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Team Name

Story & Franchise Development Operations

Job Title

Associate Manager, SFD Operations

Requisition ID

R019474

Job Description

Blizzard Entertainment: Story & Franchise Development

Associate Manager, SFD Operations

Blizzard Entertainment has an immediate opening for an Associate Manager in Story & Franchise Development (SFD) at its Irvine, California headquarters. This is not a permanent remote position. This role reports to the Sr. Manager of Business Operations and is responsible for financial planning and analysis and operational analysis in partnership with executive leaders within SFD and stakeholders in finance on the game franchise teams.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on, strategic individual who relates well with all levels, has experience in accounting and financial analysis in the entertainment field, and is a natural leader and collaborator. Candidate must have advanced Excel modeling capabilities, understand basic accounting principles, value attention to detail, and possess a high proficiency in problem solving and analysis. This role is for you if you have a solid foundation in financial analysis and are looking to grow into people management.

Responsibilities

• Support business planning efforts with the preparation of quarterly forecasts, annual budgets, cost trackers, and long-range plans
• Oversee and review production of monthly dashboard reports, providing regular updates on YTD, QTD, and pacing performance to management
• Prepare and present detailed franchise cost reports on a quarterly basis
• Prepare and submit monthly product allocations, capitalization, and journal entries
• Maintain and develop forecasting and modeling tools, and ensure the accuracy of information reported to stakeholders across Blizzard Finance, Franchise Stakeholders, and SFD leaders
• Maintain existing and implement new controls required to ensure data integrity, and evaluate processes for opportunities to increase such integrity
• Lend expertise in increasing operational efficiency, establishing processes where necessary and beneficial, and promoting business excellence
• Responsible for detailed tracking of headcount movement and budget alignment
• Assist in preparing various presentations and supporting materials for management
• Overseeing the work, performance, and development of two analysts
• Help with ad-hoc and other special projects as needs arise, including inquiries, research, reporting, cost estimates, or misc. analysis

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related areas
• 4+ years in operations finance, FP&A, or accounting, preferably in a publicly traded company. Some accounting experience highly preferred
• Highly organized and able to effectively manage competing priorities
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, and strong presentation skills
• The highest standards of accuracy and attention to detail in a dynamic, multitasking environment
• Strong competence in analyzing data and drawing actionable business insight
• Natural leader and collaborator, positive attitude, flexible, reliable, team player
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and financial management tools

Pluses

• Experience with Hyperion and Essbase
• Experience in video game, software, technology, animation, or entertainment industries
• Passion for video games and creative content
• Familiarity with Blizzard Ips

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 accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.comGeneral employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.

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.

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

Subject To Eligibility Requirements, The Company Offers Comprehensive Benefits Including

We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ – we’ve got our employees covered.

• 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.
Blizzard Entertainment

Job Title: Director, Social Data & Insights

Department: Marketing & Publicity

Location: Santa Monica, CA, US, 90404

Summary of Position

The Director of Social Data & Insights will be responsible for transforming social media data into actionable insights designed to inform marketing within the Motion Picture Group. The right person for this role is able to use data to identify insights and build themselves, is intellectually curious and is an innovator. If you are someone who thrives in a team environment and thinks strategically, then this is a phenomenal role for you.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, and execute social listening and digital asset engagement reporting for upcoming and current film titles, both in house and competitive
• Understand and apply knowledge regarding the historical, current, and evolving landscape of social media behaviors, usage, strengths, and limitations
• Communicate the sophisticated vocabulary of social media analytics, insights, and research in brief for top-level scenarios, or simplified for the lay person
• Maintain cross-functional relationships/partnerships across the organization to help solve marketer’s questions and ensure that the social consumer’s voice is being represented
• Work collaboratively with external partners/vendors and manage relevant budgets
• Provide additional support to the Data & Consumer Insights team as needed

Qualifications and Skills

• BS/BA required
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience with social listening or digital analytics, preferably at a media company or agency
• Knowledge of social tools and vendors (e.g. YouTube Analytics, ListenFirst, Talkwalker, Wavemetrix, Fizziology) required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Strong proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Experience writing Boolean logic and query-based searches preferred

About the Company

Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B) encompasses world-class motion picture and television studio operations aligned with the STARZ premium global subscription platform to bring a unique and varied portfolio of entertainment to consumers around the world. The Company’s film, television, subscription and location-based entertainment businesses are backed by a 17,000-title library and a valuable collection of iconic film and television franchises. A digital age company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and commitment to innovation, the Lionsgate brand is synonymous with bold, original, relatable entertainment for audiences worldwide.

Business Unit Overview

Motion Picture Group

Lionsgate’s motion picture business is a consistent box office market share leader with films that have grossed more than $10 billion worldwide over the past six years. This leadership is driven by world-class talent relationships, a deep and renewable portfolio of iconic brands and franchises, and a diverse and balanced slate that is built to enhance consumer enjoyment of the theatrical experience but also has the flexibility to utilize a broad range of alternative release strategies as the opportunities to monetize films continue to expand. The creator, owner and distributor of great film brands including The Hunger Games, Twilight Saga, John Wick, Now You See Me, Knives Out, La La Land, Saw, Dirty Dancing and Monster’s Ball, among many others, films released by Lionsgate and its predecessor companies have earned 129 Academy Award® nominations and 32 Oscar® wins.

In addition to its mainstream commercial releases, Lionsgate’s Motion Picture Group includes specialty film distributor Roadside Attractions, an industry leader in award-winning prestige movies, Pantelion Films, the U.S. market leader in Spanish-language releases, a top film production and distribution brand in the UK, and multiplatform distributor Grindstone Entertainment.

Our Benefits

• Full Coverage – Medical, Vision, and Dental
• Work/Life Balance – generous sick days, vacation days, holidays, and Impact Day
• 401(k) company matching
• Tuition Reimbursement (up to graduate degree)

EEO Statement

Lionsgate is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws. In addition, Lionsgate will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Lionsgate will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and federal law.

Lionsgate

Associate Director, Overwatch Community & Influencer Relations

As the Associate Director, Overwatch Community & Influencer Relations, you will set the vision and global strategy for Overwatch community efforts and lead the development of player-centric plans across multiple community disciplines – Influencers & Content Creators, Editorial & Community Management. You will also help establish goals and processes to ensure community programs are integrated with broader go-to-market plans, and work with international publishing teams to ensure that these plans are localized and relevant for our global player base. Finally, you’ll serve as the voice of both the players and developers, ensuring ongoing and transparent communications.

Covid-19 Hiring Update:

We’re currently in a work-from-home model, and we’re continuing to interview and hire during this time. This role is expected to begin as a remote position but will transition to at least a partial in-office position based out of Irvine, CA. We understand each person’s circumstances may be unique, and we will work with you to explore possible interim options.

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. California.

The position will report to the Senior Director of Publishing on the Overwatch Commercial team.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategy and lead execution of community plans across both 1) Direct-to-Player communications (Editorial, Community Management) and 2) Influencer & Creator Engagement (viewership initiatives, affiliate programs, etc)
• Apply process and frameworks to ensure strong execution and consistent measurement of HQ-led / North America-based activations that meet broader go-to-market plan objectives
• Monitor, quantify and develop player sentiment reporting across regions to help guide communications strategy, and allow developer partners to better understand how their products are perceived and discover opportunities for future product improvements
• Develop playbooks and process that sets direction for global community teams to build localized community plans that tie into the global strategy and plan
• Continue to monitor the team’s infrastructure (processes, technology) to support daily activities, and build a solid foundation for future work
• Mentor and motivate the Community team and help build development plans to support professional growth
• Be the Overwatch Community Expert for cross-franchise projects and/or sensitive communications

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience working in online communities, influencer strategies and custom creator activations
• Experience with presenting community strategies to executive and developer leadership teams, and working with cross-functional leadership teams
• Experience leading with influence and managing teams, and collaborative campaign management
• Experience with crisis management and sensitive communications
• Knowledge of community best practices, including communication strategies, user acquisition, and driving users through the funnel
• Experience / familiarity with the Overwatch community a major plus

Blizzard Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

• 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.
• 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 accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.
• 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.

Blizzard Entertainment is a global company committed to growing our employees along with the business. We offer generous benefits and perks with an eye on providing true work / life balance. We’ve worked hard to foster an intensely collaborative and creative environment, a diverse and inclusive employee culture, and training and opportunity for professional growth. Our people are everything. Our core values are real, and our mission has never changed. We are dedicated to creating the most epic entertainment experiences.

Blizzard Entertainment

Job Title: Director, TV Sales Planning & Analysis, International Distribution

Department: Sales & Distribution

Location: Santa Monica, CA, US, 90404

Summary of Position

The Director, TV Sales Planning and Analysis will manage Planning and Analysis activities for international sales teams in the on-going measurement and communication of financial performance of TV licensing across all Lionsgate Film and TV product. The role will be responsible for forecasting revenues that will drive financial planning and analysis (FP&A) reporting as well as help to inform strategic decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and review of annual budget and drive forecasts by salesperson, territory and region.
• Maintain ultimates across TV Series and Motion Pictures films, making updates based on quarterly accounting meetings and ensuring the latest is loaded in the forecast.
• Updating the 3-year revenue forecast for international territories and preparing variance analysis and presentation materials for executives.
• Managing contracted and forecast data in Salesforce with the help of the sales teams.
• Lead weekly updates with the sales teams
• Assist with deal valuation for international and global licensing discussion.
• Help create ultimates for future productions and acquisitions.
• Participate in and assist with business operating reviews, enabling discussions about the current and future state of the business.
• Serve as a liaison with Accounting to ensure proper revenue recognition and booking of deferred revenue.
• Work closely with corporate FP&A to ensure that actuals are tracking close to forecast and Budget and provide analysis for any deviations from forecast or Budget.
• Work with Sales, Operations and IT teams to further streamline models and processes.
• Manage and oversee day to day responsibilities of Senior TV analyst

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, MBA Preferred
• 5+ years of finance and business analysis experience in a Studio
• Have excellent Excel skills including creating financial models
• Must have in-depth knowledge of TV, Digital and SVOD businesses
• Must be highly motivated with the ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-pasted environment
• Must have interest in Movies and Television of various genres
• “Out of the Box” thinking and problem solving
• Must have a working knowledge of the monetization of film & television product
• Salesforce, Tableau, SAP BPC experience preferred

About the Company

Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B) encompasses world-class motion picture and television studio operations aligned with the STARZ premium global subscription platform to bring a unique and varied portfolio of entertainment to consumers around the world. The Company’s film, television, subscription and location-based entertainment businesses are backed by a 17,000-title library and a valuable collection of iconic film and television franchises. A digital age company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and commitment to innovation, the Lionsgate brand is synonymous with bold, original, relatable entertainment for audiences worldwide.

Business Unit Overview

Motion Picture Group

Lionsgate’s motion picture business is a consistent box office market share leader with films that have grossed more than $10 billion worldwide over the past six years. This leadership is driven by world-class talent relationships, a deep and renewable portfolio of iconic brands and franchises, and a diverse and balanced slate that is built to enhance consumer enjoyment of the theatrical experience but also has the flexibility to utilize a broad range of alternative release strategies as the opportunities to monetize films continue to expand. The creator, owner and distributor of great film brands including The Hunger Games, Twilight Saga, John Wick, Now You See Me, Knives Out, La La Land, Saw, Dirty Dancing and Monster’s Ball, among many others, films released by Lionsgate and its predecessor companies have earned 129 Academy Award® nominations and 32 Oscar® wins.

In addition to its mainstream commercial releases, Lionsgate’s Motion Picture Group includes specialty film distributor Roadside Attractions, an industry leader in award-winning prestige movies, Pantelion Films, the U.S. market leader in Spanish-language releases, a top film production and distribution brand in the UK, and multiplatform distributor Grindstone Entertainment.

Our Benefits

• Full Coverage – Medical, Vision, and Dental
• Work/Life Balance – generous sick days, vacation days, holidays, and Impact Day
• 401(k) company matching
• Tuition Reimbursement (up to graduate degree)

EEO Statement

Lionsgate is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws. In addition, Lionsgate will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Lionsgate will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and federal law.

Lionsgate

Director, Paid Social

10-week – Contract (FTE possible)

Overview: Come work for a leading agency dedicated to a growing video streaming / entertainment brand.

Responsibilities:

• Lead strategy and client management
• Build strong relationships with senior level counterparts, manage relationships with stakeholders, cover over strategic insights and problem solving
• Identify client goals, objectives and develop strategy and tactics
• Ensure overall accuracy with client budgets

Skills / Experience:

• Highly experienced in paid social execution
• Understand all major biddable platforms (Meta, Snap, TikTok, YouTube).
• Knowledge of ad serving, tagging, and media billing tools a plus
• Experience partnering with an integrated media planning team is a huge plus
• Entertainment experience is a plus

Harnham

Marketing Fandom

Fandom is every brand’s superpower. It’s about the passion and emotional connections people have for the products, entertainment, and sports they love. Some fans spend every waking hour engaging with and talking about the focus of their fandom. Others display fandom in more subtle ways. No matter what types of fans you attract, you need to acknowledge, understand, and nurture them.

Our proprietary research platform fuses billions of datapoints and millions of consumer surveys to get to the heart of what fans think, feel, and behave. Combined, this helps clients identify and engage the fans who matter most to them.

We are a truly full-service agency, we are creating the most tech and data-forward research business on the planet, where primary research, AI, and big data work together to solve complex marketing, content, and product development challenges.

Our team of Custom Researchers dive deep into the heads of fans to understand how they think and feel about a wide range of products and services, from CPG and QSR to Automotive, Technology, and Sports and Entertainment. We transform this knowledge into insights to shape our clients’ marketing strategies, refine advertising and content, and fuel new product innovations. The Big Difference is that we are a team of psychologists, cultural anthropologists, strategists, and data junkies with a rich research toolkit aimed at addressing the unique challenges facing brands and entertainment businesses today.

The Custom team uses their Research Superpowers to identify core fans, understand connections, an define ways to engage.

https://marketcast.com/custom-research/

#FandomIsOurJam

We’re Looking For

• At least 5 years’ experience in custom quantitative research
• Proven strength in all areas of quant practice from survey design to data analysis, able to tell the story with actionable outcomes. We’d expect you to be great in all aspects of questionnaire design, analysis planning, and reporting/story telling.
• Someone who is passionate about movies and series – we work with the biggest entertainment clients in the world! – and experience to back that up.
• Someone who is comfortable and confident thinking strategically, articulating and guiding others in uncovering consumer insights, and translating them into actionable outcomes for our entertainment clients.
• Comfort with owning the day-to-day management of multiple projects simultaneously, developing and managing project workplans and ensuring timely completion of tasks within project deadlines.
• Ability to manage project team members (including direct reports), assigning roles and responsibilities, monitoring work progress, and providing guidance where needed.
• Experience with mentoring junior team members, including goal setting, skills tutorials, side by side writing, project management, etc.
• Clear communication skills: you’ll need to be transparent and proactive in keeping internal and external stakeholders abreast of project progress.
• Professional maturity in surfacing any issues (e.g., moving quickly, with solutions) and recognizing when to escalate situations or ask for help.

It’ll Be Helpful If You Have

• Custom / ad hoc research specifically in the Media and Entertainment space – though we’re open to folks with experience in other categories, as long as you’re ready to jump into Media and Entertainment with both feet!
• Experience with hybrid qualitative-quantitative research and ability to effectively integrate the two in reporting; if you’re a hybrid and can handle both disciplines equally well, all the better!
• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in the Social Sciences, Economics, Marketing, Statistics, or related fields.

Benefits And Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) Company Match
• Freedom Leave
• Health & Wellness Events & Benefits
• Professional & Personal Growth & Learning Opportunities
• And, more

Our Purpose

Fandom connects people with shared passions and builds communities around them. It offers them space to express their joy and love, whether that’s for superheroes, sports teams, or even small batch whiskeys. At MarketCast, we believe in the power of fandom. It’s as important for brands as it is for action heroes and we do fandom research, data science and analytics better than anyone on the planet. This obsessive focus on fans helps the world’s top creators, media platforms, and sports leagues transform followers into fanatics and investments into impact.

Our Core Values

Curiosity Makes Us Tick

Our love of learning manifests in everything we do – from the surveys we field and the datasets we analyze to the technology we develop. Where others pause, we push forward, uncovering hidden meaning and answers. Always learning, always looking for more.

We Celebrate Wins

Whether its wowing clients with research or solving everyday challenges, we pause to honor great work and everyone who plays a role in it. We acknowledge and recognize great work and hustle that helps deliver the very best outcomes.

Trust is Always Trending

Trust means everything to us. It’s lending a hand when deadlines loom, always delivering on the promises we make, and calling out behavior that harms our culture. And our client’s trust is what makes all this possible, something we never take for granted.

We Roll with Change

We embrace change as an opportunity to learn, grow, and further develop. We do this by challenging our biases and rethinking how things have always been done in the past. This fresh, open-minded approach keeps us agile, innovating, and adapting in the face of uncertainty.

Diversity is Our Superpower

Our differences make us stronger. As researchers and data scientists, we have a responsibility to reflect the diverse audiences and communities all around us. Understanding people, opinions and life experiences fuels our insights and deepens our perspectives.

At MarketCast, we don’t just accept difference – we embrace it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our global culture and success. MarketCast is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. Check us out: www.marketcast.com

Per the pay transparency law, the hiring range for this position is $95,000 to $120,000. As a candidate for this position, your salary and related elements of compensation will be contingent upon your work experience, education, skill set, and any other factors MarketCast considers relevant to the hiring decision. In addition to your salary, MarketCast believes in providing a competitive total rewards package for its employees. MarketCast offers employees a holistic and wide array of benefits such as subsidized medical, dental and vision, free access to the HealthJoy, Everyday Inclusion, Peloton, and Calm Apps, 401K match from day one, “freedom time off”, career and personal growth outlets, and a robust health & wellness program. All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and the terms of our official plan may be modified or amended from time to time.

CCPA NOTICE: In accordance with the California Consumer Privacy Act, please note that we collect some or all the below categories of personal information from you as part of the application process and use it for the purposes indicated. Category of Personal Information: 1. Name, Contact Information (phone, email, address) Purpose: To be able to contact you 2. Information on work history and education Purpose: To be able to assess qualifications for the role 3. Race/ethnicity information (optional) Purpose: To comply with governmental reporting obligations 4. Veteran and military Status (optional) Purpose: to comply with governmental reporting obligation.

Compensation: From $95,000.00 to $120,000.00 per year
MarketCast

Manager, Awards

Our Consumer Marketing team within the Streaming group is charged with distribution and monetization of premium content across the spectrum of digital partnerships and business models. This includes our direct-to-consumer subscription service.

The Consumer Marketing Team is a diverse and agile group that works in an exciting and fast-paced environment, working cross-functionally across different departments and partnering with multiple technology/distribution partners to ensure that we deliver streaming content to consumers, however and wherever they want to consume it.

Responsibilities:

Role Details:

• The Manager, Awards will play an integral role in elevating our series & films for FYC awards contention throughout the year – including Emmys, Oscars, Critics Choice, guild awards and many more
• Reporting to the Senior Director, Awards Strategy, this role will work closely with cross-functional teams – including creative, publicity, program marketing, media and more – to ensure seamless communication and asset delivery, while helping to build awards presentations and other key materials
• The position will also help with management of marketing awards submissions (e.g. Clios)

Your Day-to-Day:

• Create compelling awards presentations and other materials for studio partners, showrunners and internal stakeholders
• Work with various teams to help streamline logistical elements of FYC campaigns – including communication, approvals of creative assets & media placements, and various promotional initiatives
• Stay on top of awards cycle/schedule and landscape throughout the year to ensure the team is consistently maximizing FYC impact
• Lead research initiatives to elevate the our awards brand in the market
• Serve as key liaison between internal teams & external agency in management of marketing awards submissions & recognition

Requirements:

You have:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 4-6 years of experience working in a marketing organization, entertainment brand, agency, publisher or related
• Exceptional organizational skills – the ability to juggle multiple projects, deliver under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment, and manage a high volume of materials
• Experience creating/writing decks and presentation materials
• Strong interest in & knowledge of the awards and larger entertainment & media landscape
• Great energy and enthusiasm: a strong communicator, relationship builder and contributor to a positive culture

Compensation:

• $37.75/hour – $50.34/hour

Cypress HCM

Marketing Fandom

Fandom is every brand’s superpower. It’s about the passion and emotional connections people have for the products, entertainment, and sports they love. Some fans spend every waking hour engaging with and talking about the focus of their fandom. Others display fandom in more subtle ways. No matter what types of fans you attract, you need to acknowledge, understand, and nurture them.

Our proprietary research platform fuses billions of datapoints and millions of consumer surveys to get to the heart of what fans think, feel, and behave. Combined, this helps clients identify and engage the fans who matter most to them.

We are a truly full-service agency, we are creating the most tech and data-forward research business on the planet, where primary research, AI, and big data work together to solve complex marketing, content, and product development challenges.

Our team of Custom Researchers dive deep into the heads of fans to understand how they think and feel about a wide range of products and services, from CPG and QSR to Automotive, Technology, and Sports and Entertainment. We transform this knowledge into insights to shape our clients’ marketing strategies, refine advertising and content, and fuel new product innovations. The Big Difference is that we are a team of psychologists, cultural anthropologists, strategists, and data junkies with a rich research toolkit aimed at addressing the unique challenges facing brands and entertainment businesses today.

The Custom team uses their Research Superpowers to identify core fans, understand connections, an define ways to engage.

https://marketcast.com/custom-research/

#FandomIsOurJam

We’re Looking For

• At least 3 years’ experience in custom quantitative research
• Someone who is passionate about movies and series – we work with the biggest entertainment clients in the world!
• Experience in developing and drafting questionnaires, analysis plans, and reporting – as well as running productive brainstorms and internal debriefs with thoughtful ideas and implications.
• Comfort in recognizing and recommending appropriate and impactful analysis techniques/data viz, with familiarity managing the process from final survey to final data tabs independently.
• Someone who enjoys ad hoc questionnaire design and custom reporting specifically – while templated and tracking work is great, in this group, we’re all about the unique business questions, so custom experience is key.
• Strong project management chops, including overseeing junior team members on your projects and delegating appropriate tasks.
• Comfort in leading project-related client interactions (e.g., being the day-to-day contact, providing regular updates, managing ad hoc comms, etc.).
• A team player – we are stronger together. We value what is accomplished and how we worked together as a team to achieve results.

It’ll Be Helpful If You Have

• Custom / ad hoc research specifically in the Media and Entertainment space – though we’re open to folks with experience in other categories, as long as you’re ready to jump in to Media and Entertainment with both feet!
• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in the Social Sciences, Economics, Marketing, Statistics, or related fields.
• Razor-sharp skills in all basic Office applications; knowledge of an array of common communications tools and platforms; experience with or knowledge of research platforms a plus.

Benefits And Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) Company Match
• Freedom Leave
• Health & Wellness Events & Benefits
• Professional & Personal Growth & Learning Opportunities
• And, more

Our Purpose

Fandom connects people with shared passions and builds communities around them. It offers them space to express their joy and love, whether that’s for superheroes, sports teams, or even small batch whiskeys. At MarketCast, we believe in the power of fandom. It’s as important for brands as it is for action heroes and we do fandom research, data science and analytics better than anyone on the planet. This obsessive focus on fans helps the world’s top creators, media platforms, and sports leagues transform followers into fanatics and investments into impact.

Our Core Values

Curiosity Makes Us Tick

Our love of learning manifests in everything we do – from the surveys we field and the datasets we analyze to the technology we develop. Where others pause, we push forward, uncovering hidden meaning and answers. Always learning, always looking for more.

We Celebrate Wins

Whether its wowing clients with research or solving everyday challenges, we pause to honor great work and everyone who plays a role in it. We acknowledge and recognize great work and hustle that helps deliver the very best outcomes.

Trust is Always Trending

Trust means everything to us. It’s lending a hand when deadlines loom, always delivering on the promises we make, and calling out behavior that harms our culture. And our client’s trust is what makes all this possible, something we never take for granted.

We Roll with Change

We embrace change as an opportunity to learn, grow, and further develop. We do this by challenging our biases and rethinking how things have always been done in the past. This fresh, open-minded approach keeps us agile, innovating, and adapting in the face of uncertainty.

Diversity is Our Superpower

Our differences make us stronger. As researchers and data scientists, we have a responsibility to reflect the diverse audiences and communities all around us. Understanding people, opinions and life experiences fuels our insights and deepens our perspectives.

At MarketCast, we don’t just accept difference – we embrace it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our global culture and success. MarketCast is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. Check us out: www.marketcast.com

Per the pay transparency law, the hiring range for this position is $80,000 to $90,000. As a candidate for this position, your salary and related elements of compensation will be contingent upon your work experience, education, skill set, and any other factors MarketCast considers relevant to the hiring decision. In addition to your salary, MarketCast believes in providing a competitive total rewards package for its employees. MarketCast offers employees a holistic and wide array of benefits such as subsidized medical, dental and vision, free access to the HealthJoy, Everyday Inclusion, Peloton, and Calm Apps, 401K match from day one, “freedom time off”, career and personal growth outlets, and a robust health & wellness program. All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and the terms of our official plan may be modified or amended from time to time.

CCPA NOTICE: In accordance with the California Consumer Privacy Act, please note that we collect some or all the below categories of personal information from you as part of the application process and use it for the purposes indicated. Category of Personal Information: 1. Name, Contact Information (phone, email, address) Purpose: To be able to contact you 2. Information on work history and education Purpose: To be able to assess qualifications for the role 3. Race/ethnicity information (optional) Purpose: To comply with governmental reporting obligations 4. Veteran and military Status (optional) Purpose: to comply with governmental reporting obligation.

Compensation: From $80,000.00 to $90,000.00 per year
MarketCast

The General Manager is responsible for the efficient, professional and profitable operation of the assigned Spectra venue.   In addition to managing the day to day business operations, the General Manager solicits new sources of revenue, both on and off the venue property. Responsible for overall management, promotion, and operation of the facility, including construction, purchasing, policy administration, booking, marketing, finance, food and beverage, box office, advertising, security, production, maintenance, and related operations for an Arena/Complex. This position is responsible for the development, coordination and management of all aspects and strategies for the arena’s entertainment events. 

This role will pay a salary betwen $100,000 and $120,000. 

For FT roles:   Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).

For PT roles: Benefits: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.

• Arrange for and otherwise book Events at the venue, develop and maintain relationships with reputable promoters, local market contacts, agents and talent affiliates to attract concerts, shows, entertainment events, etc.
• Administration of specific plans and programs prescribed by corporate directives, to include: HR, Sales and Marketing, quality assurance, energy efficiency, safety/emergency procedures, crowd control and crisis management practices, or other areas as needed.
• Generate for client/corporate in a timely manner financial and other reports detailing the arena activities.
• Prepare a proposed annual Operating Budget and submit such proposed budget to client/corporate.
• Oversee day to day operation, ensuring s technical and staff resource needs for all events, oversees plans for allocating those resources, and successfully manages their efficient implementation.
• Insure all agreements made regarding the Arena Facility are in compliance with the contract, state and federal law.
• Provide final approval for all contracts and agreement.
• Attend conferences and trade association meetings.
• Solicit and sell sponsorships and signage for stadium

• Bachelor’s degree or better from an accredited college or university in Business/Hospitality Management or related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years management experience in an Arena, Convention Center, Hotel or other similar public assembly facility
• The ability to research, develop and maintain relationships with artist agents, artist management as well as local, regional and national promoters.
• Proven leadership skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of event solicitation and presentation, public relations, advertising and media relations and event planning, facility operations, budget preparation and personnel management
• Ability to apply conflict resolution and problem-solving skills in a team-oriented environment
• Ability to express ideas clearly through both oral and written communication
• Superior Sales and Marketing skills
• Knowledge of budget preparation and control
• Considerable knowledge of safety regulations and other federal, state or local laws and regulations
• Effectively work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, volunteers, management staff and guests in a clear, professional and courteous manner which fosters a positive, enthusiastic and cooperative work environment.
• Ability to make sound business/operations decisions quickly and under pressure.
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
• Solid working knowledge of computer applications: Microsoft office, POS systems, timekeeping systems.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment.
• Possess a thorough working knowledge of all existing concessions and premium services locations: geographical location, equipment, evacuation procedures, adjacent employee and guest areas, and facility access.
• Possess valid Food Handlers certificate and Alcohol Service Permit if required by state or local government.
• Possess thorough working knowledge of all applicable sanitation requirements, food preparation guidelines, alcohol service policies, safety standards, etc. pertaining to Spectra and venue concession and premium services operations.
• Ability to calculate basic and complex math functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages).
• Ability to handle cash accurately and responsibly.
• Ability to consistently adhere to the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, ethics and confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently with little direction.

Comcast

In this role, you will be a part of shaping the future of entertainment and media with one of the world’s leading streaming services. You’d lead the way with a radically collaborative crew that thrives off audacious thinking. We want challengers who know what it takes to command attention, architect fandoms and never lose sight of even the smallest of details when it comes to opportunities for impact.

This particular account is right-fit for social-savvy, entertainment enthusiasts:

• Emerging platforms and the shifts that come with them don’t shake you
• A day spent not rehashing the latest trends in film, sports and TV is not a day lived
• Ability to separate substantive, brand-building moves from quick-hit stunts

Role Purpose:

• We’re looking for a high conceptual thinker that has a deep passion for people and how they activate on the internet. You’ll need to be able to confidently and independently lead brands, connect our brands to culture and have a strong track record of consistency with groundbreaking campaigns. You will invent social tactics, mentor junior associates and manage the day-to-day progress of a project from start to finish. We want to make beautiful things for the internet in whatever format is deemed most relevant. We stand out in the market because every detail is considered. We consider the small things as much as we do the big.

Key Accountabilities:

• Delivers integrated communications solutions, creative platforms and executions

• Realizes the strategic direction and creative vision of the agency

• Ability to effectively collaborate with partner in craft as well as cross-department teams to develop work

• Works closely with the creative department to develop differentiating and original creative concepts and award-winning, media-coverage worthy creative work to impact a client’s business to great effect

• Takes ownership for the delivery of the client’s brand vision

• Creatively supports the effective use of technology and its applications to solve business problems

• Champions, defines and feeds back on the creative process and output

Qualifications

Our team is searching for a social-first creative (copy) leader who is passionate about film, sports, pop culture, and art. This person must have a digital portfolio with social-first writing examples (All social channels including IG, YouTube, TikTok, and emerging platforms).

• 5+ years of management experience

• Examples of digital-first thinking. You need to love the internet and creating in that space.

• We move at speed, we make lots of work, we need clear-eyed leaders. You need to love mentoring junior talent, you need to have the experience navigating interagency relationships, and you need to love building relationships with our awesome clients.

• Detail-oriented. We need buttoned-up creatives that believe in total accountability

Working with us:

Joining Dentsu Creative, you will be part of a creative network, delivering ideas that are brought alive in new ways. Along the way, you will team up with inspiring people across the world and become part of a truly inclusive culture where everyone is given the opportunity to thrive and create the best work of their careers; always learning and always listening to shape ideas, create culture and change behavior. By bringing together the capabilities, experience and relationships of our collective experts, the opportunities for personal growth and development are endless.

We are united by four signature strengths:

Boundless Creativity – Kitsune Fox: In Japanese culture – the Kitsune Fox sees the future. We run towards the future, forever asking: what’s next? Our imagination has no limit. Our clients seek us out because we believe there is no problem we cannot solve with the power of modern creativity.

Intelligent Scale – Ryujin Dragon: The Ryujin Dragon controls the ocean and the tides. We flow the right talent around the right brief in the right moment, wherever it sits in the world. We scale our unique ideas with precision, using intelligent technology to make personal connections with millions around the world.

Obsessive Craft – Orizuru Crane: The Orizuru Crane carries the soul up to paradise. It inspires the most classic and iconic Japanese origami. We elevate the soul of our work with an obsessive focus on craft, nurturing the next-gen craft skills needed to soar in a modern world.

Radical Collaboration – Kohaku Koi: The Koi swim upstream against the tide, united as one. We chart new territory through the power of radical collaboration. We seamlessly connect Creativity, Media and CXM to imagine new solutions at the intersection of craft, data, culture, and innovation.

Our Values

We believe our work can only resonate in the modern world if the people behind it reflect the modern work. We can only be truly relevant when we create a truly inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. That means – we are tough on the work but gentle with each other. We lead with empathy and are always listening and always learning. We support each other, we cheer for each other, we win together. We celebrate difference as the only way to make the work that makes a difference.

Additional Information

The anticipated salary range for this position is $113,000 – $182,850. Salary is based on a wide range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and geography. A range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and/or other benefits also are available. For more information regarding dentsu benefits, please visithttps://dentsubenefitsplus.com/

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Dentsu (the “Company”) is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee of the Company, on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or a certain state or local laws. Reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done that will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the Company. Please contactrecruiting@dentsuaegis.comif you need assistance completing any forms or otherwise participate in the application process or to request or discuss accommodation in connection with a job at the Company to which you are applying.

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