Job Title:

Digital Communications Specialist, Call of Duty Endowment (Contract)

Requisition ID:

R027316

Job Description:

Job Title:             Digital Communications Specialist, Call of Duty Endowment (Contract)
Reporting To:     Digital Marketing and Communications Manager

Department:      Call of Duty Endowment

Location:          Santa Monica, CA (Hybrid)

Your Mission:

As the Digital Communications Specialist for the Call of Duty Endowment, you will support the planning and execution of integrated marketing and communications initiatives to build awareness of the Endowment and drive engagement across the global Call of Duty community. You will help bring in‑game activations, digital campaigns, social content, and flagship events to life. You will report to the Endowment’s Digital Marketing and Communications Manager and work closely with internal Activision teams and external partners across product, digital, communications, and communications.

The Call of Duty Endowment is a 501(c)(3) non‑profit private foundation supported by Activision. To date, the Endowment has awarded more than $97 million in grants to non‑profits that demonstrate the highest levels of effectiveness, efficiency, and integrity in placing veterans in quality jobs. Founded in 2009, the Endowment has funded more than 169,000 U.S. and U.K. veteran job placements to date.

This role is anticipated to be assigned as a hybrid work model position, with some work on-site at an Activision Blizzard office and some work remote.

What you bring to the table:

This is an ideal role for a communications professional seeking purpose‑driven work and hands‑on experience across digital, product, and experiential marketing. The successful candidate is proactive, detail‑oriented, and collaborative, with the ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment while contributing to a mission‑focused organization. Priorities can often change in a fast-paced environment like ours, so this role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:

Support the development and execution of digital communications initiatives, including in‑game activations, digital item packs, incentives, events, and promotions.
Lead and execute digital and social media campaigns across platforms including Instagram, X (Twitter), Facebook, LinkedIn, and emerging channels.
Develop monthly content calendars and partner with designers, product teams, and production partners to deliver compelling, on‑brand content and copy.
Upload, publish, and manage social media content; actively engage and grow online communities.
Manage day‑to‑day community engagement across the Endowment’s social channels, including comment moderation, audience interaction, and escalation of issues as needed.
Track and report on campaign, product, and channel performance, developing insights, benchmarks, and optimization recommendations.
Work with web, Lifecycle Marketing, and operations teams to ensure Endowment websites, emails, in-game messages, and product touchpoints are current, accurate, and aligned to campaign and product objectives.
Lead select asset development and operational support for the Call of Duty Endowment Bowl, the Endowment’s flagship event.
Collaborate with cross‑functional Activision teams—including Partnerships, Sales, Product Management, Consumer Marketing, Digital Marketing, PR, Lifecycle Marketing, Supply Chain, Operations, and Communications—to ensure alignment and efficient execution.
Maintain the website with regular updates to ensure content remains accurate and current.
Coordinate with external agencies, vendors, nonprofit partners, and platforms to support marketing, product, and operational deliverables.
Assist in the development of materials for award submissions and industry recognition.
Support internal operational project management, including weekly marketing calls, next steps, timelines, and tracking deliverables.
Attend events and activations and provide on‑site operational and marketing support as needed.
Stay current on gaming, CSR, product marketing, and digital trends, bringing new ideas and improvements to the team.
Demonstrate responsibility, creativity, and integrity in all actions.

Defining Success

Increase awareness of the Call of Duty Endowment among Call of Duty players by 5%
Drive increased participation and positive sentiment across in‑game events and activations
Successfully support the launch of two in‑game packs and at least one in‑game event
Establish strong, trusted working relationships across internal teams and external partners

Minimum Requirements:

Experience

3-5 years of experience in digital communications, digital marketing, social media or related roles
Demonstrated experience supporting end‑to‑end marketing and communications campaigns, including creative development and execution
Experience collaborating within a large, matrixed organization
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders simultaneously

Knowledge and Skills

Strong understanding of digital media, social platforms, and performance measurement
Ability to gather data, analyze performance, and prepare clear, accurate, and timely reports
Highly developed organizational, project management, and time‑management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in MS Office; familiarity with tools such as Mailchimp, Sprinklr, or similar social platforms preferred
Ability to work effectively with internal teams, external agencies, and partners

Key Attributes

Passion for making a positive difference in the lives of military veterans
A creative problem solver who looks beyond the status quo
Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively across functions and with partners
Ability to foster effective working relationships within a team‑oriented environment
Sound judgment and discretion, with an understanding of ethics and compliance in nonprofit and fundraising contexts
Flexible, adaptable, and comfortable operating in a fast‑paced environment

Extra Points

Familiarity with the gaming industry or enthusiasm to learn

Your Platform

Founded in 1979, Activision has continuously disrupted the world of entertainment as a leader in the videogame industry. With a history of delivering iconic game changers -- like Pitfall®, Tony Hawk®, Guitar Hero®, Crash Bandicoot™, Skylanders™ and Call of Duty® --our obsession is delighting our players around the globe. Focused and committed to innovation, we consistently deliver the most beloved, engaging and successful entertainment.

And while we have world-class franchises, infrastructure and resources, our success comes from a passionate, talented and diverse team of people producing greatness together. So, if you’re interested in our biggest priority, it’s our people.

We’re currently driving the next era for our company and community by creating amazing experiences for fans and continuing to make Activision an inclusive place where everyone can thrive.

Join us, make history. To learn more, check us out at www.activision.com, www.activisiongamesblog.com or @Activision on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Our World

At Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. We’re driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy, together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, Crash Bandicoot™, Tony Hawk’s™ Pro Skater™, and Guitar Hero®. As a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products, our “press start” is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences.

We’re not just looking back at our decades-long legacy; we’re forging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate, creative, and diverse teams within our organization.

We’re in the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. And our future opportunities have never been greater — this could be your opportunity to level up.

Ready to Activate Your Future?

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, veterans, 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 [email protected] 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.