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Temporary Brand Project Manager
Ubisoft
San Francisco, CA, United States
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Company Description
Ubisoft is composed of over 12,000 talented people located in 28 countries across the globe. With around 85% of its staff devoted to game development, Ubisoft has the 2nd largest in-house creative team in the world.
The company’s 27 different creative studios work hand-in-hand each day to deliver rich and innovative gaming experiences that reflect the creativity and diversity of their teams. This cross-studio collaboration model means every team member has the opportunity to participate in challenging projects based on iconic brands including Assassin's Creed®, Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon®, Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell®, Rabbids®, Rayman®, Watch Dogs®, Far Cry®, The Crew®, Just Dance® and more.
With an expansive global distribution network, Ubisoft is also a company that stays in close contact with its local fans.
Job Description
The Temporary Brand Project Manager should be highly motivated and extremely well-organized. This person’s primary job is to manage the brand and cross functional projects and timelines for a title/titles, including retail marketing, digital marketing, public relations, events, media, and TV/trailer production projects from initiation through final delivery. The Project Manager will be part of the brand team and will report on brand-specific operations to the Brand Manager/Director and functionally to the Sr. Brand Project Manager. He or she will collaborate closely and communicate with both internal and external contacts, working on projects of various scope.
Responsibilities:
• Proactively manage and own the flow of projects from initial concept to release by setting up project kickoffs, gathering information and assets as required, and obtaining required approvals as notified from time to time by UBISOFT.
• Ensure that projects are completed on strategy within the predetermined budget and on-schedule.
• Closely monitor and maintain daily status reports of projects and budgets; attend weekly brand team meetings at UBISOFT offices to facilitate creative reviews and update group on project status.
• Organize cross-functional activities and oversee distribution/collection of key information to UBISOFT teams including but not limited to creative, digital, promotions/partnerships, retail, PR and media.
• Collaborate with retail marketing, digital marketing, creative services and other UBISOFT departments and external partners as required, to develop packaging, audio/visual assets such as trailers, TV ads, print, and online materials.
• Serve as the main point of contact with UBISOFT’s internal creative services department and external agencies to coordinate schedules, budgets, and delivery of assets based on project specs.
• Help in the planning of trade and consumer shows and lead development of materials including promotional items, signage, etc.
• Work with UBISOFT’s legal, first party, and copy editing teams to arrange review and approval of all consumer facing assets.
• Ensure Canada and LATAM territories are up-to-date on latest asset delivery schedules and upcoming brand activities.
• Assist in the creation of PowerPoint presentations as needed.
Qualifications
• 3-5 years in a project management/marketing communications role in an advertising agency, design firm, in-house design department, or related marketing environment. Experience in trailer, TV or video production is a plus
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to persevere and find order in a fast paced environment with constantly changing variables.
• Strong, self-confident leader who motivates and builds trust with others both internally and externally
• General knowledge of production and creative terminology as it relates to print, tv, online, etc.
• Proficiency in MS Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Entertainment experience (gaming, movies, tv, etc.) and/or agency experience is a plus.
• Working knowledge of creative software (Photoshop, Illustrator) is a plus.
• Experience with JIRA, Confluence, and project management software is a plus.
• Special consideration will be given to PMP or CSM trained candidates.
Attributes:
• Highly organized
• Positive attitude
• Self-assured
• Energetic
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Adaptability to changing priorities and deadlines
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment
Additional Information
Ubisoft is committed to creating an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our player community. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability status.