Head of Brand & IP Partnerships - Remote

Overview

We’re hiring our first Head of Brand & IP Partnerships to bring the most iconic brands in the world into Highrise—our avatar-based virtual world where millions of people express themselves, hang out, and build community.

In Short

• Identify and secure strategic IP partnerships with global brands in fashion, toys, and entertainment
• Lead deal structuring, negotiation, and contract execution
• Work cross-functionally to translate partnerships into live, playable product inside Highrise: avatar drops, themed events, immersive rooms
• Own go-to-market and co-marketing strategy, ensuring high-impact launches with real player engagement
• Build the IP integration playbook: internal standards, creative templates, launch protocols
• Help shape how Highrise is perceived externally by brand partners, agencies, and collaborators

Requirements

• 7+ years experience in partnerships, licensing, or brand development in gaming, fashion, entertainment, or social platforms
• Demonstrated success closing and launching high-impact IP deals—ideally including fashion or character licensing
• Deep understanding of fashion as culture and commerce, with a strong POV on how to translate brand identity into digital expression
• A strong network in fashion, entertainment, or licensing—you can pick up the phone and start conversations
• Highly collaborative but self-sufficient—you can operate solo, move fast, and unblock others
• Strategic thinker with great taste and a bias for fast, high-quality execution

Benefits

• Opportunity to shape the future of brand integrations in a virtual world
• Work directly with the CEO and creative leads
• High-impact role with significant responsibility
• Collaborative and fast-paced work environment
• Be part of a growing company focused on social experiences