Director of Music - Full Time

Its award-winning Nex Playground console, launched in December 2023, uses cutting-edge AI, mobile and vision technologies to merge digital and physical worlds, immersing players in the experience using their natural body movement. Nex Playground games range from original sports and fitness titles, to educational games and titles in collaboration with Hasbro and Sesame Workshop. Nex Playground is also kidSAFE+ COPPA certified, highlighting the company’s firm stance on privacy and safety for kids and families. The ideal candidate will combine strategic thinking with hands-on music supervision experience, bringing both creative vision and practical execution skills to shape the musical identity of our games. Music Licensing & Industry Relations Lead all music licensing efforts, including negotiating terms and securing rights Build and maintain relationships with key music industry stakeholders (labels, publishers, artists, managers) Oversee the clearance process for all music used in games and marketing Coordinate with legal team on contract terms and rights management Budget & Project Management Develop and manage annual music budgets Track and report on music-related KPIs Maintain detailed records of licenses, clearances, and associated costs Supervise timeline and delivery of music assets Develop and execute the overall music strategy for our game portfolio Identify opportunities for innovative music integration that enhances gameplay experience Analyze market trends and player insights to inform music selection and implementation Provide strategic guidance on music-related features and initiatives Creative Supervision Oversee music selection and placement across all game and marketing related projects Direct the creative implementation of music in both gameplay and marketing materials Collaborate with game directors and creative teams to ensure music aligns with artistic vision Evaluate and approve music-related creative assets Music Industry Partnerships & Artist Relations Develop and maintain strong relationships with record labels, music publishers, artist managers, and talent agencies Identify and secure opportunities for exclusive artist collaborations and in-game and out of game appearances Create compelling partnership proposals that align artist objectives with game experiences and marketing experiences Conceive and execute innovative cross-promotional campaigns with artists and labels Foster long-term strategic partnerships that create unique value for both artists and games Stay current with music industry trends and emerging artists to identify partnership opportunities Represent the studio at music industry events and conferences 5+ years of music supervision experience, preferably in gaming or interactive entertainment ~ Proven track record of successful music licensing and rights management ~ Experience managing substantial music budgets ~ Strong network within the music industry ~ Demonstrated ability to lead creative projects from concept to completion ~ History of successful artist partnerships and collaborations