Activision
Event Operations Lead, BlizzCon - Temp
Activision, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Job Title:
Event Operations Lead, BlizzCon - Temp
Job ID:
R026167
We are seeking a seasoned operations and execution leader to drive the planning, coordination, and delivery of BlizzCon 2026, in close collaboration with our in‑house planning team. This temporary role will be responsible for orchestrating key aspects of the event lifecycle, from roadmap development and content planning to executive presentations and onsite execution.
This is a high-impact, high-visibility role requiring strategic thinking, operational rigor, and exceptional communication skills. You will serve as the connective tissue across cross‑functional teams, ensuring alignment, accountability, and momentum toward a successful BlizzCon 2026.
This role is anticipated to be a hybrid work position, with some work on‑site and some work‑from‑home. The potential home studio is Irvine, CA, but we will work with you to explore other remote arrangements.
This is roughly a 12‑month temporary position.
Program & Roadmap Management
Refine and maintain the master program roadmap for BlizzCon 2026, including key milestones, dependencies, and deliverables.
Track progress across workstreams and proactively identify risks, blockers, and mitigation strategies.
Ensure alignment with leadership priorities and strategic goals.
Content & Experience Planning
Partner with events, development, community, franchise, comms, marketing, and production teams to align on the content strategy and ensure smooth delivery of the attendee experience.
Drive clarity on session formats, keynote planning, panel coordination, and interactive experiences.
Ensure timelines are met and integrated into the broader event schedule.
Executive Engagement & Decision‑Making
Prepare and present regular updates to senior leadership.
Facilitate decision‑making forums, elevate unresolved issues, and drive accountability across stakeholders.
Own the creation of executive‑level materials including dashboards, status reports, and decision memos.
Budget & Vendor Oversight
Collaborate with finance and procurement to track spend and secure approvals.
Coordinate with external vendors and partners to ensure timely delivery of services and assets.
Monitor contracts, SOWs, and vendor performance.
Cross‑Functional Coordination
Serve as a central point of contact across internal teams including development, events, community, comms, franchise, marketing, legal, security, and IT.
Lead ongoing program syncs and working sessions to ensure alignment and momentum.
Foster a culture of collaboration, transparency, and urgency.
Onsite Execution & Postmortem
Oversee onsite operations during BlizzCon 2026, ensuring smooth execution and rapid issue resolution.
Lead post‑event debriefs and retrospectives to capture learnings and inform future planning.
Establish playbooks, best practices, and scalable models to improve operations for future events.
Minimum Requirements
12+ years of experience in program management, event operations, or strategic execution roles.
Proven track record of leading large‑scale, cross‑functional initiatives with complex stakeholder landscapes.
Exceptional communication and presentation skills, including experience with executive audiences.
Strong organizational and problem‑solving abilities; thrives in ambiguity and fast‑paced environments.
Experience in gaming, entertainment, or fan‑facing events is a strong plus.
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.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com.
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Event Operations Lead, BlizzCon - Temp
Job ID:
R026167
We are seeking a seasoned operations and execution leader to drive the planning, coordination, and delivery of BlizzCon 2026, in close collaboration with our in‑house planning team. This temporary role will be responsible for orchestrating key aspects of the event lifecycle, from roadmap development and content planning to executive presentations and onsite execution.
This is a high-impact, high-visibility role requiring strategic thinking, operational rigor, and exceptional communication skills. You will serve as the connective tissue across cross‑functional teams, ensuring alignment, accountability, and momentum toward a successful BlizzCon 2026.
This role is anticipated to be a hybrid work position, with some work on‑site and some work‑from‑home. The potential home studio is Irvine, CA, but we will work with you to explore other remote arrangements.
This is roughly a 12‑month temporary position.
Program & Roadmap Management
Refine and maintain the master program roadmap for BlizzCon 2026, including key milestones, dependencies, and deliverables.
Track progress across workstreams and proactively identify risks, blockers, and mitigation strategies.
Ensure alignment with leadership priorities and strategic goals.
Content & Experience Planning
Partner with events, development, community, franchise, comms, marketing, and production teams to align on the content strategy and ensure smooth delivery of the attendee experience.
Drive clarity on session formats, keynote planning, panel coordination, and interactive experiences.
Ensure timelines are met and integrated into the broader event schedule.
Executive Engagement & Decision‑Making
Prepare and present regular updates to senior leadership.
Facilitate decision‑making forums, elevate unresolved issues, and drive accountability across stakeholders.
Own the creation of executive‑level materials including dashboards, status reports, and decision memos.
Budget & Vendor Oversight
Collaborate with finance and procurement to track spend and secure approvals.
Coordinate with external vendors and partners to ensure timely delivery of services and assets.
Monitor contracts, SOWs, and vendor performance.
Cross‑Functional Coordination
Serve as a central point of contact across internal teams including development, events, community, comms, franchise, marketing, legal, security, and IT.
Lead ongoing program syncs and working sessions to ensure alignment and momentum.
Foster a culture of collaboration, transparency, and urgency.
Onsite Execution & Postmortem
Oversee onsite operations during BlizzCon 2026, ensuring smooth execution and rapid issue resolution.
Lead post‑event debriefs and retrospectives to capture learnings and inform future planning.
Establish playbooks, best practices, and scalable models to improve operations for future events.
Minimum Requirements
12+ years of experience in program management, event operations, or strategic execution roles.
Proven track record of leading large‑scale, cross‑functional initiatives with complex stakeholder landscapes.
Exceptional communication and presentation skills, including experience with executive audiences.
Strong organizational and problem‑solving abilities; thrives in ambiguity and fast‑paced environments.
Experience in gaming, entertainment, or fan‑facing events is a strong plus.
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.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com.
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