Jobs at GDQ

Summary

As the Event Programming Lead for Games Done Quick, you will be responsible for the 10,000 foot view of the schedule of our mainline events (Awesome Games Done Quick and Summer Games Done Quick). You will work closely with the GDQ interdepartmental teams to develop compelling narratives and storytelling that align with the Games Done Quick and our charity partner’s mission and values. You will oversee the scheduling and placement of multimedia content, event branding, and promotional materials, ensuring they resonate with our diverse audience. Additionally, you will be responsible for liaising with our prizes, interstitial, and committee teams to balance each team’s needs and objectives for broadcast time while keeping the event on schedule.

Responsibilities

Creative Direction

• Develop and maintain the overall creative vision for GDQ’s event branding, promotional materials and schedule
• Oversee the conceptualization and execution of visual and narrative elements for both digital and physical media for each event
• Ensure all creative output is aligned with the organization’s goals, values, and brand identity
• Lead the ideation process for new concepts, themes, and visual identities for each event

Team Leadership

• Collaborate with other departments (e.g., committee, interstitials, sponsorships, prizing) to ensure cohesive scheduling of broadcast segments
• Provide constructive feedback and guidance to interdepartmental teams, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment

Content Development

• Oversee the creation of multimedia content, including event graphics, videos, social media assets, and promotional materials.
• Ensure that all content is engaging, high-quality, and delivered on time.
• Innovate new ways to enhance the viewer experience through creative storytelling and design.

Event Design & Execution

• Work closely with interdepartmental teams to ensure creative concepts are executed effectively during live events
• Lead the creative development of event themes and stage designs
• Oversee the creation of engaging visual content for broadcast, social media, and marketing campaigns

Project Management

• Manage multiple creative project simultaneously, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget
• Set timelines, allocate people and resources, and monitor project progress to meet deadlines
• Coordinate with internal teams, external vendors, and partners as needed

Application Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in a Creative / Management role, preferably within the gaming, entertainment, or live event industries
• Proven track record of leading successful creative projects from concept to completion.
• Strong portfolio showcasing a range of creative projects
• Excellent leadership and team management skills
• Strong understanding of gaming culture and familiarity with the speedrunning community
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills
• MUST be currently legally authorized to work in the United States of America
• MUST be 18 years or older
• Ability to travel to 2 or more Games Done Quick events a year
• Ability to competently use software such as Slack and Google Workspace
• Self-motivation, organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize important tasks to meet deadlines

Bonus Points If You....

• Have experience in live event production and broadcast design
• Have experience working with non-profit organizations or charity events
• Have familiarity with streaming platforms and digital content distribution
• Are an active member of communities within the video game speedrunning, or esports ecosystems
• Have availability to attend off cycle GDQ events such as PAX West/East or GDQx at TwitchCon

Must be currently legally authorized to work in the United States of America

Miscellaneous

Work Location: Remote, with need to travel during event periods.

Job Type: This position is a contract position, paid per mainline event with potential for additional events during the year.

To apply, submit your resume and cover letter using the following application no later than 11:59PM (Pacific time zone) on 10/25/24.

If you have any questions, please contact jobs@gamesdonequick.com

Summary

The Hotfix Showrunner will be responsible for planning and hosting recurring bi-weekly shows as part of the Games Done Quick Hotfix show roster which are live streamed on Twitch and archived on YouTube. The purpose of this position is to provide entertaining speedrunning or speedrunning adjacent programming to the GDQ audience between events.

The ideal candidate for the Hotfix Showrunner position is a self-starter with experience planning events or event schedules, organizing and coordinating talent, has experience in hosting, emceeing, or engaging with an audience via streaming, and is an active member of the speedrunning community.

This position requires outstanding communication and organizational skills, teamwork, collaboration, and experience in streaming or hosting on live broadcasts.

We are currently looking for showrunners with availability for the following timeslots, beginning in 2025:

• Wednesday 7PM ET
• Wednesday 10PM ET

This position is fully remote and is contracted, with opportunity for contract renewal. The show will have a 1 episode probationary period prior to fully onboarding as GDQ staff.

Responsibilities

• Possession of a functional computer, microphone, headphones or earbuds, and stable internet connection with the ability to use software such as Slack, Discord, and OBS.
• Weeknight availability - shows begin at 7PM and 10PM Eastern Time (EST/EDT) and run for approximately 3 hours each
• Experience planning events or organizing schedules
• Experience with outreach and communicating with talent
• Self-motivation, organizational skills, and experience in project management
• Ability to develop, communicate, and execute a Run of Show
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

Bonus Points If You:

• Have experience hosting gaming events and/or recurring live broadcasts and engaging with an audience through a live stream
• Are an active member of video game and speedrunning communities
• Possess experience in public speaking

Application Requirements

Must be currently legally authorized to work in the United States of America

mUST BE AT LEAST 18 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER

Miscellaneous

To apply, fill out the following form with your show concept and requested documents. If you have any questions, please contact hotfix@gamesdonequick.com

This position is fully remote and is contracted, with opportunity for contract renewal.