Are you on a mission to be a part of creating games that bond players together into deeply invested communities? Would you like to work on something comedic with lighthearted and whimsical characters?
As a Studio Operations Manager (Contract) on teamLFG, you will be a project manager for initiatives in support of the Studio Operations Team and be responsible for supporting daily operations related to studio culture. Most importantly, you will work with a fun, dedicated, and passionate cross-discipline team devoted to turning a creative dream into a new franchise at PlayStation.
We are looking for candidates who value joining a mission-focused team with a diverse set of backgrounds, experiences, interests, and viewpoints.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Drive execution of projects that require cross-functional collaboration within the Studio Operations team
Assist in managing daily studio operations in coordination with the Studio Operations Sr. Manager (e.g., vendor management, contract management, etc.)
Own planning and execution of studio morale events, internal swag, and studio on-sites
Collaborate with the Studio Operations team to plan and execute internal onsite events
Assist with regular studio comms (team meetings, monthly studio ops updates, additional needed comms)
Maintain office space and be primary point of contact for facilities and physical security
REQUIREMENTS:
Strong project management skills: building project plans, tracking, and driving projects to on-time on-budget completion
Experience working as a part of a multi-discipline operations team (e.g., Facilities, Information Technology, Finance, Human Resources, Recruiting, and Legal)
Outstanding written and oral communication skills: ability to craft communications to individuals at all levels and disciplines, including studio-wide communication
Excellent interpersonal skills, demonstrating the ability to foster strong partnerships in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Strong conflict resolution and mediation skills, with a proven ability to navigate challenges, mitigate risks, and remove roadblocks to ensure project success
Demonstrated experience in rapidly learning new methods and processes and adapting them to critical business needs in a creative environment
Results driven mindset with strong critical thinking skills and ability to navigate ambiguity
Proficient in Project Management tools (e.g., JIRA or similar, etc.)
Ability to work in office 2-3 times a week
NICE TO HAVE
Experience working with creative teams
At SIE, working with our partners, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.
Please note that the individual base pay range may vary based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
In addition, this role is eligible for benefit offerings that include medical, dental, and vision. Click here to learn more.
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Skills Required
- Strong project management skills: build project plans, track progress, drive on-time on-budget completion
- Experience working on a multi-discipline operations team (Facilities, IT, Finance, HR, Recruiting, Legal)
- Outstanding written and oral communication skills for individuals at all levels, including studio-wide communications
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to foster partnerships in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
- Strong conflict resolution and mediation skills; ability to mitigate risks and remove roadblocks
- Ability to rapidly learn new methods and adapt processes to business needs in a creative environment
- Results-driven mindset with strong critical thinking and ability to navigate ambiguity
- Proficient in project management tools (e.g., JIRA)
- Ability to work in office 2-3 times per week
- Experience working with creative teams
What We Do
teamLFG is a Bellevue, WA-based game development studio and a member of PlayStation Studios. Driven by a mission to create games where players can find friendship, community, and belonging, the studio is currently developing an ambitious, team-based action game set in a lighthearted, science-fantasy universe. The team consists of industry veterans and newcomers working together to deliver highly polished, social multiplayer experiences.
