Director of Interactive Media- Volunteer Leadership Role

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

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

• 10-15 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.