Live Event Production Specialist

Nintendo • Redmond, WA

177d • $37 - $59 • Hybrid

About The Position

Nintendo of America Inc. is seeking a candidate to join the Product Development & Publishing department (Treehouse) to work closely with Live Event Production leadership. The role involves driving the execution of live event productions and partner programs in support of Nintendo's Competitive Play program. The position is based in Redmond, WA, and is hybrid, requiring some in-office presence.

Requirements

• Two plus years of related competitive play/live event experience.
• Good game play skills and the ability to identify needs for smooth execution of online and physical events.
• Ability to maintain positive business relationships.
• Able to work on complex, highly visible, and confidential projects.
• Strong knowledge of Nintendo and Pokémon IP, franchises, and games.
• Excellent organization skills with acute attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong PC skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, and MS Teams preferred).
• Ability to effectively communicate using multiple methods.
• Ability to work with highly confidential information.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Historical and current knowledge of the video game industry for home and mobile markets helpful.
• Passion for benefits of competitive gaming a plus.
• Undergraduate degree in Writing, Communications, Business, a related field, or equivalent education and experience.
• Valid passport may be required for international travel.

Responsibilities

• Drives daily tasks needed to ensure event execution in accordance with defined project workback schedules as directed by Live Event Production Leadership and project management processes.
• Creates project workback schedules and tracking sheets based on defined timelines and deliverables and tracks project status against the defined schedules.
• Communicates tasks, workback schedules and deliverables to internal teams and external partners via daily communication to maximize support for aligned tactics.
• Supports reviews, approvals, and distribution of assets, schedules, and social media and marketing calendars.
• Runs necessary communications and onsite event logistics for 50 event invitees.
• Evaluates IP-based materials and messaging to ensure alignment with strategic direction, and routes materials to approving internal NOA teams.
• Interfaces with relevant internal team leads to generate support for aligned strategic directions.
• Responsible for maintaining and tracking distribution of hardware and software inventory across events.
• Meets with external partners, supports review of partner tactics, and demonstrates strong ability to communicate key Competitive Play team priorities.
• Works with internal Communications and PR teams to gauge community sentiment and provide data and insights to help inform strategic decisions and direction.
• Contributes heavily to project development coordination and communication; performs some administrative duties.
• Heavily communicate reports, events, analyses, and input based on tactic progress to senior leaders on a regular basis.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Potential for a semi-annual discretionary performance bonus

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees