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CinematicsThe Cinematic Associate Producer Temp role will be tasked in a widerange of duties that may include working within a specific department or on special projects using prerendered and/or ingame assets. This position will support the department producers and supervisors by facilitating communication and information sharing between artists supervisors departments and the rest of the team.
This role is anticipated to be a hybrid work position with some work onsite and some workfromhome. The potential home studio for this role is Irvine CA. However we understand each persons circumstances may be unique and will work with you to explore other possible options including remote work arrangements.
This is a 6month temporary position.
What You Bring to the Table
Priorities can often change in a fastpaced environment like ours so this role includes but is not limited to the following responsibilities:
Supports the department producer project producers supervisors and artists with production priorities delivery targets and task deadlines necessary to keep the show on track
Tracks the development of assets and/or shots through the cinematic pipeline and works with the Producers and artists to understand the status of assets/shots within their departments and updates the tracking software with current statuses
Organizes and schedules meetings related to the project including arranging OT meals if necessary
Takes detailed notes during meetings and dailies and ensures timely delivery of notes to the crew on the project
Acts as a conduit for daytoday information between the crew as needed or directed
Helps maintain confluence/wiki pages for the department or project.
Communicate frequently with the other Department Managers and team leads on project status risks and opportunities
Contribute to a positive work environment
Experience
Experience with Shotgun and industry best practice standards
Knowledge & Skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Understands production schedules timelines and bids
Able to effectively communicate with artistic and technical personnel as well as show management and upper management
Excellent problemsolving skills
Ability to plan ahead think outside the box identify issues/roadblocks and develop plans to prevent or minimize their impact on production
Ability to work in a unique fastpaced environment with tight deadlines and small budgets. Experience facilitating teams and meeting deadlines under pressure
Key Attributes
Selfmotivated and able to take the initiative as the need arises
Approachable relaxed and friendly demeanor
Ability to interact and contribute as part of a team
Builds strong team relationships with Artists Supervisors Directors and Project Producers
Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop JIRA
Love of the storytelling process especially via movies and animation
Passion for Blizzard games; particularly World of Warcraft Diablo Starcraft and Overwatch
Familiarity working with an Animation and an InGame Cinematics Pipeline
Your Platform
Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft Overwatch Diablo and StarCraft Blizzard Entertainment Inc. a division of Activision Blizzard which was acquired by Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment experiences. Blizzard Entertainment has created some of the industrys most critically acclaimed and genredefining games over the last 30 years with a track record that includes multiple Game of the Year awards. Blizzard Entertainment engages tens of millions of players around the world with titles available on PC via Xbox PlayStation Nintendo Switch iOS and Android.
Our World
Activision Blizzard Inc. is one of the worlds 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 includingCall of DutyWorld of WarcraftOverwatchDiabloCandy Crush andBubble 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 wellbeing for Every World weve got our employees covered!
The videogame industry and therefore our business is fastpaced 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 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 underrepresented 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 General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.
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 wellbeing for Every World weve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:
Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary fulltime employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting the U.S. the standard base pay range for this role is $24.04 $44.47 Hourly. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately your specific range and offer will be based on several factors including relevant experience performance and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this roles range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates new hire compensation is negotiable.
Required Experience:
IC
Full-Time