Head of Games

About us: Glitch Productions is an independent animation studio based in Australia making original, long form animated shows distributed on Youtube. Our channel has over 18 million subscribers, tens of millions of views per episode and is still growing strong. Our studio is filled with incredibly talented and passionate artists that are determined to change the way animation is produced and treated in the industry. Our biggest IP; Digital Circus, has amassed over 350 million views on the pilot alone and we have a lot more still to come. About the Role Glitch Productions is expanding into games and we're looking for a Head of Games to build and run the studio from the ground up. You'll be the founding leader of this division, with full ownership over hiring, production infrastructure, culture, and delivery across our current slate. This is a rare opportunity to shape a games studio at the earliest stage, backed by an established IP portfolio with a massive global fanbase. What You'll Do Own the full games studio operation end-to-end: structure, process, tooling, hiring, and delivery Build production infrastructure from scratch, including pipelines, project management systems, tools, milestone tracking, and communication workflows Lead and grow the team, hiring across engineering, design, art, QA, and production disciplines in alignment with project needs Oversee day-to-day development on several active titles in planning, ensuring quality, timeline, and budget targets are met Establish version control, asset pipelines, documentation and QA processes appropriate to the team's scale and engine choices Work directly with the CEO to define the games division's vision, roadmap, and distribution strategy Establish a studio culture that reflects Glitch's values: skilled, kind, ambitious people doing work they're proud of Manage relationships with external partners, publishers, platforms, and contractors as needed Build and manage relationships with external platforms (Steam, consoles, mobile), publishers, contractors, and vendors Report regularly on project health, resourcing gaps, risks, and milestones What We're Looking For Proven track record shipping games as a studio head, executive producer, or senior production leader (indie or AA/AAA background both considered) Hands-on experience building studio infrastructure from early stages, not just inheriting mature pipelines Strong understanding of both game development craft and the management side of running a studio Strong command of engine and tooling decisions and the downstream hiring and pipeline implications they create Experience making early org design calls: which roles to hire first, how to structure shared vs. siloed resources, and how to scale without over-hiring Demonstrated ability to hire and retain great people and build high-performing teams Comfortable operating with ambiguity and making sound decisions without established playbooks Excellent communicator who can work cross-functionally with creative, commercial, and executive stakeholders Deep passion for games and what GLITCH stands for Nice to Have Experience in studios adjacent to animation, film, or transmedia IP Background shipping titles that originated from existing entertainment properties or fanbases Familiarity with indie/mid-size team structures and resource-constrained production What We Offer Full ownership of a games division at a studio with globally recognized IP and a passionate fanbase Direct line to the CEO and meaningful input into business strategy Competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience Remote-friendly with flexibility on location The chance to build something genuinely new, with the creative and commercial foundation already in place Our values Glitch Productions has an art-first mindset. Regardless of which team we’re in, every single team member’s core mission is to create the best art possible, and delight our audience that has given us so much. We achieve this mission through our values: Passion: First and foremost, every team member has a passion for the work we do and why we do it. It’s what allows us to contribute our creative energy, pitch new concepts, and give everything we make a personal touch that resonates with our fans. Innovation: From cobbling together sets in a living room, to inventing new pipelines using breakthrough technology, we have always had a focus on innovation and new ideas. We always try to push the boundaries of our industry and keep things fresh and exciting for both the team and our audience. Teamwork: Animation takes a big team of incredibly talented people and everyone is always ready to pitch in and lend a hand. We believe that our diversity and range of skills are what allows us to create works none of us could do on our own. Integrity: Our integrity is the heart of our core mission. It’s what allows us to do right for our projects and for each other. At Glitch Productions, we’re passionate about fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects our values as a creative studio. We hire based on skills, passion and potential, and celebrate the diverse perspectives that make our team stronger. We welcome people of all races, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, ages, educational backgrounds, abilities, and experiences. Simply put, if you’re a good person and share our passion for animation, we want to hear from you!