Overview
Job Title : Events Producer | Irvine, CA
Department : Marketing
Location : Irvine, CA
Your Mission
Blizzard Entertainment is seeking an Events Producer to join our Global Events team. This role is responsible for producing large-scale, high-profile events that engage Blizzard’s global audience, including both in-person and virtual experiences. The Global Events Producer will partner with internal teams across marketing, brand, community, communications, esports, and more to create unforgettable experiences for players alike.
You will be directly involved in planning, executing, and evaluating events for major product launches, global conventions, esports tournaments, global broadcasts, community-driven initiatives, and more. You are responsible for delivering operational excellence while maintaining Blizzard’s high standards for creativity and quality. This role requires a combination of creative vision, technical expertise, operational acumen, and exceptional project management skills.
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.
Key Responsibilities
- Event Planning & Execution : Lead the development and execution of large-scale, global in-person and virtual events, including product launches, conventions, branded experiential experiences, and more.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work closely with teams across Blizzard, including Marketing, Brand, Community, and Communications, to ensure event strategies align with company goals and deliver maximum impact.
- Creative Direction : Collaborate on creative concepts and designs for events, ensuring the production of engaging and innovative content that reflects Blizzard's brand and resonates with a global audience.
- Logistical Coordination : Oversee all event logistics, including venue selection, vendor management, budgeting, travel, technology setup, and on-site operations, ensuring seamless execution and a positive attendee experience.
- Operational Leadership : Drive operational efficiency by establishing best practices for event production, vendor management, budget tracking, and scheduling. Ensure events are executed on-time, within scope, and on-budget.
- KPI & Performance Tracking : Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for all events, analyzing feedback and engagement data to improve future experiences.
- Stakeholder Communication : Present event strategies, progress, and final reports to senior leadership, ensuring alignment with Blizzard’s strategic objectives.
- Event Materials & Documentation : Oversee the creation and distribution of event materials, such as briefs, milestone schedules, run-of-shows, and post-event reports.
- Post-Event Analysis & Continuous Improvement : Lead post-event evaluations, gather insights from attendees and stakeholders, and apply learnings to enhance future events.
- Vendor & Partner Management : Build and maintain strong relationships with external vendors and partners, managing contracts, negotiations, and event logistics to ensure the successful delivery of all event components.
Requirements
Education : Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications or a related field, or equivalent work experience.Experience :5+ years of experience in event production, with a proven track record of delivering large-scale, high-profile events (e.g., global product launches, esports tournaments, conventions, etc.).
3+ years producing both in-person and virtual events, with expertise in live-streaming technologies and online engagement strategies.Event Production Expertise : Demonstrated ability to manage complex event logistics, from concept through execution, ensuring all aspects of an event are meticulously planned and delivered.Cross-Functional Collaboration : Experience working with multiple internal teams and external partners to execute high-impact events that align with broader marketing and organizational goals.Operational Excellence : Strong skills in budgeting, vendor management, contract negotiations, scheduling, and resource allocation.Creativity & Innovation : Ability to drive creative event strategies and contribute to brainstorming sessions that push the boundaries of traditional gaming events.Communication Skills : Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly present event strategies, timelines, and post-event analyses to senior leadership.Time Management : Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple events and deadlines simultaneously, ensuring all details are handled with care and precision.Adaptability : Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, managing competing priorities with a calm and focused approach.Technology Proficiency : Familiarity with event management tools, digital production platforms, and livestreaming technologies (e.g., Wrike, Microsoft Teams, etc.).Gaming Passion : A deep understanding of the gaming industry, Blizzard’s products, and the gaming community, with a passion for delivering exceptional player experiences.Pluses
Advanced Degrees in a related field.Event Certifications such as Certified Meeting Planner (CMP), Meeting Planner (MP), or Event Safety Alliance (ESA).Experience with Esports Events : Knowledge of esports production and event management.Gaming Industry Experience : Previous experience working within the gaming or entertainment industry.Virtual Event Expertise : Familiarity with virtual event platforms and tools such as virtual worlds, augmented reality, and broadcast studios.Key Attributes
Leadership & Teamwork : Strong ability to lead and collaborate with teams across functions, while also being a proactive, hands-on contributor to event execution.Creative Problem-Solving : A strategic thinker who can quickly adapt to changing situations and troubleshoot complex issues in real-time.Passion for Events : Enthusiastic about creating memorable, innovative experiences that connect with Blizzard’s community and reflect the company’s legacy of excellence in gaming.Your Platform
Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft, Overwatch, Diablo, and StarCraft, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (www.blizzard.com), 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 industry’s most critically acclaimed and genre-defining 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 Battle.net, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android.
Our World
Activision Blizzard, Inc., 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 innovative 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!
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 Benefits page.
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