Global Communications Director, Franchise Storytelling

BLIZZARD ENTERTAINMENT, INC.; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 168,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health savings account

Health reimbursement account

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

Other voluntary benefits

Job summary

Blizzard Entertainment in Irvine, CA, is seeking a Senior Director of International Communications to lead franchise, brand, and reputation efforts across multiple markets. This role drives global narratives into cohesive regional plans, balancing launches, live operations, and community engagement with a clear strategic direction.

The role requires leading a distributed team across time zones, shaping narratives for Europe, Asia, and the Americas, and partnering with marketing, publishing, and

Qualifications

• 12+ years in communications or public relations
• 5+ years leading and developing teams
• Willingness to work out of Blizzard HQ in Irvine, CA, 3 days a week in office

Responsibilities

• Own the international communications strategy across regions (EMEA, LATAM, APAC).
• Lead, coach, and grow a distributed team of regional communications leaders.
• Shape messaging, press materials, and briefing documents for spokespeople.
• Build senior relationships with priority media, creators, and influencers.
• Partner with regional marketing, publishing, development, legal, and customer support.

Skills

People leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel readiness

Job description

Blizzard Entertainment in Irvine, CA, is seeking a Senior Director of International Communications to lead franchise, brand, and reputation efforts across multiple markets. This role drives global narratives into cohesive regional plans, balancing launches, live operations, and community engagement with a clear strategic direction.

The role requires leading a distributed team across time zones, shaping narratives for Europe, Asia, and the Americas, and partnering with marketing, publishing, and