Full-Time

Business Development Manager

Posted on 11/15/2024

Twitch

Twitch

10,001+ employees

Live streaming platform for gaming content

Consumer Software
Entertainment
Gaming

Compensation Overview

$83.1k - $177.8kAnnually

+ Equity + Sign-on Payments + Other Forms of Compensation

Mid

Seattle, WA, USA

Category
Business Development
Business & Strategy
Required Skills
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • 3-5 years experience in Business Development, Consulting, B2B Partnerships or Go-To-Market management
  • Experience partnering with legal teams to negotiate and contract agreements.
  • An understanding of Twitch's products and its business model.
  • The ability to develop recommendations in highly ambiguous environments.
  • Experience and comfortability working with technical product teams.
Responsibilities
  • Both independently and collaboratively identify, source, and close a variety of high impact partnership agreements with a diverse variety of companies. This includes developing strategy within a sector by applying relevant data points to make informed decisions and bring important internal team members on board from initial negotiations through execution to ensure successful long-term partnerships.
  • Lead multiple engagements simultaneously over a variety of business categories including commerce, digital media, advertising, and web services from sourcing to go-to-market. This includes driving financial modeling, legal reviews, co-marketing discussions, and appropriate internal reporting including P&L management.
  • Explore new business categories with an opportunity assessment and build external partner relationships quickly. This includes working backwards from both companies' goals with an understanding of needs, visions, and strategy on both sides.
  • Articulate product vision and strategies to both internal and external partners by providing relevant insights to our teams based on customer feedback and data analysis.

Twitch is an interactive live streaming platform that focuses on video game streaming, esports broadcasts, and creative content. It allows gamers and content creators to share their gameplay and creative processes in real-time, engaging with viewers through chat and other interactive features. The platform operates by generating revenue from advertisements, subscriptions, and the sale of virtual goods. Content creators can earn money through viewer subscriptions, donations, and sponsorships, while advertisers can place targeted ads to reach specific audiences. What sets Twitch apart from its competitors is its strong community aspect, which encourages interaction and engagement between streamers and viewers, creating a lively environment for digital entertainment.

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$34M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

12%

2 year growth

14%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Twitch's collaborations with major brands like KFC and Wendy's provide lucrative opportunities for streamers and content creators.
  • The platform's ability to attract diverse content, from gaming to charity events, broadens its audience and revenue streams.
  • High-profile events and streams, such as AOC's Among Us sessions, bring significant media attention and new users to the platform.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape of live streaming is intensifying, with platforms like YouTube and Facebook Gaming vying for market share.
  • Dependence on high-profile streamers means that losing key personalities could significantly impact user engagement and revenue.

What makes Twitch unique

  • Twitch's unique focus on live streaming and real-time interaction sets it apart from other video platforms like YouTube and Facebook.
  • The platform's strong community engagement, driven by features like chat and subscriptions, creates a loyal user base that is hard to replicate.
  • Twitch's partnerships with high-profile streamers and celebrities, such as Ninja and Terry Crews, enhance its visibility and appeal.

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Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision & Disability Insurance

401(k)

Maternity & Parental Leave

Flexible PTO

Commuter Benefits

Amazon Employee Discount