

Senior Game Specialist (Houdini)

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$130K - $155K/yr

Company Description NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies ... Solve technical challenges to balance visual quality, realism, and performance in modern game ...

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How much do game companies jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for game companies in the United States is $20.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.18 and $23.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive at a game company, and why are they important?

To thrive at a game company, you typically need expertise in game design, programming, art, or production, supported by a relevant degree or portfolio of work. Familiarity with industry-standard tools like Unity or Unreal Engine, version control systems, and sometimes certifications in specific software are highly valued. Creativity, teamwork, and effective communication are crucial soft skills that set professionals apart in collaborative environments. These skills and qualifications are vital to deliver engaging, high-quality games and to contribute positively to dynamic, cross-functional teams.

What is a game company?

Game companies are organizations that specialize in the development, publishing, and distribution of video games. They can range from small indie studios to large multinational corporations, working on games for consoles, PCs, mobile devices, and other platforms. These companies employ a variety of professionals, including game designers, programmers, artists, writers, and marketers, to create and bring interactive entertainment experiences to players. Some of the most well-known game companies include Nintendo, Electronic Arts, Ubisoft, and Activision Blizzard.

What are some common challenges faced when working in a game company, and how can new employees navigate them?

Working in a game development company often involves tight deadlines, frequent changes in project direction, and balancing creative vision with technical constraints. New employees may find it challenging to keep up with rapid iteration cycles and cross-disciplinary collaboration between artists, programmers, and designers. To succeed, it’s important to communicate openly, be adaptable to feedback, and proactively seek clarification when needed. Building strong relationships with team members and staying organized can help navigate the fast-paced and dynamic environment typical of game studios.
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Infographic showing various Game Companies job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 5% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,561 per year, or $20.9 per hour.

Associate Manager, Business Development

The Walt Disney Company

Burbank, CA • On-site

$87K - $116K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life

Posted 3 days ago

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Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

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Job Posting Title:

Associate Manager, Business Development

Req ID:

10152651

Job Description:

ASSOCIATE MANAGER, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Job Summary
Have you dreamed of joining an expert team that will bring the full might and rich mythology of legendary Marvel characters to help creators make exceptional games? Do you have an acute sense of what makes a video game a truly remarkable player experience? Do your gaming habits often interfere with your sleep? Is there an unrelenting drive inside you to play your part in crafting original, memorable, playable Super Hero stories? We are Marvel Games, home of the team that collaborates with the mightiest companies on Earth to bring groundbreaking games to market.

We are looking for an Associate Manager, Business Development to join our team to work on multiple exciting projects with the most-talented game companies in the world.

What You Will Do:

  • Join a passionate, strategically minded team dedicated to developing best-in-class games with leading developers across Mobile, PC, Console and emerging technologies.
  • Partner with the Director of Business Development, Operations, Production, and Creative Teams to help manage and grow Marvel Games' footprint through existing relationships and new opportunity development.
  • Support the end-to-end deal process for Marvel IP in games, including negotiations, new deal structuring, amendments, and contract execution.
  • Help evaluate inbound and outbound opportunities for strategic fit and commercial viability.
  • Own and maintain internal tracking and reporting for prospective, in-progress, and executed deals, ensuring accuracy and timely updates.
  • Assist the Director of Business Development in building data-informed business cases to support Marvel's long-term gaming strategy, in collaboration with DGG Strategy & Insights and Finance teams.
  • Coordinate with TWDC international teams to support partner success in strategic growth markets through local/regional collaboration and synergy opportunities.

Basic Skills and Qualifications:

  • 4 years of experience in business development, licensing, partnerships, strategy, or related functions within games (publisher, developer, platform, agency, or IP holder).
  • Strong understanding of the video game industry, including platforms, genres, and F2P (free to play), premium and subscription-based business models
  • An emotional intelligence that drives and builds strong relationships (internal and external) via excellent communication and an empathetic mindset
  • A constant, unyielding desire to overdeliver, going above and beyond to produce the highest-quality work
  • An analytical and framework-oriented mind, both of quantitative (Excel sheets, business models) and qualitative (game genres, trends) nature, as well as a whiteboard-debate-eager, insights-fueled, hypothesis-driven approach to identifying and evaluating industry trends
  • Passion for Marvel characters and stories.

Education:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, or related field; MBA or equivalent a plus.

Our Benefits: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits

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The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $87,100 to $116,800 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Job Posting Segment:

NA - Games

Job Posting Primary Business:

Regional (NA - Games)

Primary Job Posting Category:

Games-Business Dev

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Burbank, CA, USA

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Date Posted:

2026-06-04

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At Disney, we're storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. We do this through utilizing and developing cutting-edge technology and pushing the envelope to bring stories to life through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your chance to join our talented team that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world. "We create happiness." That's our motto at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. And it permeates everything we do. At Disney, you'll help inspire that magic by enabling our teams to push the limits of entertainment and create the never-before-seen!

Industry

Amusement, gambling, and recreation

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Burbank, CA, US

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