Head of Global Creative and Product Development Operations

Why Sony Interactive Entertainment? Sony Interactive Entertainment isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) is the company behind the PlayStation brand. As a subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation, we’re part of a proud legacy of innovation and excellence. SIE is a dynamic technology company, delivering cutting-edge hardware and network services to more than 100 million people and an entertainment leader, home to some of the most beloved and recognizable intellectual properties (IP) in the world. Our role at SIE is to create and nurture the experiences under the PlayStation brand, a name synonymous with entertainment excellence and creativity. Head of Global Creative and Product Development Operations – Licensed Merchandise San Mateo, CA (Collab)/Remote Job Description We are looking for an experienced Head of Global Creative and Product Development Operations on the Licensed Merchandise Team with strong global operations, creative, and licensing experience to manage the global creative and product development team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for processes, deadlines, consumer trends, and the ability to drive creative excellence across various projects. You have a proven track record for working on large IP projects and culturally relevant programs with partners across hardlines and softlines categories to grow the PlayStation brand and our software IP titles. This role will oversee the creative and product development processes and teams, as well as coordinate all milestones to successfully go to market across the entire Licensed Merchandise Team. You will partner closely with the Licensing leads, licensees and gaming studios, franchise, retail marketing and other cross-functional teams, to bring the global vision, strategy, and operational plan to life. This role will work with executives and stakeholders, internally and externally, to deliver business results. We are seeking an out-of-the-box thinker, who can operate proactively in a fast-paced environment and is able to wear many hats. Responsibilities: Team management and experience coaching Detailed understanding of the product development processes, production, and manufacturing, timelines Lead full concept to production lifecycle for creative assets , ensuring teams deliver on time, on budget and at scale Design and implement streamlined workflows to improve speed, consistency and quality Lead the planning and development of style guides, creative assets, PD tools, and serving as the primary driver behind the creation process Collaborate with external agencies to source talent and manage the execution of creative projects, ensuring alignment with brand standards and objectives Guide creative collaboration throughout the project lifecycle Lead all stages of product development across all categories for any licensing deal or collaborations Undertake general design tasks to support Licensing team’s efforts, including but not limited to branding, packaging, promotional and marketing collateral trade show needs, and sales materials Skills and Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Design, Marketing, or a related field Proven experience (15-20 years) in a creative leadership role, within the licensing and consumer products industry Proficiency in project management tools Strong project management abilities, including the capacity to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage resources effectively Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and influence stakeholders at all levels A strategic mindset with a deep understanding of market trends, consumer behavior, and brand positioning Gaming or Entertainment experience preferred Proven experience to manage studios (film, series or game) in the creation of product development At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location. Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this role is eligible for SIE’s top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click here to learn more. The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below. $184,100 — $276,100 USD Please note, Sony Interactive Entertainment conducts background checks at the offer stage for all new employees (which may include criminal background checks for some roles) and will need to process personal information to support these checks. Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about what personal information we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and your data protection rights. Equal Opportunity Statement: Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category. We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond. Sony Interactive Entertainment is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

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