Head of Franchise

Role Details

• Location: LA, CA
• Type: Full Time
• Classification: Executive

About Us

Glitch Productions is an independent animation studio based in Australia making original, long-form animated shows distributed on YouTube. The channel has over 22 million subscribers, tens of millions of views per episode, and is growing. The studio focuses on changing the way animation is produced and treated in the industry. Current IP includes The Amazing Digital Circus, Murder Drones, Gaslight District, and Knights of Guinevere.

Role Overview

The Head of Franchise will lead the global brand extension, commercial strategy, and multi-platform expansion of the studio's IP portfolio. This role reports to the Chief Brand Officer and is responsible for turning standalone properties into enduring, highly valued media franchises across entertainment, consumer products, gaming, publishing, live events, and digital activations.

Key Responsibilities

• Franchise Strategy & Roadmap: Develop and execute long-term (3-5+ year) global franchise vision, brand roadmap, and monetization strategies for key IP properties.
• Cross-Category Licensing & Partnerships: Identify, negotiate, and manage high-value strategic partnerships across consumer products, interactive media/gaming, location-based entertainment, and publishing.
• Cross-Functional Alignment: Serve as the central hub connecting Creative, Production, Marketing, Legal, and Commercial teams to ensure brand consistency and narrative cohesion across all consumer touchpoints.
• P&L & Commercial Management: Own the franchise P&L, set global licensing targets, evaluate royalty structures, and drive revenue growth while maximizing gross margins.
• Brand Lifecycle Management: Monitor consumer engagement, market trends, and audience analytics to continuously refresh IP relevance, manage release cadence, and expand into new demographics/territories.

Key Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in brand management, licensing, or commercial leadership within a major media, gaming, entertainment, or IP-driven organization.
• Proven track record of scaling IP across multiple verticals (e.g., film/TV, gaming, merchandise, live experiences).
• Deep understanding of global licensing frameworks, contract negotiations, rights management, and brand guidelines.
• Strong executive presence with a demonstrated ability to bridge creative vision with commercial performance.

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What We Offer

• A flexible environment with opportunities for remote work.
• Relocation assistance for workers wishing to move to Australia.
• A fun office environment where individual input is valued.
• Regular work functions and free entry to conventions and events.
• Close to public transport in the heart of Parramatta and Melbourne CBD.
• Regular company breakfasts/lunches.
• A diverse team that values independent input and career development.

Our Values

Glitch Productions has an art-first mindset. Every team member’s core mission is to create the best art possible and delight the audience.

• Passion: Every team member has a passion for the work and why they do it; this allows for creative energy, pitching new concepts, and giving every project a personal touch.
• Innovation: From cobbling together sets in a living room to inventing new pipelines using breakthrough technology, the focus is on pushing industry boundaries and keeping content fresh.
• Teamwork: Animation is a collective effort; diversity and the range of team skills are essential to creating works that could not be achieved individually.
• Integrity: The heart of the core mission, ensuring the right actions are taken for projects and for each other.

Diversity and Inclusion

Glitch Productions is passionate about fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. The studio hires based on skills, passion, and potential. They welcome people of all races, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, ages, educational backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.