Public Relations Specialist (Temp) - Irvine, CA Job at Blizzard Entertainment in

Public Relations Specialist (Contract) - Irvine, CA

Contract position: 6-12 months

Are you passionate about communications, gaming, and digital platforms? Blizzard Entertainment is seeking a PR contractor to join our dynamic global communications team, supporting the Battle.net platform. This role will partner closely with internal and third-party teams to help deliver clear, compelling messaging across major releases, platform updates, and ongoing storytelling initiatives. The ideal candidate is a polished communications professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can manage multiple stakeholders with precision and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with development, publishing, and partner teams on timelines, assets, and media support for major Battle.net releases.
• Execute media outreach, announcements, and asset distribution to core PC and technology press.
• Contribute to and oversee comms contributions for multi-disciplinary GTM (go-to-market) plans.
• Draft, edit, and review external and internal communications materials supporting Battle.net launches and platform initiatives.
• Support Battle.net platform PR strategy, including proactive storytelling and thought-leadership opportunities.
• Support Battle.net's media presence at key industry events, e.g. BlizzCon, Xbox Showcase, GDC.
• Contribute to editorial messaging for Battle.net's across multiple owned and operated Blizzard and Xbox channels. Coordinate logistics and approvals for cross-team PR editorial efforts.
• Plan, create, and track social content for Battle.net, including Xbox 1P and Activision games, promotional sales, and evergreen posts highlighting games, features, and Battle.net culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public relations, marketing, journalism, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in PR, journalism or copywriting, preferably in gaming, technology, or media.
• Strong media relationships and experience with media outreach, interviews, and event staffing.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends as needed.
• Familiarity with the latest media trends, communication tools, and technology.
• Passion for gaming, technology, entertainment, and Blizzard Entertainment is a major plus.

Pluses

• Experience with managing public facing corporate channels, e.g. blogs, social media, website.
• Solid contacts in video gaming, technology, entertainment, lifestyle, and sports media.
• Experience supporting large-scale platform launches and cross-functional teams.

Required Application Materials

• Resume
• Referral
• Cover Letter (must include why you're interested in working for Battle.net and pursuing a career in gaming/communications)

Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment experiences. Blizzard Entertainment has created some of the industry's most critically acclaimed and genre-defining games over the last 30 years, with a track record that includes multiple Game of the Year awards. Blizzard Entertainment engages tens of millions of players around the world with titles available on PC via Battle.net, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android.

Activision Blizzard, Inc., is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty, World of Warcraft, Overwatch, Diablo, Candy Crush and Bubble Witch. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet!

Our ability to build immersive and innovative worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive in order to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for 'Every World' - we've got our employees covered!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.

Blizzard Entertainment is committed to fostering a collaborative, creative, and inclusive environment. Join us in shaping the future of Battle.net and creating epic entertainment experiences!