Associate Producer – Temp (SFD / Cinematics)

Blizzard Entertainment is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment experiences, known for its iconic video game universes. The Cinematic Associate Producer Temp role involves supporting the production team by facilitating communication and managing project priorities within the cinematic department. Responsibilities Supports the department producer, project producers, supervisors, and artists with production priorities, delivery targets, and task deadlines necessary to keep the show on track Tracks the development of assets and/or shots through the cinematic pipeline and works with the Producers and artists to understand the status of assets/shots within their departments and updates the tracking software with current statuses Organizes and schedules meetings related to the project, including arranging OT meals if necessary Takes detailed notes during meetings and dailies and ensures timely delivery of notes to the crew on the project Acts as a conduit for day-to-day information between the crew as needed or directed Helps maintain confluence/wiki pages for the department or project Communicate frequently with the other Department Managers and team leads on project status, risks, and opportunities Contribute to a positive work environment Skills Experience with ShotGrid (formally known as Shotgun) and industry best practice standards Excellent oral and written communication skills Understands production schedules, timelines, and bids Able to effectively communicate with artistic and technical personnel, as well as show management and upper management Excellent problem-solving skills Ability to plan ahead, think outside the box, identify issues/roadblocks, and develop plans to prevent or minimize their impact on production Ability to work in a unique, fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and small budgets. Experience facilitating teams and meeting deadlines under pressure Self-motivated and able to take the initiative as the need arises Approachable, relaxed, and friendly demeanor Ability to interact and contribute as part of a team Builds strong team relationships with Artists, Supervisors, Directors, and Project Producers Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, JIRA Love of the storytelling process, especially via movies and animation Passion for Blizzard games; particularly World of Warcraft, Diablo, Starcraft, and Overwatch Familiarity working with an Animation and an In-Game Cinematics Pipeline Benefits Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, 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, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance Company Overview Blizzard Entertainment develops and publishes gaming software and computer games such as World of Warcraft, Hearthstone and StarCraft. It was founded in 1991, and is headquartered in Irvine, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship Blizzard Entertainment has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 60 in 2025, 58 in 2024, 46 in 2023, 51 in 2022, 38 in 2021, 41 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.