July 2023 Jobs Roundup: Notable Hires in the Gaming Industry

Staying up-to-date with the latest industry movements can be challenging, which is why we've compiled the key appointments and transitions in this roundup. To submit new hires or company changes, please email the relevant details to newhires@gamesindustry.biz. Recent hires include Hugo Bustillos, who has joined Kepler Interactive as senior communications manager, bringing his experience from CI Games and Square Enix. Entertainment agency Saffronic has appointed Skyler Mattson as its first CEO, tasked with overseeing the expansion of its entertainment, video games, and advertising services. Developer Jonathan Jennings has taken on the role of gameplay engineer at Owlchemy Labs, while Roblox has promoted Christina Wootton to chief partnerships officer, responsible for partnerships, education, and business development. Other notable appointments include Brittney Morris as advanced writer at Insomniac Games, Anthony Macaré as chief marketing and sales officer at Bandai Namco Europe, and Andrew Witts as gameplay design director at Bungie. Additionally, Christine Brownell has joined Sony as game director of an unnamed project at PlayStation London Studio, and Chris Spearing has been appointed chief partnerships officer at Companion. Meanwhile, Lennart Sparud has announced his resignation as chief financial officer at Thunderful, effective December 30, 2023.