Live Streaming & Gaming Specialist

Company: Wounded Warrior Project
Location: Colorado Springs
Posted on: November 24, 2022

Job Description:

Great benefits. Competitive pay. We know these are some of the things people look for in a job.But if you're the kind of person who also cares about making an impact and serving our nation's wounded warriors and their families, then you're exactly the kind of person we're looking for. When you join Wounded Warrior Project, you're committing to making a difference. We make a commitment to you too - helping you to find that spark, ignite your passion to serve, and embark on a career with meaning and purpose.At Wounded Warrior Project we recognize our mission cannot be accomplished without our talented teammates, which is why we're proud to offer benefits such as:

• A flexible hybrid work schedule (3 days in office, 2 days' work from home)
• Full medical, dental and vision coverage for both teammates AND family members
• Competitive pay and performance incentives
• A fun, mission focused and collaborative team environmentA mission that matters is just the beginning, so if you're ready to get started, we're ready for you.The Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) Live Streaming & Gaming Specialist engages, stewards, and grows the Gaming and Live Streaming community, and supports new and existing initiatives and partnerships. The Live Streaming and Gaming Specialist supports live streamers and gamers with the tools to amplify their efforts and help maximize fundraising for WWP and generate fuel for the WWP mission.
  DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Coordinate key projects by determining, prioritizing, and communicating the needs of the live streamers and gamers to the Resource Development (RD) team and leadership.
  • Day-to-day management of all social media activity related to livestreaming and gaming and other emerging live streaming platforms (Twitch, Discord, YouTube, Facebook Live).
  • Collaborate with internal WWP teams to create fundraising campaigns around the livestreaming and gaming community.
  • Assist with fielding and answering support questions from various online supporters.
  • Review and distribute communications to WWP advocates and to the livestreaming and gaming community.
  • Communicate daily with the livestreaming and gaming fundraisers through email and social media.
  • Develop and implement social media messaging and engagement strategy in collaboration with internal marketing and fundraising.
  • Collaborate with the RD team to identify and secure sponsorship and business opportunities.
  • Identify and implement new ways to increase fundraiser's targeted goals.
  • Speak from a place of knowledge to fundraisers and donors.
  • Stay informed of new technology and platforms to continue to remain relevant within the livestreaming/gaming communities.
  • Support Peer-to-Peer team to achieve overall identified goals.
  • Travel and represent the organization at select events or expos, in order to promote the community fundraising program and/or steward supporters.
  • Other related duties as assigned.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
    • Must be energetic, engaged social media and influencer with the ability to build creative approaches and execute on social media and influencer strategies.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Exceptional interpersonal skills. Comfortable leading discussions with individuals and teams and providing clarity and direction.
    • Demonstrated ability to be behind and in front of a camera.
    • Strong knowledge of social media channels, e.g., Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Twitch, Discord, and others.
    • Understanding of Peer-to-Peer Fundraising and specifically online gaming and livestreaming.
    • Strong understanding of the livestreaming/gaming community.
    • Strong understanding of current use of gaming and livestreaming platforms.
    • Strong understanding of Peer-to-Peer Fundraising and specifically online gaming and livestreaming.
    • Effective analytical and planning skills
    • Excellent organizational and time management skills. Ability to effectively handle multiple priorities while maintaining a strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
    • High energy level. Self- starter; willing to take initiative. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
    • Unequivocal commitment to the highest standards of personal and business ethics and conduct.
    • Mission-driven, guided by core values, and a pleasure to work with.EXPERIENCERequirements
      • Three years of experience managing social media and influencers utilizing Microsoft Office and livestreaming/gaming platforms, e.g., Twitch, Donor Drive, or similar platforms.
      • Experience in creating content and/or streaming.
      • Three years of experience with livestreaming or gaming.
      • One year of experience in fundraising, sales, or marketing.Preferences
        • None.EDUCATIONRequirements
          • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Equivalent combination of education, training, certification, and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.Preferences
            • None.CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSURERequirements
              • None.Preferences
                • None.WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
                  • General office environment; temperature controlled.
                  • Up to 50% travel.We recognize the success of our mission depends on the efforts of our passionate, hard-working teammates. To help teammates remain focused on the warriors and families we serve, WWP offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Medical/Prescription drug, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, and an Employee Assistance Program. WWP also offers a 401(k) retirement plan, a competitive PTO package, Sick Leave, Family Care Leave, Paid Holidays, Birthday Holiday, Education Assistance, and Bereavement Leave. For Colorado Applicants:The estimated hiring range for this position is between $51,200 - $76,800 annual base salary,subject to a candidate's combination of experience, qualifications, and credentials. This position may also be eligible for an annual performance incentive.For New York Applicants: The estimated hiring range for this position is between $58,880 - $88,320 annual base salary,subject to a candidate's combination of experience, qualifications, and credentials. This position may also be eligible for an annual performance incentive.
                    *ca-djWounded Warrior Project is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.Please note:
                    Wounded Warrior Project is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms without a written search agreement in place. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Wounded Warrior Project via email, the Internet or directly to hiring managers at Wounded Warrior Project in any form without a valid written search agreement in place will be deemed the sole property of Wounded Warrior Project, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Wounded Warrior Project as a result of the referral or through other means."

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