Skybound Entertainment
Crowdfunding Manager, Editorial
Skybound Entertainment, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Skybound Entertainment is looking for a Crowdfunding Manager (Editorial) to project manage its crowdfunding campaigns across the editorial division.
The ideal candidate will have experience not only managing high touch projects with moving parts across multiple product verticals, but also specifically having managed a Kickstarter or other crowdfunding campaign, understand operations and logistics for physical products, and have hands-on experience in managing communities.
We are looking for a top-level performer who can work independently, creating detailed objectives and goals while collaborating with diverse teams to deliver projects within stipulated timelines. We need an individual that exhibits a deep sense of accountability, resourcefulness and dependability while navigating complex project deadlines and high-demand consumers.
Reports:
This position will report to the Editorial Director
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Plan and execute Kickstarter campaigns-including detailed premarketing, production and fulfillment schedules and roadmaps-from greenlight to final delivery.Work in collaboration with relevant stakeholders to define overall campaign strategy and financial goalsForecast and effectively solve key issues and roadblocks that surface during a complex project management scheduleManage all Kickstarter community conversations, both during and after campaigns, including CS questions from backersSupport the brand and marketing team by providing inputs, assets, KPIs, etc for successful execution of go-to-market strategiesBeing point-of-contact for finance, accounting, operations, third-party operations and pledge management companies, as well as marketing teams for all info related to Skybound's crowdfunding effortsAbility to define, plan and launch crowdfunding pages in collaboration with key stakeholdersProcure and outsource manufacturing of products across multiple category verticals for campaign componentsStrong branding and communication skills to be able to write email and social media marketing copy, daily updates during active campaigns, and update campaign pages as content is unlockedManage communication on completed campaignsProvide insights and analytics on concluded campaignsAcquire high level projects for crowdfunding opportunities and book market publishing, as neededManage campaign fulfillment, including sourcing vendors, quality control, and payment of vendorsRequirements
Strong writing skills are requiredMicrosoft Word and Excel proficiency are requiredPhotoshop, After Effects, and other graphic design skills are preferredExperience managing Kickstarter campaigns requiredExperience with BackerKit preferredComic Book Editorial or Book Production experience preferredBenefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, commuter benefits AFLAC and MetLife supplemental plans and free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). We also offer a 401K with 4% match, 12 weeks of paid parental leave, generous time off and tuition reimbursement.
Job Type:
Regular, Full-Time
Salary Range:
$65,000-$70,000
Actual base salary is dependent on several factors including but not limited to; market dynamics, location and region, experience, specialized skills/training (education), level of responsibility, budgetary considerations, tenure at the company (for current employees), etc.The salary range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employeesCompensation decisions are dependent on circumstances of each role
Skybound offers a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, as well as free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). We also offer a 401K plan with 4% match, 12 weeks of paid parental leave, generous time off, wellness benefits, and tuition reimbursement.
Company Overview
Skybound is a multiplatform content company working closely with creators and their intellectual properties, extending stories and universes to new platforms, including comics, television, film, tabletop and video games, books, digital content, events, and beyond. We are home to critically-acclaimed global franchises, including The Walking Dead and Invincible.
Skybound Games produces, publishes and distributes video and tabletop games across all genres, including the multi-million-unit selling The Walking Dead video game series. In addition to our wholly-owned franchises, we work with independent developers to foster and create original games with compelling characters and worlds, strong creator and artistic focus, and innovative approaches to engaging genres.
Invincible is one of Skybound's tentpole franchises (celebrating 20 years!) and spans the world of comic books, merchandise, video games, and the critically acclaimed adult animated television series on Prime Video. Now in its second season, the television show has consistently ranked as one of Prime Videos top-streamed series with a 99% score on Rotten Tomatoes. Based on the groundbreaking comic book by Robert Kirkman, Cory Walker, and Ryan Ottley, Invincible revolves around 18-year-old Mark Grayson, who's just like every other guy his age-except his father is (or was) the most powerful superhero on the planet. Still reeling from Nolan's betrayal in Season One, Mark struggles to rebuild his life as he faces a host of new threats, all while battling his greatest fear - that he might become his father without even knowing it.
The show stars Steven Yeun, with Sandra Oh, Zazie Beetz, Grey Griffin, Chris Diamantopoulos, Walton Goggins, Gillian Jacobs, Jason Mantzoukas, Ross Marquand, Khary Payton, Zachary Quinto, Andrew Rannells, Kevin Michael Richardson, Seth Rogen, and J.K. Simmons. Executive producers include Skybound's own Kirkman, David Alpert, and Margaret M. Dean.
Equal Opportunity Employer
At Skybound we value diversity and are looking for extraordinary employees of all backgrounds! Skybound is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, hair texture or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, Skybound complies with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination.
Skybound will consider applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the CA Fair Chance Act and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
The ideal candidate will have experience not only managing high touch projects with moving parts across multiple product verticals, but also specifically having managed a Kickstarter or other crowdfunding campaign, understand operations and logistics for physical products, and have hands-on experience in managing communities.
We are looking for a top-level performer who can work independently, creating detailed objectives and goals while collaborating with diverse teams to deliver projects within stipulated timelines. We need an individual that exhibits a deep sense of accountability, resourcefulness and dependability while navigating complex project deadlines and high-demand consumers.
Reports:
This position will report to the Editorial Director
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Plan and execute Kickstarter campaigns-including detailed premarketing, production and fulfillment schedules and roadmaps-from greenlight to final delivery.Work in collaboration with relevant stakeholders to define overall campaign strategy and financial goalsForecast and effectively solve key issues and roadblocks that surface during a complex project management scheduleManage all Kickstarter community conversations, both during and after campaigns, including CS questions from backersSupport the brand and marketing team by providing inputs, assets, KPIs, etc for successful execution of go-to-market strategiesBeing point-of-contact for finance, accounting, operations, third-party operations and pledge management companies, as well as marketing teams for all info related to Skybound's crowdfunding effortsAbility to define, plan and launch crowdfunding pages in collaboration with key stakeholdersProcure and outsource manufacturing of products across multiple category verticals for campaign componentsStrong branding and communication skills to be able to write email and social media marketing copy, daily updates during active campaigns, and update campaign pages as content is unlockedManage communication on completed campaignsProvide insights and analytics on concluded campaignsAcquire high level projects for crowdfunding opportunities and book market publishing, as neededManage campaign fulfillment, including sourcing vendors, quality control, and payment of vendorsRequirements
Strong writing skills are requiredMicrosoft Word and Excel proficiency are requiredPhotoshop, After Effects, and other graphic design skills are preferredExperience managing Kickstarter campaigns requiredExperience with BackerKit preferredComic Book Editorial or Book Production experience preferredBenefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, commuter benefits AFLAC and MetLife supplemental plans and free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). We also offer a 401K with 4% match, 12 weeks of paid parental leave, generous time off and tuition reimbursement.
Job Type:
Regular, Full-Time
Salary Range:
$65,000-$70,000
Actual base salary is dependent on several factors including but not limited to; market dynamics, location and region, experience, specialized skills/training (education), level of responsibility, budgetary considerations, tenure at the company (for current employees), etc.The salary range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employeesCompensation decisions are dependent on circumstances of each role
Skybound offers a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, as well as free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). We also offer a 401K plan with 4% match, 12 weeks of paid parental leave, generous time off, wellness benefits, and tuition reimbursement.
Company Overview
Skybound is a multiplatform content company working closely with creators and their intellectual properties, extending stories and universes to new platforms, including comics, television, film, tabletop and video games, books, digital content, events, and beyond. We are home to critically-acclaimed global franchises, including The Walking Dead and Invincible.
Skybound Games produces, publishes and distributes video and tabletop games across all genres, including the multi-million-unit selling The Walking Dead video game series. In addition to our wholly-owned franchises, we work with independent developers to foster and create original games with compelling characters and worlds, strong creator and artistic focus, and innovative approaches to engaging genres.
Invincible is one of Skybound's tentpole franchises (celebrating 20 years!) and spans the world of comic books, merchandise, video games, and the critically acclaimed adult animated television series on Prime Video. Now in its second season, the television show has consistently ranked as one of Prime Videos top-streamed series with a 99% score on Rotten Tomatoes. Based on the groundbreaking comic book by Robert Kirkman, Cory Walker, and Ryan Ottley, Invincible revolves around 18-year-old Mark Grayson, who's just like every other guy his age-except his father is (or was) the most powerful superhero on the planet. Still reeling from Nolan's betrayal in Season One, Mark struggles to rebuild his life as he faces a host of new threats, all while battling his greatest fear - that he might become his father without even knowing it.
The show stars Steven Yeun, with Sandra Oh, Zazie Beetz, Grey Griffin, Chris Diamantopoulos, Walton Goggins, Gillian Jacobs, Jason Mantzoukas, Ross Marquand, Khary Payton, Zachary Quinto, Andrew Rannells, Kevin Michael Richardson, Seth Rogen, and J.K. Simmons. Executive producers include Skybound's own Kirkman, David Alpert, and Margaret M. Dean.
Equal Opportunity Employer
At Skybound we value diversity and are looking for extraordinary employees of all backgrounds! Skybound is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, hair texture or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, Skybound complies with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination.
Skybound will consider applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the CA Fair Chance Act and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.