Senior Manager - Talent & Influencer
Who We Are 2K is headquartered in Novato, California and is a wholly owned label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO). Founded in 2005, 2K Games is a global video game company, publishing titles developed by some of the most influential game development studios in the world. Our studios responsible for developing 2K’s portfolio of world-class games across multiple platforms include Visual Concepts, Firaxis, Hangar 13, CatDaddy, Cloud Chamber, 31st Union, and HB Studios. Our portfolio of titles is expanding due to our global strategic plan, building and acquiring exciting studios whose content continues to inspire all of us! 2K publishes titles in today’s most popular gaming genres, including sports, shooters, action, role-playing, strategy, casual, and family entertainment. Our team of engineers, marketers, artists, writers, data scientists, producers, thinkers, and doers are the professional publishing stewards of our growing library of critically-acclaimed franchises such as NBA 2K, 2K PGA, Battleborn, BioShock, Borderlands, The Quarry, The Darkness, Mafia, Sid Meier’s Civilization, Marvel’s Midnight Suns, WWE 2K, and XCOM. At 2K, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment, which means encouraging our teams to Come as You Are and do your best work! We encourage ALL applicants to explore our global positions, even if they don’t meet every requirement for the role. If you're interested in the job and think you have what it takes to work at 2K, we encourage you to apply! What We Need The Influencer Team is the cultural driver of the 2K brand and closely aligns its titles with the tentpole moments across sports, music, Creator Economy, and fashion. We are looking for team members with a strong pulse and proficiency in what’s happening across the Creator Economy and culture who can uncover outstanding and authentic ways for the 2K brand to show up during the appropriate moments. The Senior Manager, Influencer & Talent will play an integral role in developing the influencer strategy for 2K Sports titles, handling and developing creator relationships, agency relationships, collaborating with cross-functional teams, onboarding talent onto 2K campaigns, and integrating the 2K brand/game titles into creator initiatives that drive fan interest and growth. What You’ll Do Take lead on influencer strategy for select 2K titles Key point of contact for agency relationships Develop and lead a team of Influencer/Talent Managers Driver of relationship development and communication with our current and new creators Build positive relationships with creator management teams Develop/refine internal project management process alongside the Director A key member of the team that shares creator feedback to help refine marketing campaigns Share creator tentpoles and activations with the greater team that are an ideal fit for the 2K brand/game titles Guide on tentpole moments that creators are driving and how the 2K brand can potentially integrate where it makes sense Ensure partnerships are not only beneficial for the 2K brand but creator as well Assist in the development of 2K-owned content development by pitching appropriate talent where needed What Will Make You A Phenomenal Fit 7-9 years of handling/leading creator relationships and campaigns 2 years experience developing and leading team members Experience vetting and onboarding agencies Experience working with global agencies (specifically EMEA territories) Multi-language speaking is a plus Experience driving influencer strategy for brands Background of developing Project Management processes Self-starter, Strategic Problem solver, and Teammate (great working cross-functionally) Deep knowledge AND relationships within the Creator Economy Entertainment/Gaming validated experience Authority in understanding what’s happening around culture (music, sports, and fashion) As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to ensuring that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform their essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us if you need reasonable accommodation. Please note that 2K Games and its studios never use instant messaging apps or personal email accounts to contact prospective employees or conduct interviews, and when emailing, only use 2K.com accounts. #LI-Hybrid #LI-KW1
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Who We Are 2K is headquartered in Novato, California and is a wholly owned label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO). Founded in 2005, 2K Games is a global video game company, publishing titles developed by some of the most influential game development studios in the world. Our studios responsible for developing 2K’s portfolio of world-class games across multiple platforms include Visual Concepts, Firaxis, Hangar 13, CatDaddy, Cloud Chamber, 31st Union, and HB Studios. Our portfolio of titles is expanding due to our global strategic plan, building and acquiring exciting studios whose content continues to inspire all of us! 2K publishes titles in today’s most popular gaming genres, including sports, shooters, action, role-playing, strategy, casual, and family entertainment. Our team of engineers, marketers, artists, writers, data scientists, producers, thinkers, and doers are the professional publishing stewards of our growing library of critically-acclaimed franchises such as NBA 2K, 2K PGA, Battleborn, BioShock, Borderlands, The Quarry, The Darkness, Mafia, Sid Meier’s Civilization, Marvel’s Midnight Suns, WWE 2K, and XCOM. At 2K, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment, which means encouraging our teams to Come as You Are and do your best work! We encourage ALL applicants to explore our global positions, even if they don’t meet every requirement for the role. If you're interested in the job and think you have what it takes to work at 2K, we encourage you to apply! What We Need The Influencer Team is the cultural driver of the 2K brand and closely aligns its titles with the tentpole moments across sports, music, Creator Economy, and fashion. We are looking for team members with a strong pulse and proficiency in what’s happening across the Creator Economy and culture who can uncover outstanding and authentic ways for the 2K brand to show up during the appropriate moments. The Senior Manager, Influencer & Talent will play an integral role in developing the influencer strategy for 2K Sports titles, handling and developing creator relationships, agency relationships, collaborating with cross-functional teams, onboarding talent onto 2K campaigns, and integrating the 2K brand/game titles into creator initiatives that drive fan interest and growth. What You’ll Do Take lead on influencer strategy for select 2K titles Key point of contact for agency relationships Develop and lead a team of Influencer/Talent Managers Driver of relationship development and communication with our current and new creators Build positive relationships with creator management teams Develop/refine internal project management process alongside the Director A key member of the team that shares creator feedback to help refine marketing campaigns Share creator tentpoles and activations with the greater team that are an ideal fit for the 2K brand/game titles Guide on tentpole moments that creators are driving and how the 2K brand can potentially integrate where it makes sense Ensure partnerships are not only beneficial for the 2K brand but creator as well Assist in the development of 2K-owned content development by pitching appropriate talent where needed What Will Make You A Phenomenal Fit 7-9 years of handling/leading creator relationships and campaigns 2 years experience developing and leading team members Experience vetting and onboarding agencies Experience working with global agencies (specifically EMEA territories) Multi-language speaking is a plus Experience driving influencer strategy for brands Background of developing Project Management processes Self-starter, Strategic Problem solver, and Teammate (great working cross-functionally) Deep knowledge AND relationships within the Creator Economy Entertainment/Gaming validated experience Authority in understanding what’s happening around culture (music, sports, and fashion) As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to ensuring that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform their essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us if you need reasonable accommodation. Please note that 2K Games and its studios never use instant messaging apps or personal email accounts to contact prospective employees or conduct interviews, and when emailing, only use 2K.com accounts. #LI-Hybrid #LI-KW1
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