Head of Studio

Salary Range: 300000 to 400000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

What You Will Do:

• Define & Execute the Vision – Set the creative and strategic direction for new game development, ensuring originality, player engagement, and market fit.
• Build & Lead the Studio – Recruit, mentor, and inspire a top-tier team of designers, artists, and developers to deliver world-class games.
• Drive Innovation – Stay ahead of gaming trends, player behaviors, and emerging technologies to create genre-defining experiences.
• Oversee Game Development – Manage the full development lifecycle, from concept to launch, ensuring high-quality execution and alignment with business objectives.
• Collaborate Across Teams – Work closely with product, engineering, marketing, and executive leadership to bring games to market successfully.
• Own the P&L – Manage budgets, resources, and timelines to deliver high-impact games efficiently.

What We Are Looking For:

• 10+ years in the gaming industry, with experience leading game development teams.
• Proven track record of shipping successful games, ideally in the U.S. market.
• Deep understanding of game design, player psychology, and engagement mechanics.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to foster a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Hands-on experience with game development tools, pipelines, and production methodologies.
• Passion for innovation and pushing creative boundaries.

Why Join Bellota Labs?

• Creative Freedom – Lead a studio where fresh ideas and bold innovation drive everything we do.
• Impactful Work – Be at the forefront of shaping the next big gaming experiences for the U.S. market.
• Growth & Ownership – Play a key role in a rapidly growing startup with leadership opportunities and equity incentives.
• Collaborative Culture – Work with passionate, talented individuals who are redefining gaming.