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Digital Activation Specialist (Temp)

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Blizzard Entertainment is looking for an Associate Media Activation Specialist to join the Global Growth Marketing team and help activate impactful industry-leading digital campaigns. The specialist will collaborate with internal teams and external vendors, developing media plans promoting Blizzard’s various game content releases and ongoing customer acquisition.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about media and the digital ecosystem, self-motivated, a critical thinker, and a team player. If you have a passion for video games and enjoy a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply!

*Covid-19 Hiring Update: We’ve transitioned to 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. We understand each person’s circumstances may be unique and will work with you to explore possible interim options.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

Media Buying – 60%

• Collaborate with strategy and operations teams to determine potential media partnerships for assigned Activision Blizzard campaigns
• Assist with RFP process, keeping track of proposals and workflow
• Contribute to internal reviews of media proposals, compiling feedback and notes for vendors
• Work with vendors throughout activation phase of the campaign, including
  • Performing necessary ad operations duties (specs, pixeling, trafficking, etc)
  • Following internal QA processes, including generating screenshots, live links and placement information
  • Working cross-functionally with internal teams and agency partners to establish and maintain content calendars, assets, and creative for all direct campaigns
  • Monitoring campaign pacing and performance
  • Helping with financial tracking, helping ensure proper billing and payment

Partnerships – 30%

• Maintain strong partnerships with internal teams and international counterparts
• Collaborate with key media vendors on behalf of Activision Blizzard
• Participate in larger team projects on the future of media buying and activation

Learning & Development – 10%

• Monitor trends in performance and brand media; keep tabs on emerging platforms and advertising units

Requirements

• 1+ years of paid m edia experience campaigns
• Proficient at Excel and other MS Office products
• Good communication, presentation, project management, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to build positive working relationships, both internally and externally
• Proven track record in operating with a high level of energy, commitment, and enthusiasm to take on a challenging role
• Ability to handle multiple projects, requests, and priorities at the same time

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.

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