Job#: 3037909

Job Description:

Location: Burbank, California (Hybrid)

Duration: 6 months

The Associate Project Manager will support the games licensing function for a leading global media and entertainment organization. This role partners with internal franchise stakeholders and external licensed game developers to support the development, launch, and ongoing operations of branded games across mobile, console, PC, and emerging platforms.

This individual will help drive collaboration across cross-functional teams to ensure games align with brand standards, meet production timelines, and deliver high-quality player experiences while supporting business and strategic goals.

• Support oversight of licensed games from concept through launch and into live operations, partnering with internal stakeholders and external development teams.
• Coordinate cross-functional efforts across production, franchise, marketing, and licensing teams to ensure alignment on deliverables and priorities.
• Facilitate the review and approval process for game design, art, and development builds to ensure brand consistency and quality standards.
• Track timelines, milestones, and dependencies across multiple concurrent game projects and live operations initiatives.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal teams and external partners to support effective collaboration and delivery.
• Support asset acquisition, approvals, and stakeholder feedback loops to meet production deadlines.
• Analyze and communicate key performance indicators (KPIs) to stakeholders and contribute to quarterly reporting.
• Maintain project documentation, workflows, and alignment materials including roadmaps, calendars, and strategic outlines.
• Research gameplay trends, competitor products, and monetization models to inform recommendations and improve game quality.

• 2–5+ years of experience in project management, production coordination, or partner management within games, media, or entertainment environments.
• Experience supporting cross-functional initiatives with multiple stakeholders across business, creative, and technical teams.
• Experience working with AAA entertainment brands, gaming studios, or licensed IP-driven products.
• Strong ability to communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners across varying levels.
• Experience managing timelines, deliverables, and approvals across multiple concurrent projects.
• Experience with project management tools such as Jira, Trello, Asana, or similar platforms.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.

• Ability to operate independently while managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate project updates across technical and non-technical audiences.
• Collaborative mindset with strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Analytical and creative thinking with a passion for games and player experience.
• High attention to detail with strong follow-through and ownership.

If you are interested, please apply here or email an updated copy of your resume to [email protected].

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

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Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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