Indonesia is one of the largest gaming markets in Southeast Asia, with a huge mobile-first player base, a passionate esports community and a growing number of local studios creating original games for players at home and abroad. Global publishers, regional platforms and outsourcing studios are all competing for experienced creative, technical and live operations talent.
As a game design recruitment agency, Talent Hunts Indonesia uses executive search and permanent recruitment to hire studio heads and producers, creative and game design leaders, engineering and technical art heads, and the publishing, monetization and community teams that keep games growing. We work closely with our entertainment and media and software practices.
Our headhunters map talent across studios, publishers, esports organizations and wider tech companies, and review portfolios, shipped titles and live game results alongside leadership experience.
Our Recruitment Approach
Gaming roles depend on the genre, platform and business model of each title. Before approaching candidates, we work to understand:
- Platform: mobile, PC, console or cross-platform
- Genre, art style and target players
- Business model: free-to-play, premium or work-for-hire
- Stage: pre-production, launch or live operations
- Engine and technology stack
- Studio culture and collaboration with regional teams
Candidates are assessed through our HUNTS Framework™, with a focus on Navigated Track Record and Traits & Temperament, so you see who has shipped games and how they lead creative teams. Read more about our methodology.
Positions We Frequently Recruit
We recruit leadership and senior specialist roles across game studios, publishers and esports businesses.
Studio Leadership
- Studio Head
- General Manager
- Chief Executive Officer
- Chief Technology Officer
- Executive Producer
- Head of Production
Creative & Game Design
- Creative Director
- Game Director
- Lead Game Designer
- Art Director
- Narrative Director
- Level Design Lead
Engineering & Technical Art
- Head of Engineering
- Lead Game Programmer
- Unity Developer Lead
- Unreal Engine Lead
- Technical Art Director
- Head of QA
Publishing & Live Operations
- Head of Publishing
- Live Operations Director
- Monetization Manager
- User Acquisition Manager
- Head of Community & Esports
- Game Data Analyst Lead
Industries We Support
We support companies across Indonesia’s games and interactive entertainment sector.
- Mobile game studios
- PC and console game developers
- Game publishers
- Game art and outsourcing studios
- Esports teams and organizers
- Game streaming and content platforms
- Gaming hardware and accessories
- Game engines and developer tools
- Game payment and top-up providers
- Ad tech and user acquisition platforms
- Edutainment and serious games
- Media groups with gaming divisions
Why Game Studios Choose Talent Hunts Indonesia
Gaming clients work with us because we understand creative talent as well as the business of games.
- Networks across studios, publishers and esports organizations
- Candidates reviewed on shipped titles and portfolios
- Understanding of live operations and monetization roles
- Initial shortlist typically within 3–5 working days
- Structured assessment through the HUNTS Framework™
- Indonesian talent returning from regional and global studios
- Salary benchmarking for creative and technical roles
- Employer of Record support for studios entering Indonesia
The result is a team that builds games players love and keeps them engaged.
Trusted by Leading Companies
What Our Clients Say
“We are very satisfied with Talent Hunt Indonesia's services. They consistently provide candidates who closely match our requirements, deliver CVs within a fast turnaround time, and maintain excellent responsiveness throughout the recruitment process. Their proactive communication and candidate follow-up have made our collaboration smooth and effective”
Billa (Recruitment Officer)PT Mitra Integrasi Informatika
“It has been a pleasure connecting with such a thoughtful and genuine recruitment professional. Their thoughtful communication, integrity, and attentive approach create an experience that feels both seamless and meaningful. What I value most is their ability to build trust through sincerity, respect, and a clear commitment to connecting the right people with the right opportunities. I would gladly recommend them to anyone seeking a trusted and distinguished recruitment partner.”
Vilencia Boermawan (HCGA Supervisor)Alun Group
“Good process and easy to work with. Talent Hunt is one of the most trusted and best recruitment companies. I’m happy with the experience and would gladly recommend their services.”
Ferry (Candidate)BRP Indonesia
“They provide good support, steady, and merit candidates. Effective since November 2025, we have considered THI our priority headhunting partners. This is the first time our company has established this kind of preferred vendor relationship.”
HR DirectorPT UTAC Manufacturing Indonesia
“I had a positive experience with your recruitment services. The team was professional, supportive, and helpful throughout the recruitment process, providing good communication and facilitating the connection to a career opportunity that aligned with my professional background and aspirations.”
IT ManagerHKI (Hutama Karya Infrastructure)
“The recruitment process was fast and responsive, and the candidates provided matched our requirements. Talent Hunts also demonstrated a good understanding of our position requirements, making the screening process more effective and saving us valuable time. Another aspect we appreciate is their responsiveness when a candidate is deemed less serious or decides not to proceed with the recruitment process. Talent Hunts quickly provides replacement candidates, ensuring that the recruitment process continues smoothly without significant delays.”
Usaha Trinitas Makmur
“We truly appreciate their efforts and the collaborative relationship we have built with Talent Hunts. Their support has made a positive contribution to our recruitment activities, and we look forward to continuing our partnership and working together to fulfill our future recruitment needs successfully.”
PT. Gulbrandsen Technologies Indonesia
“The recruitment process I went through with Septi from Talent Hunts Indonesia went smoothly and was well-structured. Throughout the process, the information provided and any questions raised were addressed clearly and stayed on topic, ensuring there were no miscommunications. I also received regular updates on my application status and the stage of the recruitment process. Overall, I was quite satisfied with the service provided by Talent Hunts Indonesia and found it very helpful.”
Pradipta Ghusti (SAP Basis Candidate)PT. UTAC Manufacturing Indonesia
“It is really nice and comfortable when I got first time receiving calling from their agent, which is Bu Amalia. She was giving me full information related their Corporate Client open vacancy and share information related client business as well. It is quite informative by sharing their web site. And by the time it is quick process to connected to get 1st direct Interview with Client User, which is I know as member of BOD. And it is only takes 2 times Online Interview with their superior and short time of hiring process.”
Harliman Prakoso (Finance Manager Candidate)ITL Private Indonesia
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Bagus Hendrayono
With 25 years in recruitment and talent management across local and multinational companies, Bagus leads Talent Hunts Indonesia as Managing Director, overseeing the entire business operation.
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Safira S.
An APAC-based recruiter covering EMEA, Safira brings 8+ years in education, HR tech, B2B manufacturing and more.
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Bima Satria Dafril
Bima's 5 years cover architecture & planning, telecommunications, event services and more, for clients across APAC and Europe.
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Your Trusted Game Design Recruitment Partner
Whether you are appointing a studio head, a creative director or a live operations team, Talent Hunts Indonesia is the game design recruitment agency that understands how games are made and grown in this market.
International studios opening in Indonesia can also hire through our Employer of Record and payroll services.
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