Games Business Development Manager, Apple Games App

Games Business Development Manager, Apple Games App

The App Store is the world's safest and most vibrant app marketplace, serving more than 700 million people each week. Since the App Store launched in 2008, it has helped creators, dreamers, and learners of all ages and backgrounds connect with the tools and information they need to build a brighter future and a better world. It has enabled countless new companies, spawned new industries, and created millions of jobs. A significant driver of the global economy, the App Store facilitates over a $1 trillion in developer billings and sales annually, rewarding developers and entrepreneurs for their hard work and creativity. And we believe we're just getting started! The App Store team is seeking a hard-working and results-oriented Games Business Development Manager to support the growth of game developers on Apple platforms.

Description

As the Games Business Development Manager, you will be working closely with game developers to drive the growth and success of the Apple Games App by identifying, onboarding, and supporting game developers, advocating for their needs within Apple, and contributing to the strategic development of Apple's gaming ecosystem.

Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of game developers where Apple can have an outsized impact and where Games App integrations materially impact game performances. Proactively identify and recruit new game developers to the Apple Games App, focusing on key segments (e.g., low adoption markets, indie developers, specific genres, feature related). Build and maintain strong relationships with BD teams and their Strategic Developers, understanding their business goals, technical challenges, and feature requests. Provide comprehensive onboarding and ongoing support to developers, ensuring a smooth integration process and addressing their needs. Actively promote the Games App's features, developer benefits, and success stories to the broader game developer community through events, conferences, online channels, and targeted outreach. Collaborate with internal teams to develop compelling case studies, best practices guides, and marketing materials showcasing the Games App's value proposition. Inform the prioritization of the product roadmap based on real-world use cases, developer feedback, and market trends. Support editorial teams to devise new curation and discovery programs, tailored towards the growth of diverse business models and content types in the Games App and App Store. Contribute to the development of Apple's gaming vision at large, partnering with Engineering, Product Marketing, PR, Marketing, and other relevant teams.

Minimum Qualifications

7+ years of experience with deep knowledge of the games ecosystem and understanding of game monetization models, game development, and game publishing. BA/BS degree in Business, Marketing, or related field, or equivalent experience.

Pay & Benefits

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $139,800 and $260,800, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.

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