2K is Hiring for a wide variety of positions across several of their studios

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According to this tweet:

https://twitter.com/2K/status/1095731175870492672

We are hiring for a wide variety of positions across several of our studios. Those affected by recent layoffs or looking to make a career change are encouraged to apply. https://www.2k.com/jobs 

NEW OPEN JOBS:

BRAND MANAGER

BRAND MANAGER Who We Are: In the past 10 years, 2K has established a rich heritage for publishing some of the biggest franchises in gaming. This includes blockbuster titles such as NBA 2K, Borderlands, Bioshock, WWE 2K, Civilization, XCOM, and more. During that time, we’ve been fortunate enough to build a passionate and driven fan base who are eager to engage with our brands on a deeper level. The Brand Marketing Team is comprised of experienced, award-winning marketing and brand professionals working together and across the company to create innovative campaigns for 2K’s latest games. What We Need: We are looking for a creative marketer with a strong foundational understanding of player acquisition and retention to develop and manage the global strategy for Sid Meier’s Civilization. Under direction of the Director, Marketing, the Brand Manager will use consumer and business analytics to help define and execute the global strategic vision, driving the creative development across all marketing communications including key art, packaging, advertising creative and media, trailers, social media, events, web, and retail working with our internal teams, external agencies, and development partners. You’ll work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to develop and implement innovative, strategic global marketing plans based on key consumer insights that will inform local territory go-to-market plans. What You Will Do: Be the global ambassador of the brands, creating and presenting plans to senior management and the international marketing and sales teams Help develop and execute the global brand strategy and guidelines for assigned products, and coordinate with game development teams and partners for sign-off on product vision, strategy and business goals from concept throughout the entire lifecycle of the product Work with the analytics team to identify game and player trends to drive business recommendations Identify and advocate initiatives that will improve player acquisition and retention Drive CRM and promotional efforts in partnership with the digital sales and marketing teams Consult with product development teams to ensure products meet relevant positioning, are feature competitive and relevant supporting assets are produced and delivered according to schedule Manage creative asset development, including, but not limited to: key art, packaging, advertising creative (TV, outdoor, digital,) video, social media, sales support and point-of-purchase materials, promotional merchandise and events/activations) from brief to final delivery with agencies and in-house creative departments, and ensure campaign messaging aligns with the overall brand strategy Maintain deliverable dates and be accountable for timely delivery of global marketing materials Lead collaborative cross-functional team meetings to ensure the communications strategy/execution, and international go-to-market plans are aligned with the global brand objectives Coordinate with the Partnerships & Licensing team to identify and establish strategic co-marketing programs Maximize retail marketing effectiveness in conjunction with Channel Marketing Team while providing support to Take-Two sales force Drive global initiatives to gain consumer insights, test positioning, messaging, and creative and analyze consumer research and business data to intelligently guide marketing strategies and investments Manage title marketing budgets; authorize, manage and track expenditures Who We Think Will Be A Great Fit: If you’re a positive, motivated, creative, and collaborative marketer looking for your next challenge, you might be the right fit for 2K’s team of award-winning brand marketers. You’ll love bringing consumer insights to life with innovative campaigns that will delight our core fans and engage prospective new audiences alike. You’ll enjoy working across all the marketing disciplines and development teams, and orchestrating execution excellence. You’ll embrace managing multiple, simultaneous tasks/projects with an eye for detail and an alertness for deadlines. Bachelor’s degree in marketing or related field required. MBA preferred. Minimum of 3 years consumer product marketing experience with demonstrated track record of planning & executing creative marketing programs on a global level, preferably digital-focused In-depth knowledge of the PC Video Game market, preferably with a passion for PC strategy games including, but not limited to Sid Meier’s Civilization and XCOM Understanding of games-as-a-service, virtual goods and emerging technologies and trends A strong foundational understanding of both consumer research and business analytics Preferred experience with online user acquisition or retention marketing, with a focus on data analysis, campaign optimization, and reporting Excellent analytical, verbal and written communication/presentation skills, and a proven ability to work collaboratively across a number of internal, external and international teams High degree of comfort managing multiple projects Results-oriented, self-motivated, extremely organized and detail-oriented Moderate travel required (industry events, developer visits, sales support / satellite office meetings.)   #LI-2K      

COMMUNITY MANAGER

COMMUNITY MANAGER Are you an outgoing communications professional and experienced community manager looking to leave your mark on some of the most popular video game franchises on the planet? As a Community Manager, you are at the forefront of conversations consumers are having with 2K’s biggest brands. As the lead ambassador of our games to the community at large, you’ll act as the internal voice of the consumer to the global marketing and product development teams, influencing how we ultimately promote and develop key features and game experiences for our fans. Having your finger on the pulse of the community, you will have the opportunity to craft and execute community marketing plans for our top franchises that are designed to foster, grow and spotlight the deep passion and loyalty our fans have for our brands. As a member of a fast-paced Global Marketing Team, you will have opportunities to advance your career as a thought leader, while having a meaningful impact on the games 2K publishes each year. You’ll have a bachelor’s degree in communications, English or a related field, and have at least three years of community management, or social media communications experience with a major consumer products brand. Lastly, as someone who is self-motivated and joining a global team of avid gamers, and representing a community of avid gamers, you’ll have a voracious appetite for reading about, talking about and playing video games of all kinds. Sound interesting? Read on to find out who we are as a company, what we need from a Community Manager, and who we think will be a great fit for our team. Who We Are: 2K publishes some of the most popular video game franchises on the planet including Borderlands, BioShock, NBA 2K, WWE 2K, Evolve, XCOM, and Sid Meier’s Civilization. The Global Marketing Team is comprised of experienced brand, marketing, public relations and social communications professionals, community managers, influencer marketing managers, copywriters, and artists working together to create memorable promotional campaigns for 2K’s latest games, and to provide support to the large communities of players that enjoy them. What We Need: 2K is looking for an experienced community manager – someone that has worked on high-profile consumer product marketing campaigns and has the knowhow to make an impact on two of 2K’s biggest franchises. As an individual contributor within a multidisciplinary team, you will create and execute community marketing strategies for two of 2K’s top franchises, managing their growing player communities. You’ll develop and maintain relationships with key community advocates and influencers, grow the franchise followings, and engage with video game consumers both in-person and online. What You Will Do: In close collaboration with Product Development, Brand, PR, Social and Influencer marketing leads, create and execute community marketing strategies for two of 2K’s most beloved franchises Foster, grow and manage our community outreach, developing the ground floor relationships with our customers to create fans for life Cultivate and maintain relationships within the player communities both in-person and online Partner with 2K’s Digital Marketing and Social Media strategists to maximize social media reach and influence with our community members Track and report consumer sentiment across company social media channels and use data to inform recommendations for ongoing community outreach initiatives, messaging and promotions to both existing and potential new customers Work with a team of writers, artists, and video producers to create content that engages fans and potential new customers Be the voice of the consumer internally to both the Marketing and Product Development teams, ensuring consumer sentiment, desires and needs are understood and met through ongoing promotional support and the development of our products   Who We Think Will Be A Great Fit: If you’re an outgoing, self-motivated, and experienced communications professional, you might be the right fit as a Community Manager for 2K’s multidisciplinary team of Global Marketing professionals. You’ll have interest in and experience being a key contributor to product marketing campaigns and will thrive on working autonomously on your portion of the broader company plan. Ideally you will write well, present well, and have demonstrable client-service experience. Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, English, or a related field Minimum of three years of community management experience, preferably for a major consumer products brand Have created and executed community-focused marketing campaigns specifically designed to foster, grow and promote the loyalty and passion of your project’s community Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a portfolio of published professional work; ideally in a variety of mediums including long-form and social media Experience and practical knowledge of all major social media platforms and supporting applications A self-starter with proven ability to work both in a team setting, as well as independently to drive campaign efforts as needed Solid understanding of video games and the video game landscape; Preferably with a knowledge of 2K’s franchises If becoming a thought leader within a top publisher and making your mark on some of the best video games in the industry interests you, please apply! #LI-2K  

FACILITIES MANAGER

FACILITIES MANAGER Summary: The Facilities Manager is a multi-faceted role and a vital part of the 2K Vegas team. The ideal Manager must be organized, have a strong sense of prioritization, and ability to multi-task. This position requires you to be the point of contact for facilities operations, vendor relations, and events. Manage administrative support services and the ongoing maintenance of all company equipment, buildings, facilities & property including; construction projects, renovations and repairs, moves, inventory and related services as needed to maintain the physical work environment. Clear communication and attention to detail are key in this role as liaison between 2K, management, vendors and other 2K Vegas offices around the world. Job Responsibilities: Manage administrative staff: hire, train, and evaluate performance, while motivating staff to achieve high levels of productivity and service with attention to containing expenses Responsible for all department billing/management issues Liaison between 2K facilities, finance, building management and utilities Create and process vendor invoices Communicate with janitorial and other vendor services Supervise all in/outbound shipping and mailing Proactively maintain and update all general office space Lead office organizing and space planning efforts with management Responsible for all studio maintenance Furniture/desks/office supplies and equipment Source vendors, place orders, manage deliveries Maintain inventory of general office and kitchen supplies Assist with general cleaning outside of regular janitorial visits Responsible for studio upgrades and tenant improvements Liaison with 2K facilities, IT, and building owner for all upgrades or tenant improvements Interprets and applies blueprints, specifications, and technical manuals Responsible for general support of events Hosting meetings, arranging events and onsite gatherings for staff and visitors Manage company events: annual picnic, annual holiday party, employee appreciation, etc. Manage and negotiate leases for multiple studios in various locations nationally and internationally Supervises maintenance of property including but not limited to offices, test areas, public areas, and equipment through development and implementation of a preventive maintenance program Assess current work procedures and standards to improve efficiency and effectiveness of operations-establish new processes as needed Act as spokesperson to building management to address concerns, manage relationships, and ensure problems are resolved quickly Lead, implement, and manage construction, renovation, and repair projects; conduct facilities/space needs analyses, consult with vendors/architects to plan project timelines, write communications to managers and staff to prepare them for office moves, and manage related budgets Select, negotiate contracts for and/or purchase office furniture, decorations, shipping etc. Periodically evaluate the quality and timeliness of products and services purchased and recommend or make changes as appropriate Interfaces with appropriate staff/managers to receive information regarding facilities’ needs; ensures timely response to requests Develops, leads, and manages safety program for 2K Vegas, ensuring all fire and safety inspections are completed and any discrepancies corrected. Ensures property complies with all safety and sanitation policies, building codes, procedures, and regulations Supervises workers engaged in moving furniture and equipment, preparing facilities for occupancy, maintenance, and repair of equipment, buildings, and property Fosters a cooperative and harmonious working climate conducive to maximizing employee morale and productivity Manages office security system Prepares reports and correspondence as needed.   Qualifications (Required): High School Diploma or equivalent 6+ years of experience in a facilities management role with an organization of at least 200+ employees and multiple locations Managing a staff of 1-3 employees Outstanding organizational, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills Excellent time management, project management, and problem solving skills Strong knowledge of MS Office and/or other meaningful project management resources Extensive experience building and maintaining relationships with management, vendors and other external resources Commitment to excellence and high standards Motivated, results-oriented self-starter with acute attention to detail Ability to problem solve, deal with ambiguity successfully and accept change in a fast-paced studio Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions Physical Requirements include; ability to lift up to 40 lbs. unassisted or assisted occasionally, stand, sit and walk for prolonged periods of time, climb, crouch, reach, bend at the waist and walk between our three separate floors to offices A valid driver’s license is necessary   Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline. Certified Facility Manager (CFM) or Facility Management Professional (FMP) Previous facilities management experience in a gaming environment Experience using/managing Workday, Brivo, Basware and Concur  

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2K MAKES EXCEPTIONAL GAMES.

Do you remember the first time you set foot on Pandora? When was the last time you dunked HARD on your friends just to watch them rage-quit? What does the phrase, “Would you kindly” mean to you?

BioShock, Borderlands, Battleborn, Civilization, Mafia, NBA 2K, WWE 2K, XCOM… and the list is growing. Since 2K began 13 years ago, we’ve been creating games that we are proud of, and are excited to play ourselves. It’s because of the support of our fans that we are able to innovate, explore new worlds and new ways to tell stories. If we’re being 100 percent honest, a lot of us were fans before we started working here.

Some of you have been playing games with us for 13 years – and we’re not stopping anytime soon. Why not come to 2K, where you can work on some of the best IP in the world?

WHAT IT'S LIKE TO WORK HERE.

We constantly push ourselves creatively to do the best work of our careers. We want to work with like-minded game devs, artists, engineers, producers, marketing and communications professionals. We’re talking about people who can get the job done, minus the typical corporate BS and red tape. It’s a blend of the company’s NYC roots with a Northern California vibe. We’re direct, open and you’ll probably meet some new best friends – along with their dogs – sitting nearby.

In short, it’s kinda awesome.

WHERE OUR STUDIO IS LOCATED.

We are 30 minutes' drive north of San Francisco & just 30 minutes south of wine country.

2K’s headquarters - situated in two converted airplane hangars at what was once Hamilton Air Force Base – is an open environment in sunny Northern California. We’re a short drive from downtown Novato and San Rafael with restaurants, food trucks, farmers markets and great public schools. Walk out the door and explore Marin’s famous hiking and mountain biking trails as well as the gorgeous coastline.

Your weekend plans are set when you get here. You’re welcome.

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