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Founder & CEO at Virtuals (Pre-Seed) - A New Social Universe

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Founders Factory

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • IT & Cybersecurity
    Product
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must have expertise in social media product development, AI tools, human psychology, and storytelling. Proven founder experience, team-building skills, and comfort with ambiguity are essential.
  • You will leverage generative AI to enhance social interactions, drive audience engagement, and empower users with control over their content on a revolutionary social media platform.

Requirements

  • Proven expertise in developing products around social media - your skillset is technical.
  • Experience building AI tools, AI characters/chatbots, and AI models.
  • Deep understanding and interest in human psychology, social dynamics, storytelling, branding, and consumer psychology.
  • You can develop a clear vision for the opportunity (including product direction) with the drive and expertise to execute it.
  • A hands-on product mentality and the ability to empathize with users.
  • You’re an experienced founder, builder, or operator capable of developing a venture from scratch.
  • Proven ability to assemble a world-class team, attract customers, and secure investors.
  • Evidence of thriving in ambiguous environments and a high aptitude for calculated risks.
  • Nice to have: Experience with, and an understanding of new content ownership models and distribution such as blockchain and the fediverse.

Responsibilities

  • Virtuals Will Revolutionize The Social Media Experience By
  • Leveraging generative AI to create new forms of creative expression and social interaction.
  • Enabling brand-safe activations and deep audience engagement through AI-driven content.
  • Disrupting traditional social media models by giving users more control and ownership of the content they create and consume.

FAQs

What is the investment amount provided to the Founder & CEO of Virtuals?

The total investment is £500k in cash and services, which includes a founder stipend and a specialist resource and infrastructure budget of £89,000.

What type of operational support can the Founder expect?

The Founder will receive hands-on operational support, including a studio squad lead, a full-time venture builder, mentorship, and access to the wider Founders Factory team.

What is the duration of the studio program?

The studio program lasts for 6 months.

Will the Founder have access to any corporate partners?

Yes, the Founder will have unparalleled access to corporate partners, including senior access to Pico, the global brand activation agency, along with access to Founders Factory’s network.

Is there any support for fundraising?

Yes, experienced fundraisers will support the Founder in shaping their narrative and unlocking access to future sources of capital.

What type of office space is provided?

The office space is co-located with other companies and the Founders Factory team.

What are the qualifications expected from the ideal candidate?

The ideal candidate should have expertise in developing products around social media, experience building AI tools, a deep understanding of human psychology and branding, and proven experience as a founder or operator.

Is there a preference for any particular technological expertise?

Yes, experience with developing AI characters/chatbots, building AI models, and knowledge of content ownership models such as blockchain and the fediverse is a nice-to-have.

Will the Founder have equity ownership in the company?

Yes, the Founder will be the majority equity owner of the business.

What kind of new experiences will Virtuals create for users and brands?

Virtuals aims to leverage generative AI to create new forms of creative expression and social interaction while enabling brand-safe activations and offering users more control over the content they create and consume.

Founders Factory

We’re co-founders and early stage investors. We build and fund startups globally.

Technology
Industry
201-500
Employees
2015
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Founders Factory is a startup accelerator and innovation studio based in the United Kingdom. The company's primary focus is on supporting early-stage startups and entrepreneurs by providing funding, mentorship, and resources to help them grow and succeed. Founders Factory collaborates with corporate partners to build and scale new businesses in various sectors, including technology, healthcare, and consumer goods. The ultimate mission of Founders Factory is to drive innovation and disrupt traditional industries by fostering the development of cutting-edge startups and connecting them with the expertise and resources needed for success. The purpose is to create a thriving ecosystem that accelerates the growth of startups and contributes to the evolution of the business landscape.

Culture & Values

  • Think big, act small, move fast

  • Value momentum over perfection

  • Embrace uncertainty & remain decisive

  • Suggest solutions not problems

  • Prioritise diversity to strengthen our collective intelligence

  • Be polite, generous and show empathy to others