Senior Director, Ventures (EA SPORTS App)

Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.

Work model: 3-days a week on-site in Geneva, Switzerland – we are open to relocation and sponsorship.

About EA Ventures

EA Ventures is at the forefront of shaping the future of sports entertainment. Our mission is to create innovative experiences and engaging products that redefine how fans connect with the sports they love, both in the virtual and real worlds. By leveraging emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Large Language Models (LLMs), and inventing novel modalities of interaction, we aim to revolutionize the fan experience for the next generation of sports enthusiasts, before and after the live event.

Opportunity

We are looking for an influential Senior Director to lead the exploration and development of new opportunities within the evolving landscape of sports entertainment. You will be part of a newly established group which focuses on creating groundbreaking experiences that resonate with future sports fans. Our M.O. is to move fast, beyond strategic outlines and into software – resulting in feedback directly from fans as we work toward product market fit.

We won’t waste your time. You’ll learn here and you’ll make things, being exposed to cutting-edge technology, teams, and ideas, to help shape the future of sports entertainment and fan engagement.

Reporting to the VP of Ventures Publishing.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Leadership in Innovation and Future-Focused Product Development:
2. Prepare the path for new products and experiences that engage future sports fans.
3. Lead the creation of product/experience solutions that use AI, LLMs, and the latest technologies to deliver transformative fan experiences.
4. Build foundational conditions for success (e.g., internal positioning, collaboration, and shared consciousness) tailored to the evolving needs of the EA SPORTS audience.
5. Build marketing roadmaps and strategies that anticipate shifts in sports and fan engagement.
6. You will revel in execution, and create vs direct others to do so. We value speed to software, market, and fan benefit.
7. Team and Stakeholder Leadership:
8. You will lead and inspire a versatile team, promoting expertise in the latest technologies and sports entertainment trends.
9. Partner with stakeholders on near-term goals and create cohesive execution plans.
10. Represent the Ventures Group in senior leadership discussions, encouraging belief in the vision for the future of sports entertainment.
11. Data-Driven Innovation:
12. You will use knowledge of sports data, trends, and fan behavior, and advanced analytics to identify opportunities and craft strategies that resonate with the sports fan of tomorrow.
13. Translate complex data sets into plans, ensuring that innovation is grounded in fan needs and behaviors.

Qualifications

1. You will have experience leading innovation and growth initiatives in gaming, sports, or entertainment.
2. Experience working at Director level in brand management, product development, or innovation-focused roles.
3. Expertise in emerging technologies, including AI, Large Language Models, and next-generation engagement platforms.
4. You have a passion for sports, an understanding of sports data, licensing, and content.
5. The ability to develop insight-driven, fan-centric strategies.
6. Experience working with both qualitative and quantitative data.
7. Experience managing teams in an innovation-focused environment.
8. Global mindset with experience developing products and strategies for diverse markets.

About Electronic Arts

We’re proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. From leadership that brings out your potential to creating space for learning and experimenting, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth.

We take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.

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