Video Editor - Blizzard Hearthstone Marketing (Contract) (Finance)

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Job Title:
Video Editor - Blizzard Hearthstone Marketing (Contract)

Requisition ID:
R025429

Job Description:

Remote Eligible:

This role is anticipated to be a hybrid work position, with some work on-site and some work-from-home. The potential home studio for this role is Albany, NY or Irvine, CA. However, we understand each person's circumstances may be unique and will work with you to explore other possible options, including remote work arrangements.

Blizzard Entertainment's Hearthstone Marketing Team is looking for a creative and technically skilled Video Editor (Contract) to support video production efforts across our global publishing initiatives. From capturing dynamic in-game footage to editing engaging teaser trailers, developer spotlights, and social media content, you'll play a pivotal role in bringing Hearthstone's voice to life across channels.

If you're a visual storyteller who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment - and loves games - then pull up a chair by the hearth. Your next adventure awaits!

What you bring to the table:
Priorities can often change in a fast-paced environment like ours, so this role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:

• Capture high-quality in-game footage for teasers, promotional videos, and marketing assets.
• Edit gameplay videos, interviews, livestream highlights, and digital marketing content for various platforms (YouTube, Twitter/X, Instagram, TikTok, etc.).
• Work closely with the brand and creative teams to ensure videos align with Hearthstone's tone, visual identity, and campaign goals.
• Create basic motion graphics or visual treatments using tools like After Effects or Photoshop.
• Maintain a clean file structure and manage video assets and workbacks across multiple ongoing projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet deadlines and support publishing timelines with agile turnaround.
• Collaborate with brand and creative teams to pitch and develop compelling video concepts that align with campaign objectives.

Requirements

• 2+ years of professional experience in video editing, game capture, or content production.
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro (or similar editing software), with basic knowledge of After Effects and Photoshop.
• Experience capturing gameplay, with a solid understanding of visual pacing, narrative flow, and audience engagement.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills - able to juggle multiple deadlines while staying detail-oriented.
• A collaborative, self-starter mindset and ability to incorporate feedback effectively.
• Passion for gaming, with familiarity or love for Hearthstone a major plus.

Bonus

• Familiarity with Hearthstone's gameplay, tone, and community.
• Knowledge of graphic design and thumbnail creation for social/video platforms.
• Experience working with multicultural or global teams.

Required Application Materials

• Resume
• Portfolio of relevant work (YouTube/Vimeo links preferred)
• Cover Letter including:
  - Why you're interested in working at Blizzard
  - Your familiarity with Hearthstone
  - Any relevant experience in game capture, editing, or the gaming industry

Only applicants with a Cover Letter and portfolio will be considered.

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 videogame 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 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 $26.83 - $49.63 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.