Jobs Roundup: July 2026 | Robert Henrysson Resigns as CEO of Supermassive Games

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Supermassive Games to see CEO Robert Henrysson exit

Robert Henrysson has revealed his decision to resign from his role as CEO of Supermassive Games, as well as ending his partnership with Nordisk Games.

Reflecting on his tenure, Henrysson expressed gratitude for the opportunity to navigate the company through significant industry shifts, expanding its clientele and cultivating a culture of excellence across all areas of game development.

He remarked, "Leading a studio is a collective effort, not a solo endeavor. Our focus on ongoing enhancements has been central to our operations. To everyone at Supermassive Games, I am sincerely thankful for the experiences and lessons shared."

Paramount Games appoints Christopher Serra as VP of business development and licensing

Appointed as the new VP of business development and licensing at Paramount Games, Christopher Serra previously held the post of director of games business development at Oculus VR.

Alexis Bonte to step down as Stillfront CEO

Alexis Bonte announced his departure from Stillfront as CEO, a role he assumed in October 2024 following a tenure as group COO since 2017.

Stillfront's board chairman Lars-Johan Jarnheimer praised Bonte for guiding the company through critical strategic shifts and expressed appreciation for his dedication to ensuring a seamless transition.

11 Bit Studios advances Jakub Karolczak to production coordinator

Jakub Karolczak has been promoted at 11 Bit Studios, moving from his previous position as senior producer to the role of production coordinator.

Hector Parra joins Niantic as live game producer

Joining Niantic as a live game producer, Hector Parra transitions from his former roles as producer at CGBOT and creative project manager at Dracma Studios.

Nicholas Penwarden exits Epic Games

Nicholas Penwarden has departed Epic Games after a 15-year career, holding significant roles such as engineering fellow and VP of engineering, along with positions related to the Unreal Engine platform.

He noted pride in contributing to the advancement of the Unreal Engine and lauded the growth of the community and the achievements in game development during his tenure.

Raptor PR expands its team with new hires

Raptor PR appointments include Ruzbeh Gazdar as account director, transitioning from being a senior account manager at GingerMay, and Sophia Hollis as senior account executive, formerly an account executive at Zeno London.

Joe Kearns joins Yrs Truly as project manager

Joe Kearns has assumed the role of project manager at Yrs Truly, having previously worked as a producer for ICHI Worldwide.

Supercell's Jaakko Harlas announces departure

After over a decade of serving as head of investments, Jaakko Harlas has made known his decision to leave Supercell.