Business Development & Operations specialists are the strategic backbone of Foehammer Studios. They handle partnerships, contract negotiations, financial planning, operational processes, legal compliance, and strategic growth initiatives. Business Development & Operations bridge the gap between creative vision and business reality, ensuring the studio operates efficiently and grows sustainably.
This role encompasses everything from negotiating platform deals and managing contractor agreements to creating business plans, analyzing market opportunities, establishing operational workflows, and coordinating with legal/financial advisors. Specialists use business depth, negotiation skills, and operational expertise to build a professional, scalable studio structure.
✅ Partnership Development: Identify and negotiate with publishers, platforms, investors, partners
✅ Contract Management: Draft, review, and manage contractor agreements and partnerships
✅ Financial Planning: Budgeting, revenue projections, cost analysis, funding strategies
✅ Legal Compliance: Ensure studio meets UK business laws, employment regulations, IP protection
✅ Operational Processes: Establish workflows, payment systems, contractor onboarding, documentation
✅ Market Analysis: Research market opportunities, competitive landscape, business trends
✅ Strategic Planning: Long-term business strategy, growth roadmaps, expansion planning
✅ Vendor Management: Negotiate with service providers, tools, platforms, insurance
✅ Fundraising Support: Prepare pitch decks, financial models, investor materials
✅ Risk Management: Identify business risks, create mitigation strategies, insurance planning