Raw description: "Live Event Production Specialist (2500000094)\n\nNintendo of America Inc.\n\nAbout Nintendo of America: From the launch of the Nintendo Entertainment System™ more than 30 years ago, Nintendo’s mission has been to create smiles through unique entertainment experiences. Here at Nintendo of America Inc., we deliver on this mission by partnering closely with Nintendo Co., Ltd., to bring Nintendo’s iconic and cherished franchises including Mario™, Donkey Kong™, The Legend of Zelda™, Metroid™, Animal Crossing™, Pikmin™ and Splatoon™ across the Americas through our video games, hardware systems, and collaborations with partners on a range of other entertainment initiatives like feature films and theme parks. Based in Redmond, Wash., Nintendo of America serves as headquarters for Nintendo’s operations in the Americas.\n\nWe are an equal opportunity employer offering a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our products, and the diverse consumers and communities we call home. For more information about Nintendo, please visit the company’s website at <https://www.nintendo.com/>.\n\nTeam Summary: Within NOA’s Product Development & Publishing department (also known as Treehouse), this position works in partnership with Live Event Production leadership to drive execution of live event productions and partner programs, following globally and regionally aligned tactics in support of Nintendo’s Competitive Play program.\n\nDESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:\n\n· Drives daily tasks needed to ensure event execution in accordance with defined project workback schedules.\n\n· Creates project workback schedules and tracking sheets based on defined timelines and deliverables.\n\n· Communicates tasks, workback schedules and deliverables to internal teams and external partners.\n\n· Supports reviews, approvals, and distribution of assets, schedules, and social media and marketing calendars.\n\n· Runs necessary communications and onsite event logistics for 50+ event invitees.\n\n· Evaluates IP-based materials and messaging to ensure alignment with strategic direction.\n\n· Interfaces with relevant internal team leads to generate support for aligned strategic directions.\n\n· Responsible for maintaining and tracking distribution of hardware and software inventory across events.\n\n· Works with internal Communications and PR teams to gauge community sentiment and provide data and insights to help inform strategic decisions.\n\nSUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTS:\n\n· Two plus years of related competitive play/live event experience.\n\n· Strong knowledge of Nintendo and Pokémon IP, franchises, and games.\n\n· Excellent organization skills with acute attention to detail and accuracy.\n\n· Ability to work independently with limited supervision.\n\n· Valid passport may be required for international travel.\n\n**Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be considered. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.**\n\nThis position is HYBRID in Redmond, WA, and not open to remote status at this time.\n\nThis position includes a base pay range of $37.26 - $59.62 per hour, potential for a semi-annual discretionary performance bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.\n"
Live Event Production Specialist (2500000094)
Nintendo of America Inc.
About Nintendo of America: From the launch of the Nintendo Entertainment System™ more than 30 years ago, Nintendo’s mission has been to create smiles through unique entertainment experiences. Here at Nintendo of America Inc., we deliver on this mission by partnering closely with Nintendo Co., Ltd., to bring Nintendo’s iconic and cherished franchises including Mario™, Donkey Kong™, The Legend of Zelda™, Metroid™, Animal Crossing™, Pikmin™ and Splatoon™ across the Americas through our video games, hardware systems, and collaborations with partners on a range of other entertainment initiatives like feature films and theme parks. Based in Redmond, Wash., Nintendo of America serves as headquarters for Nintendo’s operations in the Americas.
We are an equal opportunity employer offering a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our products, and the diverse consumers and communities we call home. For more information about Nintendo, please visit the company’s website at https://www.nintendo.com/.
Team Summary: Within NOA’s Product Development & Publishing department (also known as Treehouse), this position works in partnership with Live Event Production leadership to drive execution of live event productions and partner programs, following globally and regionally aligned tactics in support of Nintendo’s Competitive Play program.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
· Drives daily tasks needed to ensure event execution in accordance with defined project workback schedules.
· Creates project workback schedules and tracking sheets based on defined timelines and deliverables.
· Communicates tasks, workback schedules and deliverables to internal teams and external partners.
· 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.
· 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.
· Works with internal Communications and PR teams to gauge community sentiment and provide data and insights to help inform strategic decisions.
SUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTS:
· Two plus years of related competitive play/live event experience.
· Strong knowledge of Nintendo and Pokémon IP, franchises, and games.
· Excellent organization skills with acute attention to detail and accuracy.
· Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
· Valid passport may be required for international travel.
Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be considered. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
This position is HYBRID in Redmond, WA, and not open to remote status at this time.
This position includes a base pay range of $37.26 - $59.62 per hour, potential for a semi-annual discretionary performance bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.