Vice President Creative Studios

Job Description

<p><strong>Who We Are</strong></p><p>We are Ninjas in Pyjamas, probably the world’s most legendary esports team.</p><p>Born in 2000 with Counter-Strike in our blood, we have pioneered the esports scene since its inception. We earned our stripes by competing at the very top level across almost a dozen game titles and we never lose — we only win or learn.</p><p>Our vision is to bring gaming culture to a world without boundaries.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>The role as VP of Creative Studios</strong></p><p>We are seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to join our organization as the Vice President of Creative Studios. In this role, you will be responsible for leading and growing our global creative studio, while driving its profitability and success. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and elevate our creative capabilities on a global scale.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Studio Leadership: Provide strategic direction and leadership to the creative studio, ensuring alignment with the overall business objectives. Develop and communicate a clear vision, mission, and goals for the studio.</li><li>Growth Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive growth strategy to expand the studio’s global presence and market share. Identify new business opportunities, partnerships, and revenue streams to drive profitability.</li><li>Team Development: Recruit, mentor, and manage a high-performing team of creative professionals. Foster a collaborative and innovative culture within the studio, promoting continuous learning and professional development.</li><li>Creative Excellence: Maintain and elevate the quality and impact of creative output across projects and campaigns. Set high standards for creativity, innovation, and craftsmanship while ensuring brand consistency and alignment with NIP Groups business objectives.</li><li>Financial Performance: Drive financial success by managing budgets, resource allocation, and project profitability. Develop and implement strategies to optimize operational efficiency and maximize revenue generation.</li><li>Client Relationships: Build and nurture strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and providing strategic creative solutions. Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including social media, sales, and esports, to deliver integrated and impactful creative campaigns.</li><li>Industry Trends and Innovation: Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in creative development. Identify opportunities for innovation and ensure the studio remains at the forefront of industry advancements.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in a senior leadership role within a creative agency, studio, or related industry, with a focus on driving growth and profitability.</li><li>Strong understanding of the gaming and esports industry is a plus, but willingness to learn and genuine interest in the field are essential.</li><li>Demonstrated success in scaling and expanding a global creative studio, delivering high-quality work and achieving business objectives.</li><li>Strong business acumen and financial management skills, with the ability to develop and execute strategic plans to drive revenue growth and operational efficiency.</li><li>Excellent leadership and people management abilities, with a track record of building and developing high-performing teams.</li><li>In-depth knowledge of creative processes, trends, and technologies across various mediums, including digital, print, video, and experiential.</li><li>Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.</li><li>A passion for creativity, innovation, and pushing boundaries to deliver outstanding results.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>What it means to be a Ninja</strong></p><p>Ninjas fight as one — no matter where you come from, who you are and what you look like you are welcome to join our dojo.</p><p>Our mission is to keep pioneering the esports industry and bringing it to an ever-broadening audience, and in order to innovate we need people from all walks of life. Yes, even if you’re more into horticulture than gaming in your free time.</p><p>The essence of being a Ninja is to&nbsp;<em>expect the unexpected</em>. In game and in the office we bring the energy and vision to be ready for anything at any given moment. That’s why your personal experience, your unique background and your perspectives will help us adapt and bring the unexpected.</p>