We are hiring a Studio Lead (Head of Studio) to take ownership of Immersive Gamebox’s content function and drive the end-to-end development of our titles. This is a pivotal leadership role, balancing hands-on technical oversight with project management and team leadership. You’ll be accountable for delivering games that are on time, on budget, and world-class in quality and fun – helping define the future of immersive social gaming.

This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious leader to step into a role that sits at the heart of our business. You’ll manage a blended team of in-house creatives, freelancers, and external studios, while building the technical foundations and processes that allow our content to scale globally.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-End Game Delivery – Own the full lifecycle of Immersive Gamebox titles, from concept and prototyping through to production, launch, and live operations.
• Project & Resource Management – Oversee timelines, budgets, and priorities to ensure every game is delivered to the highest standard, balancing creative ambition with commercial impact.
• Technical Leadership – Lead the ongoing development of our SDK and technical systems, making strategic decisions on tools, workflows, and architecture to support increasingly ambitious content.
• Quality Assurance – Build and manage a robust testing and QA process, ensuring every release is stable, reliable, and delivers exceptional player experiences.
• Team Leadership – Manage and inspire a hybrid team of in-house staff, contractors, and external studios to deliver high-quality, replayable, and innovative games.
• Innovation & Replayability – Push the boundaries of our proprietary Gamebox hardware (touchscreen, motion tracking, projection mapping, group interactivity) to create unique, industry-leading experiences.
• Partner Collaboration – Work with world-class partners such as Netflix, Warner Bros., and Paramount to adapt globally recognised IP into the Gamebox format.
• Reporting & Strategy – Report directly to the SVP of Commercial, providing updates on progress, risks, and priorities, while contributing to the long-term content strategy and roadmap.

Requirements

• Proven experience leading game development projects or studios, with a track record of shipping successful titles.
• Strong technical fluency with modern game engines (e.g. Unity) and development workflows.
• Excellent project management skills, with experience managing multiple projects simultaneously in an agile or hybrid environment.
• Ability to write clear documentation, briefs, and technical requirements.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions and manage external partners and suppliers.
• Previous line management experience with hybrid teams (in-house, freelance, agency, or external studios).
• Strong commercial acumen and the ability to balance creative vision with business objectives.

Nice to Haves

• Experience working across XR/VR/AR platforms or other immersive technologies.
• Background in working with licensed IP and adapting well-known brands into interactive formats.
• Knowledge of how to design for replayability and engagement in multiplayer or social gaming experiences.
• Experience with live operations strategies to drive engagement, retention, and replayability.

Why Join Us?

Immersive Gamebox is redefining how people play together. With our proprietary Gamebox hardware and blockbuster IP collaborations (including Squid Game, Batman & Angry Birds), we’re creating the next generation of immersive, social gaming experiences.

As Studio Lead, you’ll play a fundamental role in shaping the future of our content and building the systems, teams, and experiences that power our growth. This is your chance to:

• Lead a function that is critical to the success of the company.
• Work with global partners and cutting-edge technology.
• Influence how millions of people worldwide experience our games.
• Join a fast-growing company with big ambitions and huge opportunities for personal growth.

About the Company

Immersive Gamebox (IGB) is a fast-growing entertainment company bringing multiplayer gaming experiences to global audiences. With 35+ venues across 7 countries and a 4.9/5 average customer rating from over 2 million players, we partner with leading studios like Netflix, Sony, WB, and Paramount to create world-class interactive content using cutting-edge technology.