Hipster Whale is searching for a seasoned Marketing Manager to join our team! You’ll lead the marketing strategy of our studio & game titles and collaborate with the team to bring plans to fruition. The role will encompass crafting marketing strategies, managing social media, and handling PR & communications. As part of our creative and skilled team, you'll have the chance to unleash your creativity and analytical skills, helping us deliver the joy of Crossy Road to millions!
We are looking for someone Melbourne based or open to relocating, and you must possess a valid Visa allowing you to work in Australia. Preference will be given to candidates based in Melbourne. While we will consider highly experienced remote applicants, it's imperative that there is significant overlap with our core business hours.
We offer a hybrid work arrangement (with a minimum of 2 days per week in the studio) and support flexibility to accommodate individual needs where possible. This is a permanent position with a negotiable workload and schedule if full-time isn’t preferable for you.
We’re proud to have an inclusive work environment and encourage members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply!
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CRITICAL INFO
Hipster Whale is a multi-award winning Australian studio, located in the heart of Melbourne. Their first release, Crossy Road, quickly became a viral success and Crossy Road titles have amassed more than 500 million downloads to date.
Hipster Whale has joined forces with world-renowned companies along the way, including Bandai Namco and Disney to create more top-charting games like PAC-MAN 256 and Disney Crossy Road. They continue to make and publish bright and funny games with broad appeal, including Piffle, and the Apple Arcade exclusives Crossy Road Castle and Crossy Road+.
Work Culture
We offer flexible working conditions, a lovely light-filled office right near Flinders Street Station (don’t worry, we also have blinds if darkness is more your thing), and training and development opportunities. Team happiness and fulfillment is essential for our business to be successful, and we know that means a respectful work/life balance.
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage diverse applications.
If you can tick most of the requirements for a role but not all, please do contact us. We are always interested to see candidates who could grow into an advertised role. Don't let the list of attributes scare you off if you feel a role is really you.
Crossy Road is the 8-bit endless arcade hopper that started it all. Collect custom characters and navigate freeways, railroads, rivers and much more. Join over 200 MILLION players worldwide and experience Hipster Whale's massive viral #1 hit!
Bring your friends and see how far you can get in Crossy Road Castle– an endless spinning tower of arcade fun! Keep climbing as high as you can. Every run is different.
PAC-MAN 256 is the maze that never ends. But the Glitch is coming for you… Challenge your friends with the local co-op multiplayer mode, up to 4 players. Waka waka on PAC-DOTS and stay ahead of the super-villain: The Glitch. Take on a new gang of revived retro-ghosts including Sue, Funky, and Spunky and Outsmart them with over 20 ridiculous power ups: Laser, Tornado, Giant and much more.