The Global Influencer Manager sits in the PR and Communications department and leads the team’s influencer operations for all key PR accounts. The ideal candidate will have an enthusiasm for video games and at least 5 years of experience within the gaming influencer space. The Global Influencer Manager will play a leading role in helping further establish and grow the agency’s Influencer department and clientele. The ideal candidate has an existing network of influencers and has worked on a variety of games from announcement to launch.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Account Support and Day to Day

• Create strategy briefings for game releases
• Execute your own and the clients influencer strategy for game releases, including writing briefings, creating contracts and reviewing content
• Report on influencer activations (24 hour, 48 hour, 7 day, month etc)
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring set objectives are clear and deadlines are met consistently
• Contribute to department meetings (internal and client-facing) on Influencer activities
• Strategic and tactical influencer and content creator outreach, including but not limited to:
  • Target research, pitching, executing ideas and managing client feedback
• Build and own good working relationships with influencers, agencies and celebrities
• Contribute to and maintain the PR department’s database of influencers/creators/ambassadors
• Work within the parameters of campaign embargoes for all clients, NDAs and spoilers etc
• Track commercial performance of influencer work
• Collaborate effectively within the agency’s Integrated Agency structure
• Keep abreast of current influencer trends and tools and key happenings in video games

New business support

• Lead and support with proposal and pitch deck creation
• Work within the wider Creative Services (CS) business structure to identify and track new business opportunities for influencers and lead client accounts
• Autonomous and proactive re: reaching out to potential AAA/AA new business partners, new clients and comfortable presenting pitch decks to new and existing clients.

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

• Fluent communication skills - verbal and written
• Familiarity with Google Suite including Gmail, Sheets, Docs and Slides, and influencer research and management tools, such as Klear
• Previous experience in balancing, prioritising and managing a varied workload to meet deadlines and managing financial targets and campaign budgets
• A good understanding of the video games media landscape, including personalities and influencers
• Able to (handle big clients/big presentations/stakeholders, finish)
• Discretion and an understanding of why embargoes and NDAs are in place
• Flair for creativity, strategic thinking and innovation

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Passion for video games.
• Willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Intuitive and proactive.
• Meticulous and organised with excellent attention to detail. 

We are recruiting 2-3 experienced User Interface developers to work with on theHunter: Call of the Wild made by the Avalanche Studios Group in Stockholm and Malmö, Sweden.

Game

• theHunter: Call of the Wild
• Platforms: PC and Console
• Official website: https://callofthewild.thehunter.com/

The work

• Currently the team has both UI developers and UI programmers - we are looking for developers who are comfortable with both
• Able to handle the complete pipeline

Tech stack

• animate, actionscript and c++
• experience with Scaleform would be a big plus as this is used in current game, but the studio will transition to Coherent as UI middleware

Work location

• Ideally 1-2 days onsite in the studios in Stockholm or Malmö, Sweden
• Open to fully remote within Central European time zone

Type of contract

• 1 year freelance contract with the possibility for renewal.

Benefits of working with Hardy & Go

• Join a network of like minded game professionals.
• Let us worry about acquisition. We aim to create continuity of projects for our consultants.
• Choose to work on projects that meet your career objectives and fit your lifestyle.

Overview

We are seeking talented and motivated Tools Programmers to join our network of expert consultants. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in programming and a deep understanding of tools development. As a tools programmer, you will play a crucial role in creating, maintaining, and enhancing the tools used by various teams within the organization to optimize game development processes.

Projects

The types of projects we work on are divers, they range from indie to AAA, from Unity and UE5 to proprietary engines.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand their tools requirements and develop effective solutions.
• Design and implement tools to streamline workflows and enhance productivity for artists, designers, and developers.
• Maintain and improve existing tools, ensuring they are up to date and compatible with evolving technology and software.
• Identify areas for automation and create efficient toolsets to accelerate development processes.
• Provide training and support to internal teams on the use of tools and technologies.
• Collaborate with colleagues to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to tools and workflows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C++, C#, or Python.
• Solid understanding of design patterns, data structures, and algorithms.
• Experience with tools development, automation, and scripting.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams.
• Passion for gaming and familiarity with game development tools and processes is a plus.

Work location

• Majority of projects can be done fully remote. Sometime clients will ask to come in the studio from time to time.

Type of contract

• Contractor/ freelancer

Benefits of working with Hardy & Go

• Join a network of like minded game professionals.
• Let us worry about acquisition. We aim to create continuity of projects for our consultants.
• Choose to work on projects that meet your career objectives and fit your lifestyle.

Overview

We are seeking talented and motivated AI Programmers to join our network of expert consultants. The AI Programmer will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining cutting-edge AI systems.

Projects

The types of projects we work on are divers, they range from indie to AAA, from Unity and UE5 to proprietary engines.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and develop AI solutions to meet business needs
• Design and implement AI algorithms and models to improve product functionality
• Test and debug AI systems to ensure they meet performance and reliability standards
• Optimize AI systems for scalability and performance
• Stay updated on the latest AI technologies and techniques to drive continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• Proven experience with programming languages such as Python, C++, or Java
• Familiarity with AI, machine learning, and deep learning concepts
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Work location

• Majority of projects can be done fully remote. Sometime clients will ask to come in the studio from time to time.

Type of contract

• Contractor/ freelancer

Benefits of working with Hardy & Go

• Join a network of like minded game professionals.
• Let us worry about acquisition. We aim to create continuity of projects for our consultants.
• Choose to work on projects that meet your career objectives and fit your lifestyle.

Overview

We are seeking talented and motivated Gameplay Programmers to join our network of expert consultants. As a Gameplay Programmer, you will be responsible for developing and implementing gameplay features that enhance the overall player experience. You will collaborate closely with the design and art teams to bring the game to life and create engaging and immersive gameplay.

Projects

The types of projects we work on are divers, they range from indie to AAA, from Unity and UE5 to proprietary engines.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with designers and artists to develop and implement interactive gameplay features
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code for gameplay systems
• Optimize and debug gameplay features to ensure smooth and engaging player experiences
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in gameplay programming
• Contribute to design discussions and provide input on gameplay mechanics and features

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Game Development, or relevant field
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C++, C#, or Java
• Solid understanding of game design principles and mechanics
• Experience with game engines such as Unity, Unreal Engine or proprietary engines
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Passion for gaming and a keen interest in creating innovative and immersive gameplay experiences

Work location

Majority of projects can be done fully remote. Sometime clients will ask to come in the studio from time to time.

Type of contract

• Contractor/ freelancer

Benefits of working with Hardy & Go

• Join a network of like minded game professionals.
• Let us worry about acquisition. We aim to create continuity of projects for our consultants.
• Choose to work on projects that meet your career objectives and fit your lifestyle.

Overview

We are seeking talented and motivated Engine Programmers to join our network of expert consultants. As Engine Programmer will play a key role in developing and optimizing engine systems to create cutting-edge gaming experiences for our clients.

Projects

The types of projects we work on are divers, they range from indie to AAA, from Unity and UE5 to proprietary engines.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the engineering team to design, implement, and optimize engine systems.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code to support game development.
• Profile and optimize code to achieve high performance across various platforms.
• Work closely with artists and designers to ensure seamless integration of engine features.
• Contribute to the technical design of game engine systems and tools.

Qualifications

• Proficient in C++ programming and software architecture.
• Experience with game engine development and optimization.
• Strong understanding of 3D math, physics, and algorithms.
• Knowledge of performance analysis and optimization techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Work location

• Majority of projects can be done fully remote. Sometime clients will ask to come in the studio from time to time.

Type of contract

• Contractor/ freelancer

Benefits of working with Hardy & Go

• Join a network of like minded game professionals.
• Let us worry about acquisition. We aim to create continuity of projects for our consultants.
• Choose to work on projects that meet your career objectives and fit your lifestyle.

We are looking for an experienced PR professional to assist with the planning and execution of a major press event next year. You are part of a central team and the project is for 3 months, maybe longer. Tasks include:

• Managing PR agencies.
• Liaise with development team.
• Assisting with event logistics and execution.
• Potential on site event support.

This exiting project is ideal for a PR person that has set up big events in the past and needs minimal onboarding.