Activision Blizzard

Job Title:

Manager Internal Communications, Activision

Requisition ID:

R021639

Job Description:
Your Platform

Founded in 1979, Activision has continuously disrupted the world of entertainment as a leader in the videogame industry. With a history of delivering iconic game changers — like Pitfall®, Tony Hawk®, Guitar Hero®, Crash Bandicoot™, Skylanders™ and Call of Duty® — our obsession is delighting our players around the globe. Focused and committed to innovation, we consistently deliver the most beloved, engaging and successful entertainment.

And while we have world-class franchises, infrastructure and resources, our success comes from a passionate, talented and diverse team of people producing greatness together. So, if you’re interested in our biggest priority, it’s our people.

We’re currently driving the next era for our company and community by creating amazing experiences for fans and continuing to make Activision an inclusive place where everyone can thrive.

Join us, make history. To learn more, check us out at www.activision.com,www.activisiongamesblog.com or @Activision on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Your Mission

As Manager, Internal Communications reporting to the Sr. Director, Communications, you will supervise internal communications programs across Activision’s business to inform and engage our global employees. In this role, you will have the opportunity to play a key role in everything from producing division-wide meetings to crafting written and video communications within our organization.

This role is anticipated to be assigned as a hybrid work model position, with some work on-site at an Activision Blizzard office and some work remote.

Priorities can often change in a fast-paced environment like ours, so this role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:

• Develop and complete comprehensive long-range and short-term internal communication plans that outline what channels the team should use to communicate with employees.
• Align our people around our values and business goals to help every employee feel connected to our mission.
• Build and manage an internal editorial calendar to organize the strategic cadence of employee communications.
• Draft accurate and error-free documents with a strong attention to detail.
• Promote pillar awareness of and participation in major Activision projects tied to workplace engagement and satisfaction (Culture, DE&I, Future of Work).
• Work with senior leaders and team leads on internal communications programs, helping them engage with their teams.
• Produce a wide range of compelling content to support employee communications, including talking points, email drafts, decks, slides, video, surveys, hub articles, etc.
• Experiment with creative ways to reach corporate employees with the news and information they care about.
• Be a trusted partner; develop time-sensitive and important messaging for the teams you support, while also evaluating and reporting on sentiment of messages.
• Identify and work on areas of opportunity where communication tools, messaging, frameworks, or channels can be improved for employees globally.
• Cultivate relationships with global cross-functional teams and find opportunities to improve engagement with business operations from an internal communication perspective.
• Keep a finger on the pulse of our games and employee attitudes, surfacing stories that reflect who we are, what we care about, and what we need to know as a team.

Player Profile

• 5+ years of proven experience working within the comms space serving internal or external audiences.
• You have a diverse comms toolkit that you use to master any communication medium requirement.
• You adapt quickly, are a terrific writer, are focused on delivering results, and have experience working well across a diverse group of internal partners.
• You exercise great discretion as it relates to confidential information.
• You can work independently and, in a group, to deliver assignments on time.
• You have a depth of understanding of current trends in the internal comms space.
• You know how to measure the impact and resonance of your work.
• You can quickly adjust to critical situations in an assuring manner.
• You are creative storyteller with the ability to proactively seek out information from teams, frequently turning complex information into engaging content.
• You are a self-motivated individual comfortable operating in a high volume, fast-paced environment without sacrificing high-quality results.

Extra Points:

• Strong attention to detail, especially related to written skills across different formats from executive messaging to employee newsletters and internal memos, including copywriting and editing; creative writing is a plus.
• An understanding of current trends in the gaming space, with the ability to develop, present, and implement ideas.
• Adaptable, reliable, and willing to take on projects big and small.
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, English, or relevant field.
• Knowledge of distribution list management.
• A passion for communicating about gaming and a deep understanding of the video game culture.

We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to [email protected] General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.

Our World

Activision Blizzard, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATVI), is one of the world’s largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, World of Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo®, Candy Crush™ and Bubble Witch™. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet.

Our ability to build immersive and innovate worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive in order to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ – we’ve got our employees covered.

The videogame industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve. As such, the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics

Rewards

We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ – we’ve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:

• Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance;
• 401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;
• Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;
• Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;
• If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.

Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.

In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $87,480.00 – $161,910.00 Annual. This base pay range is for the U.S. and is not applicable to locations outside of the U.S. Actual amounts will vary depending on experience, performance and location. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed.

Activision Blizzard

We Want You

A new world and a new journey await you. It is a world different from any other Blizzard has created.

If you’re a passionate game developer, and, well, a good human being, then we’d love to talk to you. We have a new AAA survival game in the works, set in a new IP for PC/Console. It’s going to be amazing, and we’d love to bring you along for the ride. Together, we’ll build something big, bold, and beautiful.

We are seeking an Associate Technical Director who will help direct and define our project’s server technology, operational infrastructure, game object replication capabilities, and Battle.net platform integration. By directly managing multiple teams of engineers and collaborating with directors and leads across the project, you will help define, schedule, and prioritize clear and achievable goals for the engineering teams under the Platform & Metagame engineering organization.

We believe our team is good. Really good. Granted, we’re obviously biased. But we also believe there are lots of developers out there who can make us even better. You could be one of those people. If you’re looking for a team where inclusion, thoughtfulness, empathy, professionalism, and collaboration are all seen as critically important, we believe our team could be a phenomenal fit for you. Join us and help craft our future!

Location fixed

This role is anticipated to be a hybrid work position, with some work on-site and some work-from-home. The potential home studio for this role is Irvine, CA.

We need help with

• Provide technical mentorship and guidance for engineers on the Metagame and Platform engineering teams, in conjunction with the Technical Director.
• Guide and grow the team of engineering leads into successful people managers.
• Work with the Technical Director to define and execute strategic goals and milestones, establish best practices and procedures, and evangelize the core development values of the engineering team.
• Work with production staff, directors, and other leads to establish engineering tasks and manage schedule requirements.
• Review and approve completed engineering tasks in collaboration with the Technical Director, the production staff, and other leads.
• Collaborate with the Technical Director and leads to ensure that technology interests and policies are properly represented and maintained through the course of development and that future technology is being developed on schedule.
• Perform research to acquire new knowledge necessary to perform assigned tasks and maintain the technological evolution of the project.
• Maintain familiarity with Blizzard Entertainment’s current game designs as well as with emerging technologies across the game industry in multiple genres.

Minimum Requirements

• 10+ years of professional experience authoring code for game software.
• 2+ years leading impactful engineering teams.
• Experience shipping multiple AAA games, with at least one as a senior engineer or higher on a large team
• Strong, proven C++ skills and shipped at least one professional game primarily authored in C++.
• Significant leadership experience managing engineers.
• Hands-on expertise in one or more of the following areas: Server development, UDP-based game object replication, DevOps, and Online Services integration.
• Experience with performance analysis and code optimization.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with artists, designers, and other engineers.
• Proven aptitude for technical design.

Extra awesome points for

• Experience supporting a live service game.
• Experience in the design and implementation of game systems, multi-threading, and database management.

We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to [email protected]. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.

Our World

At Blizzard Entertainment, we pour our hearts and souls into everything we create. Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft, Overwatch, Diablo, and StarCraft, we’ve been creating genre-defining games for millions of players around the world for more than 30 years. We’re on a quest: bring our dreams to life and craft the most epic entertainment experiences…ever. Hard work, iteration and polish go into the Blizzard “secret recipe,” but the most important ingredients come from talented people who share our vision. If that sounds like you, join us.

The videogame industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve. As such, the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.

Rewards

We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ – we’ve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:

• Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance;
• 401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;
• Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;
• Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;
• If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.

Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.

In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $155,500.00 – $287,876.00 Annual. This base pay range is for the U.S. and is not applicable to locations outside of the U.S. Actual amounts will vary depending on experience, performance and location. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed.

Activision Blizzard

Job Title: Editorial Manager, Franchise Editorial

Reporting to: Editorial Director, Franchise Editorial

Department: Franchise Editorial (Marketing/PR, Activision)

Your Platform

Founded in 1979, Activision has continuously disrupted the world of entertainment as a leader in the videogame industry. With a history of delivering iconic game changers — like Pitfall®, Tony Hawk®, Guitar Hero®, Crash Bandicoot™, Skylanders™ and Call of Duty® — our obsession is delighting our players around the globe. Focused and committed to innovation, we consistently deliver the most beloved, engaging and successful entertainment.

And while we have world-class franchises, infrastructure and resources, our success comes from a passionate, talented and diverse team of people producing greatness together. So, if you’re interested in our biggest priority, it’s our people.

We’re currently driving the next era for our company and community by creating amazing experiences for fans and continuing to make Activision an inclusive place where everyone can thrive.

Join us, make history. To learn more, check us out at www.callofduty.com/blog, www.activision.com, www.activisiongamesblog.com or @Activision on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Your Mission

An experienced Manager of Editorial content, Writer, and Gamer is needed to join the Activision Franchise Editorial team to work primarily on long-form (“Blog”) content for Activision, including Call of Duty. An ideal candidate would have 3-6 years of proven experience writing, editing, and managing editorial content, along with an impressive knowledge of Activision titles. A passionate gamer with experience in first-person action titles and their nomenclature is preferred.

The Editorial Manager would be an integral part of shaping Franchise Editorial content and long-form messaging. The primary role would include managing the research of game content, and redefining it into player-friendly, authentic, and accurate communications that acts as the main hub of information for the brands.

Quality content is of paramount importance, delivered on time and within budget, and distributed across multiple channels. The ideal candidate would be a skilled and articulate communicator, able to craft communications from a small stable of writers, and ensuring content is steered toward publication on-time, and accurately.

This role requires an individual with a strong production management ethic, the ability to bring innovative and creative ideas from inception to reality. The candidate would be passionate and knowledgeable about the gaming industry, Activision’s games, with understanding of communication trends.

Responsibilities

• Working with the Editorial Director to deliver content production goals reflected in the editorial calendar based on all brand communications, applying processes and tools in place, and contributing to improving existing approaches.
• Managing the development and approval of content across blogs, including assets such as screenshots and artwork.
• Work closely with internal partners to shepherd editorial projects from concept through launch achieving the highest quality output.
• Write, edit, proof, fact-check, and polish a variety of franchise-oriented communications with a steadfast focus on quality. Coordinate internally with subject matter experts across teams to gather information to spotlight our games and talent.
• Ensure the Content Management System and Call of Duty Blog content across owned channels is fully SEO optimized, updated, fully curated, and localized globally.
• Managing the central distribution of long-form content across Activision, ensuring global teams receive public-facing communications.
• Bring innovation and assistance in maintaining a communications style guide in concert with the PR, Marketing, and other brand teams. Monitor content effectiveness and help modify strategies accordingly. Additional projects and duties as assigned.

Player Profile

• 3-6 years of client, publication, or agency-side editorial, PR, journalism, or marketing communications experience plus production experience backed by a portfolio of high-quality work.
• A solutions-oriented mentality and a discerning eye for high-quality content.
• An ability to work quickly and effectively across a range of near and long-term priorities.
• Experience using style and grammar references, including Chicago Manual of Style.
• Experience implementing efficient workflow processes and implementing productivity tools, including (but not limited to) the Microsoft Office communications suite, Sharepoint, CMS systems, Jira, Monday, Sprinklr, as well as general knowledge of game builds. Photoshop and knowledge of PC hardware is also a bonus.
• A deep, experienced knowledge of video games, with a particular knowledge of Call of Duty to ensure the maintenance of authentic long-form content. A great K/D ratio and passion for the game is a bonus.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build a network of collaborators. Excellent written, oral and presentation skills.

We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to [email protected] General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.

Our World

Activision Blizzard, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATVI), is one of the world’s largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, World of Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo®, Candy Crush™ and Bubble Witch™. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet.

Our ability to build immersive and innovate worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive in order to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ – we’ve got our employees covered.

The videogame industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve. As such, the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics

Rewards

We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ – we’ve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:

• Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance;
• 401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;
• Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;
• Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;
• If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.

Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.

In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $72,720.00 – $134,460.00 Annual. This base pay range is for the U.S. and is not applicable to locations outside of the U.S. Actual amounts will vary depending on experience, performance and location. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed.

Activision Blizzard