Game Studio Partnerships Manager

Arizona State University; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona State University\'s GAME School in Los Angeles is launching a new Game Studio Production program. We are seeking a Program Manager, Studio Partnerships to help build it from the ground up, focusing on fundraising, resource development, and industry relationships that connect students to real career pathways.

The Program Manager will identify funding sources for student projects, events, and equipment, and develop internship pipelines with LA game studios, collaborating with faculty and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience or equivalent combination.
• Experience in fundraising, development, or program management within higher education or entertainment fields.
• Familiarity with game development or studio production pipelines is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify, cultivate, and secure funding from studios, publishers, industry partners, alumni, and foundations.
• Support recruitment efforts for GAME programs in Los Angeles in coordination with leadership.
• Develop internship and job-shadow pipelines with game studios and related companies.
• Build and sustain relationships with industry partners as a primary liaison for the program.
• Draft proposals, sponsorships, grants, and donor communications.
• Collaborate with faculty to align fundraising priorities with curricular needs.
• Represent the program at industry events and conferences.
• Develop relations with industry partners to align training with employer needs and emerging tech.
• Support strategic planning, special projects, and reporting led by the Director & LA Faculty.

Skills

Fundraising & donor relations

Relationship building

Program management

Industry networking

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Arizona State University\'s GAME School in Los Angeles is launching a new Game Studio Production program. We are seeking a Program Manager, Studio Partnerships to help build it from the ground up, focusing on fundraising, resource development, and industry relationships that connect students to real career pathways.

The Program Manager will identify funding sources for student projects, events, and equipment, and develop internship pipelines with LA game studios, collaborating with faculty and