Joe Burridge

Head of Talent at Play Ventures, ex Epic Games and EA

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Exeter, United Kingdom

Joined August 2025

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Summary

Joe Burridge is a highly experienced talent acquisition leader with over a decade in the tech and games industry, currently serving as Head of Talent at Play Ventures. He has a proven track record of recruiting for major companies like Electronic Arts and Epic Games, contributing to titles such as Fortnite, Unreal Engine, Rocket League, Need For Speed, Battlefield, and Frostbite. play

Beyond traditional recruitment, Joe is a strong advocate for knowledge sharing and community building within the recruitment and gaming industries. He hosts 'The Talent Game' podcast, runs a personal website and Medium blog offering career advice and hiring tips, and actively engages on social media (X/Twitter, Instagram) to help others enter and navigate the games industry. He also gives frequent online and in-person talks at schools, colleges, and universities worldwide. joeburridge+6

Joe excels in strategic talent acquisition for early-stage companies, particularly in the competitive gaming startup landscape. At Play Ventures, he not only handles hands-on recruiting but also coaches founders on broader people operations, including performance management, compensation, and building strong employer brands. His focus extends to helping startups attract and retain top talent by leveraging unique strengths and adopting 'moneyball' hiring philosophies. play+2

He possesses a deep understanding of career transitions within the tech and games industries, having personally moved from agency recruitment to in-house roles at Hudl, then to large gaming studios (EA, Epic Games), and finally to a venture capital firm. He actively advises on navigating career changes, emphasizing the value of transferable skills and the evolving landscape of remote work. joeburridge+2