Hitmarker is where gaming careers are built

Millions of people from all over the world have used Hitmarker to discover jobs at industry giants such as PlayStation, Microsoft, and Nintendo.

346k
Registered Candidates
207k
Jobs Posted
8k
Registered Companies
2017
Year Founded

Mission: Unlock career pathways in gaming that fuel passion, purpose, and lifelong fulfilment.

Vision: Evolve from the largest job board in gaming and esports into the definitive career ecosystem for the entire industry.

Built by and for the Gaming Community

Hitmarker was founded by gamers, for gamers. Our team is made up of passionate people who live and work inside the industry we serve. Today we’re backed by Ironmonger Properties, led by Duncan Ironmonger, co-founder and former CEO of SCUF Gaming. This support has unlocked operational expertise, product experience, and a network to scale while staying true to its community-first roots.

Our Journey

  • 2017: Founded by Phil Huggan in Newcastle, UK to support gaming and esports careers.
  • 2019-2020: Crowdfunding investment rounds on Crowdcube with lead investment by Ironmonger.
  • 2021-2023: Growth accelerates as Hitmarker becomes the go-to global job platform for the industry.
  • 2024: Reaches 300,000+ registered members and 1M annual users.
  • 2025: Strategic investment from Ironmonger Properties powers the next phase of innovation and growth.

Hitmarker is powered by people who understand gaming. From our founder to our newest hire, we share one belief: gaming deserves more than jobs - it deserves careers.

Philip Huggan
Founder & Technical Leadership

Philip founded Hitmarker in 2017 and continues to lead on product and engineering, bringing his background as a developer, designer and lifelong gamer.

Duncan Ironmonger
Owner & Executive Chairman

Founder and former CEO of SCUF Gaming, Duncan sits on six boards and invests in 10+ gaming and tech companies. He owns Hitmarker through Ironmonger Properties and brings decades of experience scaling global gaming and technology ventures.

Sarah Taylor
Partnerships & Marketing

Sarah leads sales, partnerships, and marketing, helping companies connect with talent and our community find opportunity. With 15+ years in gaming, she’s built brands and partnerships at SCUF Gaming and Corsair.

Steve Flisler
Strategy & Business Advisor

Steve drives strategy and growth at Hitmarker, guiding its evolution into a full career ecosystem. A former Twitch exec, he brings expertise in scaling platforms, building communities, and growing at the intersection of media, gaming, and tech.

James Nuttall
Web Development

James keeps the platform running smoothly and evolving, ensuring users and companies alike have a seamless experience. James has a deep passion and experience in gaming.

Danny Craig
Social Media & Content

Danny leads our content and social media presence, shaping Hitmarker's voice and spotlighting the stories that matter most to our community.

Looking Ahead

Whether you’re breaking into the industry, leveling up your skills, or leading at the highest level, Hitmarker can support every stage of your journey. With AI-driven tools, automation, and deeper partnerships across gaming and creator platforms, we’re expanding from jobs into lifelong career pathways. Hitmarker is shaping the future of gaming careers.

Because gaming deserves more than jobs — it deserves careers built on passion and purpose. Game on.