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Contemporary Staffing Solutions is seeking a Media Operations Manager to join our client in Los Angeles, CA for a hybrid opportunity! The Media Operations Manager is primarily responsible for fostering collaboration and ensuring efficient workflow between the production and sales departments. Additionally, the manager will be responsible for interacting directly with vendors and clients, while also demonstrating excellent leadership and management skills. This exciting Direct-Hire opportunity is offering up to $150,000/year!

Responsibilities of the Media Operations Manager include:

• Collaborate with the production and sales departments to streamline operations and
• ensure seamless communication and coordination.
• Develop and implement operational strategies, policies, and procedures to optimize productivity and efficiency.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and evaluation of multimedia events, including conferences, trade shows, and industry-specific gatherings.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and freelancers to ensure timely and high-quality delivery of media projects and services.
• Maintain relationships with existing clients, providing exceptional customer service and
• identifying opportunities for upselling and cross-selling.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the entertainment industry,
• leveraging industry knowledge and contacts.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators, analyzing data and providing actionable insights to inform decision-making.
• Manage the budget for media operations, ensuring effective resource allocation and cost control.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, technologies, and best practices to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to a team of media professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.

Qualifications of the Media Operations Manager include:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., media studies, communications, marketing, business administration) or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience (3+ years) in media operations, preferably within the entertainment industry.
• Strong knowledge of multimedia production processes, including publications, websites, digital marketing, and events.
• Excellent leadership and management skills with the ability to motivate and inspire cross-functional teams.
• Exceptional organizational and project management abilities, with an attention to detail and the ability to multitask effectively.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills to engage with clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Proficiency in analyzing data and generating reports to drive informed decision-making.
• Flexibility to work remotely or from our offices in West Los Angeles, as required.
• A passion for the film and television industry and a deep understanding of its trends and dynamics.

Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS) has been a leading provider of contract, temporary, temporary-hire & direct hire solutions. We began as a staffing agency and evolved to a national provider of workforce management solutions with a niche recruitment focus in Accounting & Finance, Call Center & Office, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing, & Information Technology. To learn more about CSS, visit our website: www.ContemporaryStaffing.com.

Contemporary Staffing Solutions

JOB DESCRIPTION

Our client, a video game company, is seeking a Program Manager II to join the Player Platform Team.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and scope cross team projects within Player Platform.

• Plan and scope the end-to-end platform integration path for each game developer on the platform.

• Build and adjust all integration milestones per customer, including kickoff meetings, working agreements, and follow-up commitments

• Design systems for improving the feedback loop between teams, game and platform.

• Standardize communications best practices, nomenclature, and tools between platform teams and their customers.

• Plan, scope, and provide long-term, sustainable customer management support between platform teams and game developers.

• Assess, escalate, and document emergent customer issues, identifying and improving on process pain points and inefficiencies.

Required Qualifications:

• 4+ years of professional experience in the project management craft for large-scale software products utilizing different crafts and disciplines whilst serving a global audience.

• Experience managing product goals across multiple teams.

• Experience with iterative development methodologies like Scrum & Agile, and have used supporting software (i.e.: JIRA)

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience working on a variety of software products in the gaming and entertainment space

• Knowledgeable about the gaming industry including newest trends and events

Pay Range: $65/hr W2 – $76/hr W2

Onward Play

Onward Search needs a Technical Program Manager / Scrum Lead (Business Operation Organization) for one of our entertainment customers working a hybrid schedule in Santa Monica, CA.

** Onward Search is unable to support Corp-to-Corp arrangements at this time. **

Job Description:

In this role, you will be actively engaged in the day-to-day hands-on management of team activities, backlogs, and roadmaps for technology initiatives. You’ll employ Agile and Scrum practices to guide the development team in achieving timely deliverables. Your responsibilities will extend to scheduling upcoming work, maintaining a balanced team focus, and collaborating across various technical teams and Product groups. This collaborative effort is essential to ensure the effective delivery, testing, and deployment of multifaceted business solutions.

Qualifications:

• Over 5 years of hands-on experience in Agile/Scrum methodologies for software application development, demonstrating effective leadership as a Scrum Lead.
• More than 5 years of proven expertise in overseeing formal application software development projects.
• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is a requirement.
• Possession of CSM or PMP certification would be advantageous.
• Thorough familiarity with the software development life cycle, with specialized experience in Content Management Systems (CMS) and the Content Management Supply Chain domain.
• Proficiency with project management tools pertinent to the business/project context.
• Expertise in Agile and Scaled-Agile Management methods and processes.

Onward Search

Valley Children’s Hospital is seeking an experienced Manager for its Pediatric Operating Room. Valley Children’s maintains a family-like atmosphere to more than 3,000 employees and recognizes that employees play an important role in the success of the entire organization, so employees and their families are rewarded with robust benefits.

The hospital’s main campus sits in the heart of one of the most beautiful states in the nation, just a short drive from three national parks and your choice of California coastline beaches. No matter your interest, you will have many opportunities for recreation, arts, entertainment, and more.

Valley Children’s Operating Room sees a number of surgical cases that include complex plastic surgery, neurosurgery, cardiovascular surgery, ophthalmology, ENT, orthopaedics and urology.

Position Details and Responsibilities:

• Accountable for the overall supervision of direct and indirect care of patients and families
• Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of customer service, based on the family-centered care model
• Manages human resources including performance and staff development
• Manages department performance evaluation activities and facilitates on-going improvements to performance and safety

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in nursing or related field required, Master’s degree preferred and either Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree must be in nursing.
• Active California RN License required
• Minimum of 1 year management experience required
• Minimum of 3 years clinical experience required, one year of which shall have been in pediatric critical care nursing
• Minimum 5 years increasingly responsible experience which demonstrates proficiency in the skills and knowledge required to perform the job

Position details: Full Time, Exempt level position

Valley Children’s Healthcare

Onward Search is looking for a Program Manager II to join one of our gaming customers’ Player Platforms teams in Los Angeles, CA.

** Onward Search is unable to support Corp-to-Corp arrangements at this time. **

Job Description:

In this role, you will lead cross-team projects within the Player Platform, overseeing end-to-end integration paths for game developers. You’ll also design systems to enhance feedback loops, establish communication best practices, and provide long-term customer support while addressing and improving process-related challenges.

Required Qualifications:

• 4+ years of global project management experience in large-scale software products, collaborating across disciplines.
• Proven success in overseeing product goals across multiple teams.
• Proficiency in iterative development methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Agile) and relevant tools like JIRA.
• Demonstrated expertise in stakeholder management and possesses excellent communication skills to facilitate seamless collaboration throughout the software development lifecycle (SDLC) for multiple products.

Desired Qualifications:

• Background in software products within gaming and entertainment.
• Keen understanding of gaming industry trends and advancements.

Onward Search

Location: Los Angeles Area. Candidate may work from home but be available to come to the office for specific team events and trainings.

Authorization: Unavailable

Pay Format: W2, no C2C available

Program Manager II

As a Program Manager II on the Player Platform Program Management team, you will coordinate important development projects and lead the integration of client’s new games with the Player Platform suite of products. You excel at condensing the million moving parts of platform development and game development into strategic points of focus between our development teams, smooth the process of platform development and integration before, during, and after launch. Player Platform serves our game and product developers.

You will report to the Director, Technical Product Management in Player Platform.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and scope cross team projects within Player Platform.

• Plan and scope the end-to-end platform integration path for each game developer platform.

• Build and adjust all integration milestones per customer, including kickoff meetings, working agreements, and follow-up commitments

• Design systems for improving the feedback loop between teams, game and platform.

• Standardize communications best practices, nomenclature, and tools between platform teams and their customers.

• Plan, scope, and provide long-term, sustainable customer management support between platform teams and game developers.

• Assess, escalate, and document emergent customer issues, identifying and improving on process pain points and inefficiencies.

Required Qualifications:

• 4+ years of professional experience in the project management craft for large-scale software products utilizing different crafts and disciplines whilst serving a global audience.

• Experience managing product goals across multiple teams.

• Experience with iterative development methodologies like Scrum & Agile, and have used supporting software (i.e.: JIRA)

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience working on a variety of software products in the gaming and entertainment space

• Knowledgeable about the gaming industry including newest trends and events

24 Seven Talent

Role: Business Operations Program Manager

Where: Culver City, CA (hybrid)

Duration: 5 months w/ potential to convert to extend

Pay Rate: $60-67/hour

A well-known ecommerce enterprise is seeking an experienced Business Operations Program Manager to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in driving cross-functional projects, ensuring efficient operations, and collaborating with senior stakeholders to achieve successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Management: Lead and oversee cross-functional projects from inception to completion, defining project scope, gathering business requirements, and ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
• Business Analysis: Perform in-depth analysis to identify opportunities, assess risks, and develop strategies to meet business objectives.
• Resource Allocation: Identify and allocate necessary resources, including personnel and technology, to support project goals.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with senior stakeholders to align project objectives with business strategies and gain approval for project plans.
• Progress Tracking: Monitor and manage both functional and project progress, ensuring milestones are met on time and within scope.
• Risk Management: Identify and assess risks, proactively address bottlenecks, and provide effective escalation management when necessary.
• Strategic Insight: Contribute strategic insights into project viability, balancing business needs with budget and timeline constraints.
• Diverse Exposure: Interface with senior leadership and all parts of the organization, fostering a collaborative and communicative environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience is required.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management or a related field.
• Experience in creating business plans, gaining approval, and overseeing projects from inception to completion.
• Prior experience in the media and entertainment industry is a strong plus.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a cross-functional team environment.

Robert Half

We are a Los Angeles-based consumer goods and brand management company. Through our portfolio of gaming and entertainment brands, we deliver fast, focused, fun. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefit plan, a casual and fun working environment, and career growth opportunities.

This is a hybrid role with two to three days onsite at the El Segundo office.

POSITION: LICENSE MANAGER/DIRECTOR

We are looking to expand our team by adding an Outbound Licensing Manager/Director. This role will play a critical part in overseeing the licensing activities within our organization. It will focus on cross-category, outbound, consumer products licensing, on a global scale. This individual will be responsible for category matrix building, deal negotiation, and will ensure compliance with licensing agreements. They will work to optimize license usage and strategize to maximize partnership. This role involves working closely with various departments, vendors, and legal teams to ensure the organization’s intellectual property rights are professionally managed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the procurement of new licensees and oversee renewal process with existing licensees, ensuring they align with business needs and comply with regulations.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive license management strategy, ensuring compliance across the organization.
• Work with licensing partners to build annual business plans and quarterly projections.
• Assist Finance team with guaranteed and royalty payments.
• Monitor license usage, ensuring that all licenses are appropriately assigned and utilized efficiently.
• Conduct regular audits to identify any license discrepancies and resolve non-compliance issues promptly.
• Collaborate with vendors to negotiate favorable license agreements, including terms, conditions, and royalty structures that align with the organization’s needs and goals.
• Build strong relationships with partners to stay informed about updates, upcoming changes, and industry trends.
• Keep the organization informed about licensing-related updates, industry trends, and best practices.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all licenses and related agreements.
• Prepare regular reports for senior management, highlighting licensing deal status, and targeted projections.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field.
• Proven experience in license management in the consumer goods industry and strong understanding of legal and regulatory implications in the industry.
• Familiarity with industry-standard licensing management tools and software.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional team and communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to manage and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• No-drama collaborator that contributes and takes accountability with team members.
• Work effectively without micromanagement.
• Compensation commensurate with skill and experience.

Pivotal Talent Search

WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCOMMODATE C2C AT THIS TIME

Onward Search needs a Technical Program Manager / Scrum Lead (Business Operation Organization) for one of our entertainment customers.

Job Description:

In this role, you will be actively engaged in the day-to-day hands-on management of team activities, backlogs, and roadmaps for technology initiatives. You’ll employ Agile and Scrum practices to guide the development team in achieving timely deliverables. Your responsibilities will extend to scheduling upcoming work, maintaining a balanced team focus, and collaborating across various technical teams and Product groups. This collaborative effort is essential to ensure the effective delivery, testing, and deployment of multifaceted business solutions.

Qualifications:

• Over 5 years of hands-on experience in Agile/Scrum methodologies for software application development, demonstrating effective leadership as a Scrum Lead.
• More than 5 years of proven expertise in overseeing formal application software development projects.
• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is a requirement.
• Possession of CSM or PMP certification would be advantageous.
• Thorough familiarity with the software development life cycle, with specialized experience in Content Management Systems (CMS) and the Content Management Supply Chain domain.
• Proficiency with project management tools pertinent to the business/project context.
• Expertise in Agile and Scaled-Agile Management methods and processes.

To learn more about this Technical Program Manager / Scrum Lead (Business Operation Organization) opportunity, apply now and chat with a recruiter today!

What’s in our benefits packages:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k Program
• Commuter Benefit
• eLearning
• Education Reimbursement
• Ongoing Training & Development
• *To qualify for our benefits package, you must work over 30 hours per week and the length of assignment must be a minimum of 10 weeks.

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We are creatives, marketers and digital wizards who use our talents to connect talented people with the nation’s leading brands. And our relationship won’t end with your start date.

More than recruiters, we are your advocates, advisors, and employers of record. We pay weekly, make sure your needs are met, and measure our success by yours. Join us.

DE&I is not just our promise, it’s our passion.

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Cinematics Director

Yotta Games – Why Join Us:

Yotta’s huge fanbase has helped turn us into a globally ranked game developer with offices worldwide. Despite our success, at heart we are still players trying to create exciting and engaging, never-before-experienced games. That drive to make games that we want to play is what animates our well-resourced, ambitious, creative team members. Working together in a supportive, open workplace and taking cues from our gaming communities, we create products that entertain the world.

Responsibilities:

Yotta is in the process of staffing up the R&D team located in Los Angeles, with talented game professionals to build our first AAA open world game project. We are looking for a talented and experienced cinematics expert to present a highly engaging cinematic experience for this project.

You will report to the game producer and collaborate with other teams, such as the narrative, cinematics and animation, to provide a higher standard of the game cinematics production.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Oversee all visual storytelling to ensure that the game project achieves a cinematic and unforgettable look.
• Direct cutscene production from script to screen, motivating the team along the way by advocating for a cinematic approach that inspires the team.
• Work within a team of cinematic professionals and make sure to meet the required deadlines.
• Blocking scenes; selecting shots, movements, and angles;
• Coordinate with the studio lighting artists and narrative designers to achieve the desired look for each scene.

Qualifications

We Expect You To Have:

• Bachelor degree or above, with a major related to film production.
• Over 5 years’ experience in the game industry working on game cinematics.
• Deep familiarity with cinematic storytelling pipeline: script, storyboard, animatics, previz, and beautifully rendered cutscenes.
• Experience mentoring or managing a team of game cinematics professionals to produce cutscenes that advance game narratives with the efficiency and aesthetics of mainstream movies.
• Confidence in communicating the cinematic vision of a project to performers and studio staff such that the game project begins to feel like an exciting blockbuster movie.
• Experience in successfully shipping multiple AAA titles that feature noteworthy cinematic cutscenes.
• Knowledge of shot selections and the use of movement libraries to compose scenes that feel fresh and unique.
• Experience running motion and performance capture sessions for scenes that can’t be built from movement libraries.
• Technical grasp of the finer points of visual storytelling in games, including shot selection and perspective.
• Ability to collaborate with other storytelling professionals, i.e., Narrative Designers, to create the most impactful scenes possible.

Even Better If You Have:

• Passion for crime genre games or crime fiction.
• Experience of Unreal 5 cinematic tools.
• Experience working with international teams in different time zones.

Additional Information:

• This is a hybrid role based in Los Angeles (currently hybrid because of pandemic);
• Current working hours: Monday – Friday, 11am – 8pm Pacific Time (including one-hour break);
• Salary depending on experience.

Yotta is committed to building an inclusive environment where creative professionals from a multitude of diverse cultural backgrounds collaborate to inspire audiences and each other. We are passionately supportive of equality in all its forms and never discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, orientation, identity, national origin, handicap, or any other category protected by applicable federal and state law.

Yotta Games