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This role will drive and execute the social media vision and strategy across multiple game properties while managing a network of external social media agencies and internal creative partners. This is a high-impact, hands-on role for a self-starter who thrives in fast-moving environments, pushes creative boundaries, and can independently develop and scale world-class social programs. This is an onsite role located in Santa Monica, CA.\nThis 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.\nWhat you bring to the table\nPriorities can often change in a fast-paced environment like ours, so this role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:\nYou are a high-energy, proactive self-starter who delivers results and drives initiatives across teams.\n\nYou are passionate about video games, gaming communities, and how social media shapes player experiences.\n\nYou are a creative thinker excited to push boundaries and experiment with new formats.\n\nYou are highly collaborative, but comfortable driving initiatives without needing constant direction.\n\nWhat you will do\nDevelop and own the end-to-end social media strategy for Activision across platforms including X, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Twitch, Facebook, Reddit, and emerging channels.\n\nBuild long-term social strategies that drive discovery, engagement, community growth, and cultural relevance across diverse gaming audiences.\n\nPartner with Publishing, Brand, Communications, Community, Creative, and Product teams and agencies to align social strategy and execution with major company and franchise milestones.\n\nDevelop creative strategy for high-impact campaigns, announcements, trailers, character reveals, and live-ops moments as appropriate.\n\nPartner and guide internal and external creative teams to ensure consistent, high-quality production and execution across all platforms.\n\nProduce best-in-class social content that is innovative, platform-native, and reflective of gaming culture.\n\nServe as the social media point of contact across teams, aligning stakeholders on priorities, calendars, and messaging across the company and game properties.\n\nOrganize and maintain global editorial calendars, ensuring consistent cadence, coordination, and clarity.\n\nCollaborate closely with internal creative teams, including Publishing, Creative Services, Marketing, and game development teams, to ensure social content authentically represents the essence of each game, its world, characters, and player community..\n\nTranslate game vision, narrative themes, and player insights into compelling, platform-native social storytelling that resonates with core players while also attracting a broader, more diverse audience..\n\nPartner with developers and creative stakeholders to proactively identify upcoming moments, content beats, and features that can drive excitement, community conversations, and long-term engagement..\n\nDevelop reporting, insights, and KPI tracking using tools, native platform analytics, and additional reporting suites.\n\nTranslate analytics into actionable recommendations that improve performance, content quality, and audience growth.\n\nContinually refine best practices for social channels and partner with regional teams to localize and optimize strategies.\n\nDrive complex, multi-title social activations, ensuring flawless execution against deadlines, budgets, and creative standards.\n\nIdentify cultural moments, platform trends, influencer opportunities, and real-time conversations relevant to the company and our franchises.\n\nMinimum Requirements\n5+ years of social media experience within gaming, entertainment, or consumer digital brands-either agency-side or in-house.\n\nExperience leading social strategy and executing large-scale programs with minimal oversight.\n\nExperience managing multiple agencies, content studios, and cross-functional partners.\n\nStrong understanding of gaming culture, player communities, social platform ecosystems, and content formats.\n\nProven ability to develop and present clear, compelling creative briefs that inspire innovative work.\n\nStrong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage complex calendars, campaigns, and budgets.\n\nAnalytical skills with familiarity using tools, native analytics, and other measurement platforms.\n\nStrong communication skills - able to influence at all levels and across functions.\n\nBachelor's degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or equivalent experience.\n\nExtra Points\nExperience managing social media programs for large-scale brands within complex stakeholder environments.\n\nDemonstrated ability with delivering first-to-market, culturally relevant social activations.\n\nExperience working closely with game developers, publishing teams, community teams, or esports organizations.\n\nYour Platform\nFounded in 1979, Activision has continuously disrupted the world of entertainment as a leader in the videogame industry. With a history of delivering iconic game changers -- like Pitfall®, Tony Hawk®, Guitar Hero®, Crash Bandicoot™, Skylanders™ and Call of Duty® -- our obsession is delighting our players around the globe. Focused and committed to innovation, we consistently deliver the most beloved, engaging and successful entertainment.\nAnd while we have world-class franchises, infrastructure and resources, our success comes from a passionate, talented and diverse team of people producing greatness together. So, if you’re interested in our biggest priority, it’s our people.\nWe’re currently driving the next era for our company and community by creating amazing experiences for fans and continuing to make Activision an inclusive place where everyone can thrive.\nJoin us, make history. To learn more, check us out atwww.activision.com,www.activisiongamesblog.com or @Activision on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.\nOur World\nAt 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.\nWe’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.\nWe’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.\nReady to Activate Your Future?\nOur World\nActivision 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!\nOur 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!\nThe videogame industry and therefore our business is fast-paced 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.\nWe 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.\nWe 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.\nWe 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.\nRewards\nWe 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:\nMedical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance;\n401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;\nPaid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;\nMental 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;\nIf the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.\nEligibility 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/.\nIn the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $27.42 - $50.72 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. 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