Studio Talent and Operations Director

TN United Kingdom; Guildford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Studio Talent and Operations Director to lead and inspire a diverse team in Guildford. This role focuses on enhancing team collaboration, ensuring data accuracy, and managing studio operations effectively. You will work closely with finance and HR to support recruitment and maintain a vibrant studio culture. With a commitment to employee wellness and innovative game development, this position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of gaming while fostering a supportive environment for creativity and growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Free Games

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in managing studio operations and talent acquisition processes.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to maintain data accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with teams on project movements and maintain data accuracy.
• Facilitate recruitment and manage studio budget for various operations.

Skills

Data Management

Team Collaboration

Budget Management

Talent Acquisition

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Related Field

Master's Degree (Preferred)

Tools

Airtable

Anaplan

Workday

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Studio Talent and Operations Director, Guildford

Client: Electronic Arts

Location: Guildford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: e1b3a929ed44

Job Views: 10

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

Requisition Number: 184405

Can this position be remote?: No

We are a global team of creators, storytellers, technologists, experience originators, innovators, and more. We believe that amazing games and experiences start with diverse teams that reflect our players and communities. At Electronic Arts, the only limit is your imagination.

Criterion Studio Talent and Operations Director

Guildford Hybrid Role

We are Criterion. We love games.

Over the last twenty years, we’ve entertained millions worldwide with award-winning, massively entertaining games. We are a talented team dedicated to crafting games with joy, passion, and a commitment to quality.

At Criterion, we value creative collaboration, fresh ideas, and diverse perspectives. Our studio combines industry veterans and newcomers who inspire, support, and educate each other.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure Criterion details are accurate in Airtable and coordinate with EU and North American teams on team and project movements.
• Partner with finance to maintain data accuracy between Airtable and Anaplan systems.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to facilitate recruitment, remove roadblocks, and support hiring teams.
• Liaise with Studio Head of Ops regarding related issues.

Studio/Project Talent and Staffing:

• Facilitate Wellbeing surveys, liaise with HR, analyze results, and implement actions.
• Conduct regular Team Health Checks.
• Maintain work model allocations in Workday with HR.
• Manage studio budget with Criterion FP&A for travel, entertainment, training, hardware, etc.
• Oversee craft planning and development.
• Coordinate training budgets and setups with HR and Studio GM.
• Ensure staff participation in Criterion activities, working with North Studio.

General/Studio Operations:

• Line management of Criterion Operations Coordinators in Guildford and Manchester.
• Coordinate with Guildford Governance on ERG and Outreach activities.
• Work with Studio GM to promote Criterion Studio locally and within the UK gaming industry.
• Lead team-building, celebrations, swag, and culture initiatives.
• Facilitate Studio AMA and All Hands meetings.
• Oversee building site operations requests from Workplace Experience.

About Electronic Arts:

We aim to inspire the world to play through innovative games, services, and technologies, creating infinite possibilities for players and fans worldwide.

We seek collaborative, inclusive individuals with diverse perspectives to enrich our culture and challenge us. Our benefits focus on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness, supporting our employees through every life chapter. We offer comprehensive benefits, paid time off, parental leave, free games, and more. Our workplace is safe, respectful, and empowering.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. We consider qualified applicants with criminal records and provide accommodations for individuals with disabilities as required by law.