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Team Name:
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Job Title:
Associate Influencer Relationships Manager (Contract) | Diablo IV | Irvine, CA
Requisition ID:
R027295
Job Description:
We Need You
The minions of Hell are growing stronger...
Join us as we write the next chapter in the Diablo universe! Diablo IV is the next-gen action RPG experience with endless evil to slaughter, countless abilities to master, nightmarish Dungeons, and legendary loot. Come work with us, and together, we'll create something amazing. Our team of passionate developers is growing.
We are seeking an Associate Influencer Relationships Manager to lead outreach and engagement with content creators for the Diablo franchise. As a key member of the Influencer Management team, this role serves as a primary point of contact for creators across platforms, including YouTube, Twitch, podcasts, fansites, cosplay, and more, building authentic, mutually beneficial partnerships between Blizzard and the creator community.
The ideal candidate is friendly, credible, and highly collaborative, with a strong understanding of the creator landscape (including mobile gaming). They can communicate confidently with influencers and internal stakeholders alike, advocate for creator needs, and operate effectively in a fast-paced, highly visible environment.
This role focuses on developing and executing influencer strategies for Diablo mobile titles, with flexibility to support additional platforms. The manager will partner closely with global and regional communications, publishing, PR, community, marketing, and development teams to drive impactful creator programs from planning through execution and reporting.
NOTE: This is a temporary position through October 31, 2026 (~6 months). This role offers a flexible hybrid work week from our Irvine, CA studio location, with a mix of remote and on-site days. While hybrid is the standard arrangement, you're also welcome to work on-site full-time if you prefer.
Responsibilities

• Build, manage, and grow long-term relationships with content creators and influencers across platforms, including YouTube, Twitch, Instagram, and TikTok.

• Develop and execute influencer strategies and campaigns for Diablo, with an emphasis on mobile titles, spanning pre-launch, launch, and live-service phases.

• Partner cross-functionally with global and regional teams (PR, Community, Publishing, Marketing, and Development) to scale initiatives across markets.

• Track campaign performance, creator engagement, and sentiment; deliver actionable insights and reporting to internal stakeholders and leadership.

• Conduct social listening to monitor trends, key discussion topics, and emerging opportunities in the creator ecosystem.

• Facilitate creator-developer interactions, including feedback sharing, bug escalation, and issue triage.

• Manage partner-driven currency and reward programs, including distribution, tracking, and creator communication.

• Support brand positioning, content planning, and strategic discussions related to influencer and creator marketing.

• Build and manage Blizzard participation in creator-focused events, both virtual and in-person.

• Maintain deep awareness of platform, market, and creator trends, particularly within mobile gaming.

• Travel domestically and internationally as required.

Minimum Requirements

• 2+ years of professional experience in influencer partnerships, community management, gaming partnerships, or a related field

• Strong understanding of the influencer and content creator ecosystem

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with creators and internal stakeholders

• Ability to present plans, insights, or results clearly and effectively to internal stakeholders

• Experience working with game developers and translating complex concepts into clear, creator- and player-friendly messaging

• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to prioritize and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment

• Strong collaborator able to balance the needs of multiple teams and stakeholders

Bonus Points

• Passion for gaming on mobile and PC.

• Passion for ARPGs and familiarity with the Diablo franchise.

• Experience working in a global, multicultural environment.

• Experience working with mobile game influencers and creators.

Required Application Materials

• Resume
• Cover Letter, which should include:
  - Why you are interested in working at Blizzard
  - Examples of your favorite influencers or content creators
  - Results Delivered - post-campaign performance recap with key metrics and insights

Your Platform
Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo®, and StarCraft®, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (www.blizzard.com), a division of Activision Blizzard, which was acquired by Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment experiences. Blizzard Entertainment has created some of the industry's most critically acclaimed and genre-defining games over the last 30 years, with a track record that includes multiple Game of the Year awards. Blizzard Entertainment engages tens of millions of players around the world with titles available on PC via Battle.net®, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android.
Our World
Activision Blizzard, Inc., is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, World of Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo®, Candy Crush™ and Bubble Witch™. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet!
Our ability to build immersive and innovative worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive in order to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for 'Every World' - we've got our employees covered!
The video game industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve. As such, the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners.
We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all the qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.
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. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.
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.
Rewards
We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for 'Every World' - we've got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:

• Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance;
• 401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;
• Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;
• Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;
• If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.

Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.
In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $16.62 - $30.77 Hourly. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role's range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable.