Be a part of the most exciting and innovating computer entertainment in North America. Sony Computer Entertainment America (SCEA) markets the PlayStation® family of products and develops, publishes, markets, and distributes software for the PS one™ console, the PlayStation®2 and PlayStation®3 computer entertainment systems and the PlayStation Portable (PSP™).
Developer Support seeks an Account Manager to work with the Developer Relations group to manage accounts, handle queries, lead meetings, visit client sites, communicate with internal and external groups and prepare business data.
* Explain PlayStation business to developers and help through processes from signup through product release * Plan strategic developer meetings and visits to communicate key initiatives * Develop and participate in meetings/visits/ Developer Advisory Panels and record and track communication * Initiate and resolve communication with internal departments (e.g. TPR, Developer Support, PEG, Legal) on issues around improving developer processes * Participate in measurements that will help thegroup to improve areas of performance with regards to developer processes * Will work to establish new territory process and guidelines * Help to establish a licensing process and promoting it * Assist local developers through the process of becoming licensed * Developing new programs to draw in talented developers related to specific programs
Qualifications
* At least 5 years relevant development experience. product development (producer or equivalent on at least 2 shipped products), or working for a platform holder * At least 3 + years of account management * Excellent knowledge of the console industry and development landscape * Team with an account coordinator and Relations group to complete tasks needed * Provide mentoring for junior members on team * Act as liaison for developer issues * High-level of technical knowledge * Good knowledge of modern development methodologies * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Familiar with MicroSoft Office programs * Applicants should be outgoing, well versed in game development processes and trends, and enjoy traveling to talk with game developers on-site and at industry events * Works effectively at the technical and administrative level, and fosters strong business relationships with third party developer accounts * Communicates effectively all SCEA goals and identifies to pursue areas of business development interest to the company * Prior account management experience of at least years * A Bachelor's degree or equivalent * Must demonstrate proficiency with Office suite and demonstrate knowledge of databases'
Be a part of the most exciting and innovative computer entertainment company in North America. Sony Computer Entertainment America (SCEA) markets the PlayStation® family of products and develops, publishes, markets, and distributes software for the PS one™ console, PlayStation®2, PlayStation®3, and the PlayStation Portable (PSP™) computer entertainment systems. Based in Foster City, California, SCEA serves as headquarters for all North American operations and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
PlayStation®Network is an emergent entertainment network delivering innovative content and community to a worldwide audience, and the newest division of SCEA (Sony Computer Entertainment America).
It is the policy of Sony Computer Entertainment America, Inc. (SCEA) to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. SCEA does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other category protected by applicable federal and state law. SCEA also makes reasonable accommodations for disabled employees.
