Sr. Business Development Manager (Chinese Speaking - Contract)

Layer is on a mission to empower game artists with cutting-edge AI tools for generating images, videos, 3D, and audio assets. Our platform helps artists create high-quality assets more efficiently and flexibly, redefining the creative process in the gaming industry.

The role is strictly for games industry professionals; if you don't have experience working in games, please do not apply. We’re looking for a fast, energetic, driven, product-minded Chinese Speaking Sr. Business Development Manager (Contractor) to spearhead Layer's adoption in the China market, working closely with Art Directors, Product Managers, Producers, and Gaming executives in the region to help update game art pipelines into AI powered ones, closing opportunities and scaling Layer's happy customer base. As the first hire for the China market, you’ll act like a local leader, understand the product requirements while building, closing, and managing a pipeline of Chinese customers.

Responsibilities

• Identify, prospect, and qualify new business opportunities in the Chinese market, sharing learnings and requirements with Layer's leadership to improve products.
• Develop tailored pitch decks and outreach strategies for high-potential leads.
• Own and manage the BD pipeline from initial contact to closing, with support from artist and engineering help.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Product teams to refine value propositions and messaging.
• Build and nurture long-term relationships with key stakeholders and decision-makers.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and client meetings as Sr. BDM and public speaker.
• Track and optimize key metrics (conversion rates, pipeline velocity, etc.) and report progress regularly.
• Work on case studies and co-marketing opportunities with partners.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in business development, partnerships, or sales in gaming or gaming-related SaaS; senior directors acceptable.
• Personal or professional interest with game art as an artist or hobbyist or hands-on experience managing creative content for games, following industry trends about live ops or marketing creatives for mobile games.
• Strong communicator with a knack for storytelling and persuasion.
• Experience using creative software such as Adobe Suite, Blender, Maya, etc.
• Experience in public speaking at business conferences.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales quotas, bring numbers and references.
• Experience negotiating complex deals with enterprise or mid-market clients.

Why Join Layer AI

• Innovative projects: shape the future of AI-driven tools for game artists.
• Autonomy: lead the regional book of business from 1-100.
• Growth: join a rapidly expanding startup with abundant opportunities.
• Collaboration: work with passionate technologists and creatives.

Benefits

• Equity plan subject to receiving a full-time offer from Layer team based on performance.
• Competitive rates for contractor.
• Laptop / equipment budget.

If you’re excited about redefining creative workflows with generative AI, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your resume and any relevant portfolio links. Let’s shape the future of game art together.

Our Values

• Execute Pragmatically – we approach work with speed and practicality, taking ownership and collaborating effectively.
• Be Open – we communicate openly, honestly, and give and receive feedback.
• Artists First – we build a tool for artists, enabling more creativity and imagination.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We believe that everyone should work in an environment free from discrimination and harassment. All applicants will be treated fairly and judged solely on their merits. Our recruitment process is open, honest, and fair.