Deconstructor of Fun 285. What Gaming Taught Them—And Why App Companies Are Hiring Them Fast with Mission One's Gerard Miles
May 19, 2025
Gerard Miles, an executive headhunter at Mission One, specializes in recruiting gaming talent for the app industry. He discusses why app companies are drawn to seasoned gaming professionals, particularly for their expertise in user engagement and monetization. The conversation dives into the evolving relationship between gaming and diverse sectors like fintech and wellness. Miles also shares insights on cultural differences in industry practices and offers valuable advice for gaming experts transitioning into the app ecosystem.
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Gaming Talent Drives App Innovation
- Gaming talent migration to apps is driven by mobile gaming's rapid growth and mature game execs applying skills elsewhere.
- App companies adopt gaming monetization, engagement, and tech expertise to improve user experience and revenues.
Tailor Your Profile For Apps
- Highlight specific games and roles on your LinkedIn to show your skills clearly to non-gaming hiring managers.
- Emphasize monetization, live ops, product, and engineering skills when applying to app companies.
Diverse App Sectors Crave Gamers
- App sectors like fitness, healthcare, media, and education increasingly seek gaming talent for engagement and narrative design.
- Emerging AI-driven companion apps use game tech for massive revenue and downloads.