Electronic Arts is hiring: Head of Studio Operations in Bitch

Locations: Los Angeles - Del Rey, California, United States of AmericaRole ID: 208475Worker Type: Regular EmployeeStudio/Department: Flexible Work ArrangementHybridDescription & RequirementsElectronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.Battlefield is a storied franchise renowned for uncompromising combat gameplay for over two decades. 100 million players and 5 billion hours played later, the Battlefield team is looking to define the future of the first-person shooter. United under the banner of Battlefield Studios, 4 world-class teams across Criterion, DICE, Motive, and Ripple Effect – all powered by the Battlefield Central Technology (BCT) team – have come together to focus on the future of the franchise, a connected Battlefield universe filled with immersive experiences built on our unique DNA.At Ripple Effect, we are a studio where you can do the best work of your career. Above all, we're driven by quality - in the games we create, and in the studio we've built.Our values: We believe every day our work should be better than it was the day before. We iterate, innovate, and support our devs as they grow in their crafts and push one another toward mastery. We believe in operating with integrity, and creating a diverse team where everyone's ideas are heard.We're all-in on the future and our most ambitious Battlefield yet. Want to be part of something special? Read on.We are hiring Head of Studio Operations to join our team. We are considering on-site and hybrid working options within the Los Angeles area to apply.As the Head of Studio Operations, reporting to the Ripple Effect General Manager, you will be a critical leader to help drive Ripple Effect Studios. While driving Ripple Effect’s role in the franchise, you will also partner with the other Battlefield Studios and partners across Battlefield Central Tech, Frostbite, EADP, and more to execute on the Battlefield vision. While we will always think and behave “franchise first”, you will also drive the performance and efficiency of Ripple Effect - setting and monitoring targets for your studio and guiding activities that achieve the studios’ strategic goals as part of the holistic Battlefield vision. As the Ripple Effect Head of Operations, you will be a key contributor to the Studio leadership team. You will help build studio culture, creative leadership, operations, and communications – always in partnership and coordinated with the franchise overall.LeadershipYou will lead with a Battlefield “franchise first” mentality – serving the franchise and players above the studio, while still ensuring the Battlefield and Ripple Effect values are upheld.As the Ripple Effect Head of Operations, you will promote and champion the vision, mission, and strategic programs to have an impact on the Battlefield franchise.Ensure quality in our workplace through leading by example, mentor leaders, and embody the EA (ELECTRONIC ARTS) values.You will lead the Ripple Effect Studio leadership team charged with executing Ripple Effect’s role in the development of the franchise with a view across a 3-5 year time frame.You will hold the studio accountable – for quality, for delivery, transparency, holding a humble and critical eye always to areas of strengths and weaknesses.Be an open, transparent, and highly collaborative member with the Battlefield franchise leadership team, and partner Battlefield Studios and the project leadership team to review product resources and execution plans to ensure highest quality for players for the Battlefield franchise.Lead change management strategies for Studio programs whether through exec communication, town halls, reviews, workshops, or other inclusive methods.In partnership with Strategy, Commercial, and partner Battlefield Studios, you will be a student of the industry, competitors, trends, and best practices to bring these ideas to bear on Battlefield to create the best experiences for players.You will drive your teams and be a key leader in the franchise overall in inspiring and driving the teams to execute with excellence, at times helping them achieve what they did not think was possible.OperationsProvide oversight around game development processes, including the Studio’s role in the overall Battlefield title planning and Battlefield’s Game Development (GDR) processes. Proven understanding of the creative process from ideation to prototype to production.Lead process improvement forward through direct and dotted line reports, including transparent processes for quality product and bring new ways of thinking about operations.Participate in monthly Studio and/or Battlefield franchise operational/business reviews by presenting metrics and risks/mitigation for projects as it relates to Ripple Effect’s role(s) in the franchise.Project ManagementCreate long-term macro project plans and measurements to ensure studio success across all projects.Experience in a studio environment across multiple development projects, co-development and collaboration and coordination with multiple studios and partners.Measure progress and suggest top-level actions to address progress shortfalls.Present a knowledge of development methodologies and an understanding of when to use or adapt to each one.Manage studio budget, forecasting, and financial planning in collaboration with the General Manager (GM).Develop and maintain Business Unit KPIs to track project quality, financial status, and risks; oversee studio reporting and dashboards (Finance, Product, Talent, and Market).Lead workforce planning: manage studio structure, hiring, staffing ramps, and outsourcing/contractor management.Collaborate with People Experience (PE) to provide an integrated survey strategy for Glint TES, Manager, and Team Pulse surveys, ensuring results are actioned across Solid Studio and Dotted Matrix structure.COMPENSATION AND BENEFITSThe ranges listed below are what EA in good faith expects to pay applicants for this role in these locations at the time of this posting. If you reside in a different location, a recruiter will advise on the applicable range and benefits. Pay offered will be determined based on a number of relevant business and candidate factors (e.g. education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, or business needs).BASE SALARY RANGES: $255,800 - $351,400 USDIn the US, we offer a package of benefits including paid time off (3 weeks per year to start), 80 hours per year of sick time, 16 paid company holidays per year, 10 weeks paid time off to bond with baby, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and 401(k) to regular full-time employees. Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and equity.About Electronic ArtsWe’re proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. From leadership that brings out your potential, to creating space for learning and experimenting, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth.We take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.#J-18808-Ljbffr