PlayStation
Visual Communications Designer United States, San Mateo, CA
PlayStation, San Mateo, California, United States, 94409
Overview
PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation5, PlayStation4, PlayStationVR, PlayStationPlus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more.
PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.
The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation.
Visual Communications Designer San Mateo, CA (hybrid) US remote considered (must work west coast hours)
In this role, you’ll work closely with Product Leaders to create impactful presentations that communicate with clarity and creativity to PlayStation Executive leadership and beyond. We’re looking for someone who brings strong design instincts along with the drive, adaptability, and storytelling skills to simplify complex ideas and keep audiences engaged.
Key Responsibilities
Create compelling presentation material, assets, and videos for evangelizing the mission, goals, processes, and roadmaps of the product organization for PlayStation Product Management teams.
Communicate design choices clearly, ensure that the narrative is presented effectively
Manage timelines and priorities to ensure delivery deadlines can be met
Collaborate with Product teams to create first-class presentation materials that resonate with their audiences
Ability to understand the overall journey, purpose, and audience and translate that into a presentation that creates a captivating narrative
Crafting ideas that turn complex and confusing into simple and understandable
Ability to interpret the PlayStation brand and integrate into presentations, when appropriate
Build and maintain strong working relationships with product and internal design teams
Ability to collaborate with remote team members
Responsible for proofing and editing your own work
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field is required
5 years of experience with communication design, presentation, and design knowledge, ideally in-house at a Gaming, Entertainment or Technology company
Proficient at using Microsoft PowerPoint and Google Slides
Experience writing and editing copy for tone and consistency
Basic project management skills
Experience using industry-standard software, tools, and methodologies (Figma, Google Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, Miro etc.)
Clear, concise, and transparent communication style
Action-oriented, pro-active, diligent, and flexible
Strong attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience in Gaming
Knowledge of PlayStation platform and products
Experience in video editing
Experience in creating 3D asset
Demonstrated ability to take initiative and drive work forward independently
Strong research and problem-solving skills, with resourcefulness in navigating ambiguity
Proactive mindset, with the adaptability to thrive in changing circumstances
Collaborative and resilient, able to balance self-direction with teamwork in a fast-paced environment
Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.
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. This role may have a hybrid policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, experience, and location. The base pay range listed is an estimate and may vary.
The role is eligible for SIE’s top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click here to learn more.
Estimated base pay range: $110,900 - $166,300 USD
Equal Opportunity Statement Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, religion, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, trade union membership, or other legally protected status.
PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.
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Do you have at least 5 years of experience with communication design, presentation, and design knowledge, ideally in-house at a Gaming, Entertainment or Technology company? *
US Voluntary Demographic Question Voluntary Self-Identification
Our vision at PlayStation is to bring out the best in our global team members by creating a sense of belonging, being a place where they can grow, and ensuring everyone feels valued, heard, and supported so we can push the boundaries of play. This data will be aggregated for reporting purposes. Completion is voluntary and your information will be kept confidential and not used in hiring decisions.
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You are a “protected veteran” under United States law if any of the following apply to you:
Disabled Veteran: a veteran entitled to compensation or discharged due to service-connected disability.
Recently Separated Veteran: a veteran discharged within the last three years.
Armed Forces Service Medal Veteran: a veteran who participated in an operation with an Armed Forces Service Medal.
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Under U.S. law, you are considered to have a disability if you have a physical or mental impairment or medical condition that substantially limits a major life activity, or if you have a history or record of such an impairment or medical condition. Identifying yourself as an individual with a disability is voluntary and will be kept confidential.
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PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.
The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation.
Visual Communications Designer San Mateo, CA (hybrid) US remote considered (must work west coast hours)
In this role, you’ll work closely with Product Leaders to create impactful presentations that communicate with clarity and creativity to PlayStation Executive leadership and beyond. We’re looking for someone who brings strong design instincts along with the drive, adaptability, and storytelling skills to simplify complex ideas and keep audiences engaged.
Key Responsibilities
Create compelling presentation material, assets, and videos for evangelizing the mission, goals, processes, and roadmaps of the product organization for PlayStation Product Management teams.
Communicate design choices clearly, ensure that the narrative is presented effectively
Manage timelines and priorities to ensure delivery deadlines can be met
Collaborate with Product teams to create first-class presentation materials that resonate with their audiences
Ability to understand the overall journey, purpose, and audience and translate that into a presentation that creates a captivating narrative
Crafting ideas that turn complex and confusing into simple and understandable
Ability to interpret the PlayStation brand and integrate into presentations, when appropriate
Build and maintain strong working relationships with product and internal design teams
Ability to collaborate with remote team members
Responsible for proofing and editing your own work
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field is required
5 years of experience with communication design, presentation, and design knowledge, ideally in-house at a Gaming, Entertainment or Technology company
Proficient at using Microsoft PowerPoint and Google Slides
Experience writing and editing copy for tone and consistency
Basic project management skills
Experience using industry-standard software, tools, and methodologies (Figma, Google Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, Miro etc.)
Clear, concise, and transparent communication style
Action-oriented, pro-active, diligent, and flexible
Strong attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience in Gaming
Knowledge of PlayStation platform and products
Experience in video editing
Experience in creating 3D asset
Demonstrated ability to take initiative and drive work forward independently
Strong research and problem-solving skills, with resourcefulness in navigating ambiguity
Proactive mindset, with the adaptability to thrive in changing circumstances
Collaborative and resilient, able to balance self-direction with teamwork in a fast-paced environment
Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.
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. This role may have a hybrid policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, experience, and location. The base pay range listed is an estimate and may vary.
The role is eligible for SIE’s top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click here to learn more.
Estimated base pay range: $110,900 - $166,300 USD
Equal Opportunity Statement Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, religion, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, trade union membership, or other legally protected status.
PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.
Apply for this job *
indicates a required field
First Name *
Last Name *
Email *
Phone *
Resume/CV *
Enter manually
Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf
LinkedIn Profile
Website - please provide a link to your work samples (no shared folders or drives please) *
Have you ever worked for a Sony company previously? *
Are you authorized to work in the United States? *
Will you now, or in the future, require sponsorship to work in the United States? *
Will you need relocation assistance to work at this role's specified location? *
Are you related to, or in a close personal relationship with, anyone who currently works for SIE or any SIE-affiliated studios? (This includes spouses, domestic partners, and significant others.) *
If yes, please state their name, the department or studio they work for, and their job title (if you know it).
By selecting "Yes", I am certifying that, to the best of my knowledge, the information I have provided in this employment application is true and correct. *
Do you have at least 5 years of experience with communication design, presentation, and design knowledge, ideally in-house at a Gaming, Entertainment or Technology company? *
US Voluntary Demographic Question Voluntary Self-Identification
Our vision at PlayStation is to bring out the best in our global team members by creating a sense of belonging, being a place where they can grow, and ensuring everyone feels valued, heard, and supported so we can push the boundaries of play. This data will be aggregated for reporting purposes. Completion is voluntary and your information will be kept confidential and not used in hiring decisions.
Protected Veteran
You are a “protected veteran” under United States law if any of the following apply to you:
Disabled Veteran: a veteran entitled to compensation or discharged due to service-connected disability.
Recently Separated Veteran: a veteran discharged within the last three years.
Armed Forces Service Medal Veteran: a veteran who participated in an operation with an Armed Forces Service Medal.
Disability
Under U.S. law, you are considered to have a disability if you have a physical or mental impairment or medical condition that substantially limits a major life activity, or if you have a history or record of such an impairment or medical condition. Identifying yourself as an individual with a disability is voluntary and will be kept confidential.
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