Strategic Recruitment Partnership
Prepared for Kolibri Games
Tomas Ramoska · Specialist Games Recruiter
Meet VanKaizen
VanKaizen is a boutique agency by design, but with the infrastructure of a global firm.
This means you get the dedicated, personal partnership of a specialist, backed by a worldwide network of researchers and resources.
We don't do volume. We focus on understanding your specific needs and finding the right people, wherever they are.
Tomas Ramoska
Specialist Games Recruiter
Meet Tomas
I've spent the last 9 years exclusively working in the games industry.
I understand the industry, the studios, I know the difference between a systems designer and an economy designer, the gameplay programmer and graphics programmer, how teams are structured and the caliber of people the studio like Kolibri is seeking.
Throughout my career I've partnered directly with some of the most respected studios in the industry:
Understanding Kolibri Games
Bootstrapped Roots
You built a successful business without VC money. That culture of resourcefulness and ownership is still there. I really respect that and I believe it's a story that can really inspire candidates.
Data at the Core
Kolibri is a data driven game studio. Processing 100M events daily means you need people who are technically sharp and commercially aware. They need to use data to drive decisions.
Smarts Over Experience
You hire for curiosity and adaptability rather than just years on a CV. I know how to spot and select the potential and cultural fit you're actually looking for.
The Berlin Talent Market
Market Saturation
With over 300 games companies in Berlin, the market is crowded. Standing out requires a clear narrative. We position Kolibri as the studio with the startup agility combined with Ubisoft's backing and the projects that are truly exciting to work on.
The Relocation Reality
Candidates are increasingly risk-averse when it comes to moving. We manage expectations early, ensuring they are fully qualified before submitting them to you.
Salary Benchmarks
We know what other game studios are currently paying for Data Analysts, Economy Designers, and UA Managers. We are able to advise you on your offers in a way that's backed by data and research.
Targeted Outreach
Most of the people you want are already employed. We approach them with a tailored message focused on the problems they'll get to solve, and the opportunities they'll encounter.
The Process
Alignment
I start by understanding the specific role requirements, team dynamics, and Kolibri's candidate criteria. I typically like to interview hiring managers for this.
Market Mapping
I identify talent within the Berlin, then Germany's market and target high-potential relocation candidates globally.
Screening
I evaluate candidates on their experience, their motivation, adaptability, and how good of a fit they might be for a specific team.
Shortlist
I present a curated list of candidates who are fully vetted, interested, and ready to interview.
Interviews
I coordinate schedules, gather feedback, and ensure a seamless candidate experience.
Offer
I manage expectations, negotiate offers to secure the candidate, and provide post-placement support.
How we Use AI
We use AI tools such as Loxo and Juicebox to speed up the initial search process.
The assessment of a candidate's cultural fit, experience and problem-solving ability is always done by me (Tomas).
This approach gets you the right candidates faster, whilst also ensuring there's an interest in the roles that you're hiring for.
Semantic Mapping
We look beyond basic keyword matching to find candidates with the right conceptual skills and required experience.
Targeted Outreach
We use automated, personalized sequences to engage passive talent effectively.
Data-Driven Insights
We aggregate candidate data to give you objective comparisons before you even start interviewing.
Why Work With Me?
The Standard Agency
Direct Partnership
Testimonials
Tomas has been a trusted recruitment partner, consistently delivering candidates who match both our technical requirements and studio culture. His ability to combine technical precision with cultural alignment has been a key strength of our collaboration. The hires made through Tomas have integrated seamlessly into our team.
Tomas has been able to help us fill some hard-to-fill roles across different craft disciplines. All the latest hires made with the help of Tomas have been able to integrate seamlessly within the culture of the studio and the team. Open and honest dialogue has led to a close collaboration with our recruitment team.
As a Talent Acquisition partner to Liquid Swords, Tomas successfully presented and hired multiple talents across Art, Design and Tech, among other domains. The formula for success was precise understanding of the studio's needs as well as swift dialogue with stakeholders and candidates. I would certainly like to work with him again in the future.
Collaboration Offer
Calculated on the candidate's first-year base salary. There are no upfront costs or retainer fees. You only pay for success when a candidate we introduce officially joins Kolibri Games. Includes a standard replacement guarantee of 3 months.
For roles where VanKaizen is retained as the sole external agency partner for a period of 4 weeks, we offer a reduced fee of 16%. This reflects the increased efficiency and dedicated resource allocation of an exclusive search.
Next Steps
Let's schedule a brief alignment call to discuss your current open roles.