Activision
Communications Lead - Infinity Ward
Activision, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
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Communications Lead - Infinity Ward
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Activision . Infinity Ward, founded in 2002, is the original studio behind the
Call of Duty
franchise. The titles developed by Infinity Ward have won more than 200 "Game of the Year" awards and 100 "Editor\'s Choice" awards, among many other industry accolades. Infinity Ward is wholly owned by Activision. To learn more about our studio, please visit us at https://www.infinityward.com/. Your Mission As a Lead Communication Manager you will help to connect, engage, and grow our global community of players. In this role, you’ll build deeper relationships with our fans worldwide, lead the development and execution of studio communication strategies, and drive community-focused initiatives in partnership with studio, publishing, and franchise teams. You’ll operate at both a strategic and tactical level, influencing messaging across digital, social, community, influencer, and public relations channels. We’re looking for a trusted advisor who understands the game development process, brings deep industry experience, and has a proven record across communications, social media, analytics, community management, and influencer engagement. Adaptability, clear decision-making, and the ability to collaborate across teams are essential. If you are passionate about gaming, driven by player-first thinking, and thrive in fast-paced environments, we want to hear from you. 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. Qualifications
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. Experience 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. Extra Points
Passion for gaming, lifestyle, and entertainment culture. Technical PC and networking knowledge a plus. Our World
At Activision, we strive to create iconic brands in gaming and entertainment and deliver unrivaled experiences for players worldwide. We are home to Call of Duty, Crash Bandicoot, Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater, and Guitar Hero. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities upon request. Rewards and Benefits
We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being, subject to eligibility. Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, health accounts, life and disability insurance 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, parental leave, and other leave programs Mental health and wellbeing programs, fitness programs, and access to games In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $77,760.00 - $143,920.00 annually. Final offer determined by experience, performance, and location. Incentive compensation may apply and is not guaranteed. EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.
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Join to apply for the
Communications Lead - Infinity Ward
role at
Activision . Infinity Ward, founded in 2002, is the original studio behind the
Call of Duty
franchise. The titles developed by Infinity Ward have won more than 200 "Game of the Year" awards and 100 "Editor\'s Choice" awards, among many other industry accolades. Infinity Ward is wholly owned by Activision. To learn more about our studio, please visit us at https://www.infinityward.com/. Your Mission As a Lead Communication Manager you will help to connect, engage, and grow our global community of players. In this role, you’ll build deeper relationships with our fans worldwide, lead the development and execution of studio communication strategies, and drive community-focused initiatives in partnership with studio, publishing, and franchise teams. You’ll operate at both a strategic and tactical level, influencing messaging across digital, social, community, influencer, and public relations channels. We’re looking for a trusted advisor who understands the game development process, brings deep industry experience, and has a proven record across communications, social media, analytics, community management, and influencer engagement. Adaptability, clear decision-making, and the ability to collaborate across teams are essential. If you are passionate about gaming, driven by player-first thinking, and thrive in fast-paced environments, we want to hear from you. 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. Qualifications
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. Experience 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. Extra Points
Passion for gaming, lifestyle, and entertainment culture. Technical PC and networking knowledge a plus. Our World
At Activision, we strive to create iconic brands in gaming and entertainment and deliver unrivaled experiences for players worldwide. We are home to Call of Duty, Crash Bandicoot, Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater, and Guitar Hero. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities upon request. Rewards and Benefits
We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being, subject to eligibility. Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, health accounts, life and disability insurance 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, parental leave, and other leave programs Mental health and wellbeing programs, fitness programs, and access to games In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $77,760.00 - $143,920.00 annually. Final offer determined by experience, performance, and location. Incentive compensation may apply and is not guaranteed. EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.
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