Company Description

Informa Festivals marks an exciting new chapter in B2B events, bringing some of the world's most influential creative, technology, and business festivals together. We’re combining prestigious events like Cannes Lions, Black Hat, Money20/20, GDC, and London Tech Week with cutting-edge marketing intelligence platforms and advisory services to deliver unmissable experiences and insights.

Our festival-led approach reimagines traditional B2B events, creating powerful, immersive experiences that drive innovation and industry advancement. Building on decades of expertise and powered by Informa's international reach, we're shaping the next generation of business festivals.

Job Description

Shape the Future of Gaming's Premier Event

You'll lead the strategic evolution of the Game Developers Conference (GDC), the world's largest professional game industry event. As our Product & Growth Director, you'll drive innovation, identify new opportunities, and champion transformation strategies that keep GDC at the forefront of the gaming industry.

What You'll Do

Strategic Leadership

Develop transformative strategies that position GDC for continued growth and relevanceIdentify innovative opportunities to serve the entire gaming ecosystemEstablish clear metrics to measure performance and guide strategic decisions

Business Development & Growth

Engage with industry leaders at gaming events worldwideProvide thought leadership that strengthens GDC's position in the marketBuild valuable relationships that create new opportunities for expansionGather market insights to inform strategic planning and competitive positioning

Brand Revitalization

Help reshape the GDC brand to enhance its market presenceCreate compelling narratives that connect with both established and emerging audiencesSupport initiatives that strengthen our value proposition across the gaming industry

Ready to make your mark on the gaming industry? Join our team in San Francisco and help write the next chapter of GDC's success story!

Qualifications

What You'll Bring

Deep industry knowledge from 15+ years in gaming, spanning technical, commercial and strategic rolesGlobal perspective on gaming trends, market dynamics, and emerging opportunitiesTransformation expertise with a proven track record of successful product innovationStrategic thinking and advanced analytical skills to drive data-informed decisions

Additional Information

We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Here’s some of what you can expect when you join us. But don’t just take our word for it – see what our colleagues have to say at LifeAt.Informa.com

Our benefits include:

Freedom & flexibility: colleagues rate us highly for the flexibility and trust they receive, and we support a range of working patternsGreat community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active colleague groups and networks promoting a positive, supportive, and collaborative work environmentBroader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available tooCareer opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When it’s time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job movesTime out: 15 days PTO rising to 20 after three years and 25 after six years, plus 10 national holidays, a birthday leave day and the chance to work from (almost!) anywhere for up to four weeks a yearCompetitive benefits, including a 401k match, health, vision and dental insurance, parental leave and an ESPP offering company shares at a minimum 15% discountStrong wellbeing support through EAP assistance, mental health first aiders, free access to a wellness app and moreRecognition for great work, with global awards and kudos programsAs an international company, the chance to collaborate with teams around the world

 

The salary range for this role is $150,000 - $160,000 based on experience. 

This posting will automatically expire on July 15, 2025

We’re not solely focused on a checklist of skills. We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up, join in and help make things happen. If it sounds like a match and you have most – although not all – of the skills and experience listed, we welcome your application.

At Informa, you'll find inclusive experiences and environments where all perspectives and backgrounds are welcomed. As part of this approach and our diversity and inclusion commitments, we are also formally an Equal Opportunities Employer. This means we base decisions on relevant qualifications and merit and do not discriminate on the basis of key characteristics and statuses, including all of those protected by law. Ask us or see our website for full information.

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