Age Ratings Specialist - QA Analyst
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PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. We’ve thrilled gamers since 1994, when we launched the original PlayStation. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in interactive and digital entertainment. The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation.
The Content & Ratings department is a unique team nestled under the Engineering, Compliance & Release pillar within PlayStation Studios QA. We provide services that help inform stakeholders of potential content risk for all 1st party products. Our team helps to obtain desired global age rating certificates and guides teams to remain within that assigned rating with all post-release content.
We are looking for a subject matter expert on global content risk analys. You will meet with stakeholders to help strategize the execution of Content & Rating services for all 1st-party titles, with strict attention paid to complete customer satisfaction, excellent communication, and service delivery.
Responsibilities:
You will spend approximately 50% of your time coordinating process-related tasks and title reviews, with the remaining 50% to be spread out across project-related tasks focused on process improvements, service consultations and delivery, and stakeholder management. Assigned projects will be considered high-impact areas that require extensive knowledge of C&R processes to accomplish.
Qualifications:
At least 3 years in the game industry or at least 2+ years working in the Content & Ratings field
High-level knowledge around aspects of the QA testing life cycle, as well as requirements for various global age rating entities
Firm knowledge of game development and retail release lifecycle to determine interdependencies and drive effective operational solutions.
Experience with using audio and video editing software (Vegas, Premiere, Cyber Link Power Director, etc.)
High level of knowledge around Global Age Ratings Guidelines and Regulations, Legal & Business Affairs processes, and an understanding of the impact these processes have on the industry and our business
Desired qualifications:
Certification in Project Management and/or Agile Scrum methodologies
Degree or equivalent certificate in the field of Business, Computer Science, Project Management, or Communications, from a fully accredited university preferred
Passionate curiosity for and awareness of cultural and societal topics in global social media trends, and how those topics can impact content creation in our products.
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At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location. Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this role is eligible for SIE’s top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click here to learn more.
The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.
$73,200—$109,800 USD
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.
We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.
PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.