Who we are
At Fortis Games we aspire to make great games that bring people together while redefining how game companies work. We believe in building a sense of belonging through our games, their communities, and how we operate and treat each other. Through our game communities, we will create powerful connections and lasting memories. We will foster a culture of diversity, equity and belonging where together our diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds impact the games we make.
We are an early but mighty organization with a leadership team of game industry veterans. There are many opportunities for you to have a big impact on the products we'll be making as well as the overall direction of the company. If you're passionate about tackling difficult problems with direct and thoughtful communication and team first mentality, we may be the right place for you.
About the role
We’re looking for a strategic, hands-on Senior Manager, Marketing & Publishing Analytics to lead our data efforts across user acquisition (UA), lifecycle, monetization and other publishing functions. This person will partner with marketing, product, UA, and leadership teams to drive performance through data, insights, and clear decision-making.
What you'll achieve
- Lead analytics for all publishing functions, including UA, CRM, ASO, ad monetization, and creative performance.
- Develop and maintain data models & dashboards to organize and visualize marketing data, providing actionable insights to stakeholders.
- Partner with UA and creative teams to evaluate media mix, optimize spend, and improve creative effectiveness with data-driven insights.
- Drive lifecycle marketing analytics: Analyze push/email campaign performance, segmentation, and personalization strategies.
- Manage attribution & measurement: Work closely with MMPs (e.g., Appsflyer, Adjust) and ensure accurate tracking and reporting.
- You will help scale our capabilities with the right tools, pipelines, and talent.
- Act as a strategic advisor to publishing leadership on key decisions—from campaign planning to game launch strategies.
- Collaborate with the data engineering team to create and implement data collection strategies for capturing key marketing data from sources like digital ad platforms, app stores, MMPs, and other external platforms.
- Stay informed about industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in marketing analytics and user acquisition, incorporating new techniques and tools as appropriate.
What you'll need to be successful
- 5-7 years of proven experience in marketing analytics, with a focus on user acquisition and publishing analytics in the gaming industry.
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis tools and programming languages such as SQL, Python, R, or similar platforms.
- High proficiency in statistical analysis (help designing A/B tests and analyze performance to assess marketing campaign effectiveness).
- High proficiency in data visualization tools like Looker, demonstrating the capability to craft engaging and insightful dashboards and reports.
- Deep understanding of digital marketing channels, performance metrics, and attribution models, with a track record of optimizing user acquisition campaigns for maximum ROI.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Proven experience in mentoring and guiding analysts.
- Passion for gaming and a keen interest in leveraging data and analytics to drive growth and success in the gaming industry.
Why join us
There are many reasons to join us, but here are a few:
- We strongly believe we are changing how games studios operate and at the core of what we do is making great games that create a connected community
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We're not just about making Games Where You Belong. We're also about building communities where our people belong. That's why Fortis is a thriving environment that celebrates diversity, embraces inclusivity, and fosters growth.
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Build and grow with a seasoned team of accomplished talent who have left an impactful mark in their disciplines, both in and out of gaming
Fortis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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