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

1 day ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Founders Factory Full time
About Founders Factory

We're a venture builder and investor that empowers exceptional entrepreneurs to create and scale innovative startups. Our team of experts provides hands-on support, access to a network of industry-leading partners, and capital to help our portfolio companies thrive.

The Opportunity

We're seeking an experienced operator with a passion for AI and social media to lead our new venture, Virtuals. As Founder & CEO, you'll be responsible for developing and executing a strategy that leverages generative AI to create new forms of creative expression and social interaction.

The Challenge

The intersection of AI and social media is ripe for innovation. Users and brands are seeking authentic, safe, and engaging interactions with AI-driven virtual characters and influencers. Virtuals aims to redefine this space by merging the virtual and real worlds, offering a platform where users and brands can create, nurture, and interact with virtual characters in a socially meaningful way.

What We're Offering
  • A unique opportunity to build a business that will scale and make an impact with you as majority equity owner
  • £500k total investment in cash and services to help you build your venture
  • A validated concept and intellectual property
  • A 6-month studio programme with a studio squad lead, full-time venture builder, and wider FF team support
  • Unparalleled access to our corporate partners and wider network
  • Office space, co-located with other companies and our team
  • A 6-month accelerator program and ongoing alumni community access
What You'll Bring
  • Proven expertise in developing products around social media
  • Experience building AI tools, AI characters/chatbots, and AI models
  • Deep understanding and interest in human psychology, social dynamics, storytelling, branding, and consumer psychology
  • A hands-on product mentality and the ability to empathize with users
  • 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


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