Analyst, Studio Strategy and Operations Activision
Analyst, Studio Strategy and Operations Activision
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$ 71300 - 131906
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Job Title:
Analyst Studio Strategy and Operations - ActivisionRequisition ID:
R026081Job Description:
The Team
The Studio Strategy and Operations team is a critical part of the broader Call of Duty development organization (inclusive of studios production management publishing ops studio strategy and operations) and works closely with Activisions COO Head of Development and Head of Call of Duty Operations among other executive stakeholders.
We are versatile flexible and strategic hustlers passionate about content and creative talent. We take pride in proactively discovering opportunities to help our teammates do their best work and championing studio initiatives in the dynamic world of gaming.
The Studio Strategy and Operations team is responsible for overseeing strategic and operational aspects (studio resourcing management investment levels future title planning studio expansion etc.) for all Activision studios (Infinity Ward Treyarch Sledgehammer Games High Moon Studios Raven Software Beenox Shanghai Studio Digital Legends and others). Among other functions the Studio Strategy and Operations team also manages important organizational events such as game greenlight processes operational governance reviews and special projects. The team partners closely with a diverse array of functions across Activision Publishing from game studios to central teams striking a dynamic balance between involvement in game development and high-level long-term strategic planning.
The Mission
The Analyst Studio Strategy and Operations will play a pivotal role in working with Activisions world-class game studios and will report to the Manager Studio Strategy and Operations. The role will focus on studios resource planning operational excellence rhythm of business coordination business reviews and other key projects. A great candidate will have the ability to build analyze and maintain large datasets to inform planning decisions support strategic initiatives and drive operational efficiencies. Furthermore this role requires a candidate who is strong at synthesizing unstructured input such as stakeholder discussions and meetings into clear usable data (i.e. estimating the cost of building a new Call of Duty map by having multiple discussions with game developers and producers).
This position also requires extensive cross-group coordination at all levels excellent communication skills (quantitative written and verbal) and the ability to build internal/external relationships across the global franchise as this team is positioned at the intersection of development studios (i.e. studio heads executive producers studio operations etc.) corporate stakeholders (i.e. corporate finance external business development human resources etc.) and executive leadership. We are looking for self-starters who can work in a rapidly changing gaming industry tolerate ambiguity and demonstrate problem-solving leadership with limited oversight.
Priorities may change in a fast-paced environment such as ours so this role includes but is not limited to the following key responsibilities:
Studio Resourcing
Resource planning for Activisions Call of Duty studios including the long-term planning for future Call of Duty titles across internal and external development teams
Operating as the studio-matter expert and key point of contact for select studios and helping build resource plans monitor budgets and solve challenging problems for our studio stakeholders
Maintain monthly process to collect actualize and forecast studio resource planning and build ad-hoc analyses to support development initiatives; articulate budget variances to senior leaders
Support the development and delivery of accurate and timely business updates to senior leadership and studio leads
Partner with Studio Finance team to assist in quarterly annual and long-range planning processes
Develop an analytical culture using historical and current operational data to drive predictive analytics for the studios
Strategic Initiatives
Taking on individual projects as required by the business (past example: reviewing and analyzing in-game player engagement data to identify trends and optimize investment levels into select game modes)
Being an agent of change who drives execution of cross-team projects to optimize organizational performance
Supporting in developing implementing and monitoring strategies to achieve the organizations long-term goals and objectives
Identify key areas of over- and under-investment in key disciplines of the business
Ensuring processes are implemented across the studios organization. May be to participate as a team member on highly complex projects which are of the utmost highest priority for the organization
Player Profile
Bachelors degree in business economics finance or a related field
Professional experience in Management Consulting Investment Banking Corporate Finance/Strategy or transferable Business Operations role
Exceptional proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint with a keen eye for detail and a proven ability to navigate analyze and accurately synthesize quantitative data with minimal oversight
Ability to build trust-based stakeholder relationships and effectively collaborate across numerous parties
Comfort with ambiguity; strong judgment and ability to make well-informed decisions displaying both high IQ and EQ
Demonstrated success in developing new processes and/or improving existing ones
Interest and passion for interactive entertainment and technology
Integrity excellent judgment and discretion
Resides in or willing to relocate to Los Angeles California (Santa Monica)
Our World
At Activision we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. Were driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty Crash Bandicoot Tony Hawks Pro Skater and Guitar Hero. As a leading worldwide developer publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products our press start is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative fun thrilling and engaging entertainment experiences.
Were not just looking back at our decades-long legacy; were forging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate creative and diverse teams within our organization.
Were in the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. And our future opportunities have never been greater this could be your opportunity to level up.
Ready to Activate Your Future
Rewards
We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical emotional and financial well-being for Every World - weve 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 the U.S. the standard base pay range for this role is $71300.00 - $131906.00 Annual. 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 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
Employment Type
Full-Time
