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Job Details
Posted date: Oct 17, 2024
Category: Business Development & Ventures
Location: Redmond, WA
Estimated salary: $199,050
Range: $129,200 - $268,900
Employment type: Full-Time
Travel amount: 25.0%
Work location type: Up to 50% work from home
Role: Individual Contributor
Description
At Microsoft, our goal is to enable every individual and organization on the planet to achieve more. In the Game Content and Studios division, we support this mission by bringing the joy and community of gaming to everyone. We are responsible for developing and publishing some of the biggest gaming franchises in history: Age of Empires, Call of Duty, Candy Crush, DOOM, Fallout, Forza, Gears of War, Halo, Minecraft, The Elder Scrolls, World of Warcraft, and more. We believe that play is the thing that unites everyone, because when everyone plays, we all win. Come be a part of this amazing team!The Director Strategic Planning, Studios Franchise Development has a passion for and understanding of gaming and entertainment spaces. They will possess franchise business experience and will be equally at home developing strategic industry solutions as they will be creating operational solutions with influential partners and game studios leaders. This person will have the ability to conduct, analyze market research and formulate solutions for franchise expansion and growth. Success in this role will require the development of strong working relationships across our studio leadership team and our partner teams across Microsoft Gaming.
Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance the growth and development of our studios' franchises beyond their game. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align franchise strategies with overall business objectives. Conduct market research and analysis to identify opportunities for franchise expansion and growth. Monitor and evaluate the performance of franchise initiatives and make recommendations for improvements. Provide strategic guidance and support to studio leadership teams. Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders drive franchise success. Improve consumer engagement and broaden target audiences through data-driven repositioning, branding, product plans, and communication strategies.Embody our Culture & Values
Qualifications
Qualifications Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Business, Liberal Arts, Sciences, or related field AND 10+ years relevant work experience (e.g., investment banking, consulting, finance, marketing, corporate strategy, sales, venture capital, legal, business development, product management, project management, software development, or related field) OR equivalent experience. 5+ years of experience in problem solving, strategic planning, business development, or a related role within the gaming or entertainment industry. 5+ years of experience working collaboratively with cross-functional teams, successful leadership and project management skills. Experience with franchise development and franchise management.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's/Advanced Degree in Business, Sciences, or related field AND 10+ years relevant work experiencePassion for gaming and a deep understanding of the gaming industry. Knowledge of market research and analysis techniques. PowerPoint and presentation skills.
Business Development IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $129,200 - $248,800 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $162,000 - $268,900 per year.
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay
Microsoft will accept applications for the role until October 31, 2024.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request via the Accommodation request form.
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