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Head of Marketing / CMO - Gaming


Company : XSQUADS Tech Private Limited


Location : Surat, Gujarat


Created : 2026-01-26


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Role OverviewWe are seeking a high-caliber Head of Marketing / CMO to lead the global growth engine for our gaming studio. This is a strategic leadership role designed for someone who can manage a diverse portfolio of games—from our flagship battle royale, Scarfall 2.0, to upcoming titles in various genres.The ideal candidate is a process-oriented leader who can build scalable marketing frameworks (SOPs), drive aggressive user acquisition through performance marketing, and foster deep community roots.1. Strategic Planning & Portfolio Management- Annual Marketing Roadmap: Create and oversee the master marketing calendar for all existing and pipeline games. - Product Life Cycle Management: Tailor strategies for different stages—from Pre-launch (Alpha/Beta) to Global Launch and Long-term Live-ops. - Budget & P&L Ownership: Manage the studio’s consolidated marketing budget. Allocate funds dynamically between products based on performance, seasonality, and ROI. - Market Intelligence: Conduct deep-dive research into global gaming trends, player personas, and competitor movements to position every studio product uniquely.2. Performance Marketing & Data Science- Scalable User Acquisition (UA): Own the end-to-end UA strategy across Meta, Google, TikTok, Unity, and Programmatic networks. - Funnel Optimization: Constant monitoring of the full user journey—from Impression to Install (CPI) to Retention (D1/D7/D30) and Monetization (ROAS/LTV). - Attribution & Tooling: Supervise the integration of MMPs (AppsFlyer/Adjust) and BI tools to ensure 100% data accuracy in reporting.3. Social Media, Content & Community- Community Cultivation: Build and lead a team that manages vibrant communities on Discord, Telegram, and Reddit. Focus on "Community-led Growth." - Influencer Ecosystem: Develop a robust influencer marketing engine. Create long-term "Brand Ambassador" programs rather than just one-off paid promotions. - Viral Content Strategy: Oversee the creation of high-impact video content, trailers, and social trends that resonate with Gen-Z and Alpha gamers.4. Operational Excellence (The SOP Engine)- Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Design and enforce SOPs for all marketing functions, including: - Creative Production: How to brief, test, and iterate game ads. - Crisis Management: Protocols for handling server downtimes or community backlashes. - Influencer Onboarding: Streamlined process from outreach to payment. - Reporting Architecture: Standardize weekly and monthly performance dashboards for the executive team, focusing on KPIs like CAC vs. LTV, Organic vs. Paid Split, and Retention Cohorts.Desired Candidate Profile- Experience: 8+ years in Digital Marketing, with 5+ years in a leadership role within the Mobile Gaming industry. - Multi-Genre Knowledge: Experience with mid-core/hard-core games (like Multiplayer Shooting/Battle Royale) is a must. - Technical Stack: Expert knowledge of GADS, FB Business Manager, ASO tools (Sensor Tower/AppTweak), and Analytics (Firebase/Mixpanel). - Leadership Style: A "Player-Coach" who can build a team from scratch and isn't afraid to get their hands dirty with data.Why Join Us?- Lead the marketing for India’s most ambitious gaming projects. - Freedom to build the marketing department’s culture and processes from the ground up. - Opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of games reaching a global audience.