Production Coordinator, Events - 6 month contract

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Production Coordinator, Events - 6 month contract

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R027123

Job Description:

Job Title: Production Coordinator (Temporary) 6 month contract
Department: Production and Release Operations

Your Mission
PRODUCTION COORDINATOR - HARDWARE TECH/EVENT SUPPORT

The Production Coordinator (Hardware Tech/Event Support) will assist in the full life-cycle management of all 1st party development hardware assets (debug/development kits), including managing, ordering, tracking, allocating, repairing, inventory auditing and retirement.
Additionally, they will assist the larger event support team in the deployment of gaming hardware at both internal and external events. They may also be asked to supervise small projects in support of the larger hardware/event management team.

This role is based in our Santa Monica, CA office and follows an onsite work schedule of four days per week. Work arrangements may change at the company's discretion to meet business needs.

Responsibilities:
* Assist in the provisioning of dev hardware for developers and production teams
* Track dev hardware in an inventory tracking database
* Assist with dev hardware repairs and returns
* Provide and maintain hardware at onsite and offsite events
* Serve as the first point of contact regarding development software: XDK, first party "neighborhoods", recovery processes, firmware updates, whitelisted profiles, etc.
* Assist with the user management of large enterprise software systems (Adobe, Autodesk, etc.)
* Assist in the planning, setup and break-down of gameplay hardware for events of all sizes
* Perform other duties, as assigned

Requirements:
* B.A. or B.S. in Computer Science/Entertainment-related area, or equivalent work experience
* Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
* Demonstrated success working in a team-based environment, interfacing with multiple departments throughout an organization
* Strong working knowledge of most popular console platforms and related peripherals and PC software/hardware
* 2+ years in the video game industry, preferably in interactive software publishing
* Must be willing and able to travel internationally for event support
* Demonstrated ability to define a problem, challenge, or opportunity and formulate methods to resolve problems or capitalize on opportunities

Ideal candidate will be both tech savvy and also able to serve as a personable 'host' at gameplay events.

Our World
At Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. We're 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 Hawk's™ 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.

We're not just looking back at our decades-long legacy; we're 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.

We're 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?

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.com. 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 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 $20.77 - $38.46 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 role's 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