Game Dev Savvy Business Developer

Business Developer

PreviewLabs is a company with offices in Guilford, Connecticut and Wetteren, Belgium, and specializes in the development of prototypes using game development technology. We develop the prototypes to help our clients test or pitch ideas. We do this mainly using Unity, for any kind of game technology, covering PC and mobile games, educational games, simulations, data visualization etc. Our clients include tech startups, top universities such as Yale University, as well as larger established companies such as Activision.

We are looking for a half-time Business Developer to support our growth, while scaling to a full time position after 6 months, leading us to our next high profile or secret startup clients.

Description

• Use various resources to identify potential clients or prospects.
• Interact with prospects or clients via email and telephone.
• Research accounts, identify key players, and generate interest.
• Develop and maintain relationships with prospects, establishing trust in the company.
• Maintain prospect and client information in our Salesforce database.
• Writing updates for our various social media channels.
• Scheduling calls and meetings with prospects and clients.
• Following up on opportunities for projects as well as public speaking opportunities for the managers of our US and Belgian studio.
• Work collaboratively with our founder, project manager, and developers.
• Overseeing the lifecycle of our clients, from initial prospection to nurturing the relationship after prototype delivery.
• Assist in other processes as needed, such as recruitment and press releases.

Requirements

• Deep understanding of the game development process (either for games or applications of game technology) through education or previous work experience.
• Has played through a variety of video games.
• Comfortable speaking to prospects and clients. Not afraid to engage people and start a conversation at industry/networking events.
• Attention to detail, great organizational skills, and diligent in follow-up.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated and eager to learn.
  High interest in business strategy and processes.
  

Pluses

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field.
• Previous experience as a salesperson.
• Interested in occasionally traveling to industry events, including in Europe.
  

Practical

• The job will take place on-site at our office in Guilford, Connecticut.
• Some work from home would be possible (1 day/week while working half-time, and 2 days/week while working full-time).
• Includes mentorship by the founder of the company.
• Compensation consists of a base salary and commission.
• To apply for this position, please complete the following form:
  https://forms.gle/wW8BuvHUkfEAgNUh6