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Activision · 10 hours ago

Communications Lead - Infinity Ward

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$78K/yr - $144K/yr

8+ years exp

Activision is a leading worldwide developer and publisher in the gaming industry, and they are seeking a Communications Lead for Infinity Ward. In this role, you will connect and engage with the global community of players, develop communication strategies, and collaborate with various teams to enhance community engagement and player support.

GamingMedia and EntertainmentPC GamesPublishingVideo Games

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of studio communication strategies, messaging, and public-facing narratives aligned with studio goals

Build and manage community engagement campaigns across digital and social platforms, bringing fresh, culturally relevant ideas that resonate with our players

Serve as a cross-functional partner across development, brand, marketing, player support, live operations, analytics, and publishing to ensure accurate and timely communications

Source, verify, and translate development information into clear and impactful messaging for product launches, live updates, patch notes, and community-facing materials

Collaborate on live game communications, issue management, community sentiment monitoring, and proactive player support initiatives

Support the creation of key messaging, FAQs, briefing materials, and spokesperson training

Leverage data, analytics, and player insights to inform and optimize communication efforts

Actively participate in social monitoring and community feedback processes to help shape studio awareness of player needs

Occasionally travel for key industry events, studio activities, and player community engagements

Flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities and work hours as needed during critical phases of game development and live operations

Qualification

Communications strategiesCommunity managementSocial media expertiseCross-functional collaborationData-driven decision makingMessagingInfluencer engagementGaming industry knowledgeAdaptabilityProblem-solvingVerbal communicationOrganizational skills

Required

8+ years of experience in gaming, entertainment, or technology communications; preferably within global or multi-market organizations

Proven record of building and executing effective communications and social media strategies

Experienced in leading cross-functional collaboration and building strong relationships across teams

Strong writing, messaging, and verbal communication skills

Expertise with social media platforms, creator/influencer programs, traditional press, and community management ecosystems

Ability to translate complex development updates into clear, player-facing messaging

Passion for data-driven decision making; expertise in social listening, monitoring, and analytics tools

Highly organized, solution-oriented, and able to work calmly under pressure

Deep knowledge of Call of Duty, Infinity Ward, and the gaming industry strongly preferred

Bachelor's degree in communications, media studies, journalism, or equivalent experience

Preferred

Passion for gaming, lifestyle, and entertainment culture

Technical PC and networking knowledge a plus

Benefits

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

Company

Activision

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Activision develops, publishes and distributes interactive entertainment, and leisure products. It is a sub-organization of Activision Blizzard.

Founded in 1979

Santa Monica, California, USA

5001-10000 employees

https://www.activision.com/

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