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Director of Interactive Media- Volunteer Leadership Role
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Director of Interactive Media
(Studio Head – Game Development)
The Donovan’s Venom
Remote | Executive Leadership | Volunteer
We’re Building — And It Has to Be Played
The Donovan’s Venom is evolving.
Not just programs.
Not just content.
Experiences.
Experiences people can interact with.
Learn from.
Come back to.
We are building our flagship educational game —
The Donovan’s Piano Room — and we need someone to lead it.
We are seeking a Director of Interactive Media to define, build, and scale our game development studio.
Because learning isn’t just taught.
It’s experienced.
The Role
This is the leader responsible for building and running our Interactive Media Studio.
From concept → gameplay → development → release → iteration — you own it.
You are not just managing projects.
You are building a scalable game development pipeline and product ecosystem.
This role operates at both a creative and technical level, ensuring high-quality, mission-aligned interactive experiences.
What You’ll Own
Studio Leadership & Vision
- Lead the Interactive Media Studio as a full production unit
- Define creative direction for all interactive products
- Align gameplay, user experience, and educational impact
Product Ownership – Game Development
- Own development of:
- The Donovan’s Piano Room (flagship game)
- Define:
- Core features
- Expansion roadmap
- Iteration cycles
- Ensure balance between:
- Engagement
- Learning outcomes
- Technical feasibility
Production Pipeline & Development
- Build and manage full game development lifecycle:
- Concept
- Design & prototyping
- Development
- QA/testing
- Release cycles
- Implement structured workflows (Agile, sprint cycles)
- Ensure timelines, milestones, and delivery
Technical & Creative Oversight
- Oversee:
- Game systems and mechanics
- UX/UI design
- Technical architecture
- Ensure alignment across:
- Art
- Design
- Engineering
Team Leadership & Development
- Lead a multidisciplinary team (designers, engineers, artists, QA)
- Define roles, workflows, and expectations
- Support recruitment and development of contributors
Strategic Growth & Studio Expansion
- Build roadmap for studio growth
- Identify opportunities for:
- New game products
- Feature expansion
- Strategic partnerships
Funding & External Engagement
- Support funding strategies:
- Grants
- Sponsorships
- Partnerships
- Contribute to pitch decks and product demos
- Represent the organization at industry events
Cross-Division Integration
- Align with:
- Animation & Media (shared storytelling/IP)
- Educational Products (content integration)
- EdTech Platform (data and platform integration)
- Ensure games are part of a connected learning ecosystem
Performance & Continuous Improvement
- Track:
- Development milestones
- User engagement
- Feedback and retention
- Improve product and production systems
Who This Is For
This role is for someone who:
- Thinks in games, systems, and player experience
- Can lead both creative and technical teams
- Understands how to build games from concept → release
- Can balance fun, learning, and feasibility
- Wants to build something that scales and lasts
Qualifications
Required
- 5+ years in game development or interactive media
- Experience with full-cycle game development
- Strong understanding of:
- Game design principles
- Development workflows
- Production pipelines
Preferred
- Experience leading game teams or studios
- Experience with game engines (Unity, Unreal, etc.)
- Experience in educational or mission-driven products
- Experience working in remote teams
Commitment
- 15–25+ hours per week
- Executive-level engagement
- Fully remote
What You’ll Gain
- Leadership of a full game development studio
- Opportunity to build a flagship educational game
- Cross-functional leadership experience
- Direct impact through interactive learning
Application Requirements (Read Carefully)
We are actively building — and developing.
To ensure alignment:
- You must be able to start within 14 days
- You must complete the full application
- You must be ready to lead and execute immediately
Important Disclaimer
This is a volunteer executive leadership role.
We are onboarding individuals who are ready to contribute in real time.
Please only apply if you are prepared to begin within the next 14 days.
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Thank you for your interest in joining The Donovan’s Venom.
To be considered for this role, please ensure your application includes:
- A current resume
- Responses to all application questions (thoughtful and complete)
- A brief overview of your strategic experience and areas of impact
We encourage applicants to be intentional and specific in their responses, as this role requires a high level of strategic thinking and active contribution.
Important Considerations:
- This is a volunteer executive leadership role requiring consistent engagement
- Applicants must be able to begin within 14 days
- Incomplete or low-effort applications will not be considered
We are seeking individuals who are ready to contribute, build, and lead in real time.
