Analyst, Commercial Strategy & Operations

Who We Are

2K is headquartered in Novato, California and is a wholly owned label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO). Founded in 2005, 2K Games is a global video game company, publishing titles developed by some of the most influential game development studios in the world. Our studios responsible for developing 2K’s portfolio of world-class games across multiple platforms, include Visual Concepts, Firaxis, Hangar 13, CatDaddy, Cloud Chamber, 31st Union, HB Studios, and 2K SportsLab. Our portfolio of titles is expanding due to our global strategic plan, building and acquiring exciting studios whose content continues to inspire all of us! 2K publishes titles in today’s most popular gaming genres, including sports, shooters, action, role-playing, strategy, casual, and family entertainment.

Our team of engineers, marketers, artists, writers, data scientists, producers, thinkers and doers, are the professional publishing stewards of 2K’s portfolio currently includes several AAA, sports and entertainment brands, including global powerhouse NBA®️ 2K,  renowned BioShock®️, Borderlands®️, Mafia, Sid Meier’s Civilization®️ and XCOM®️ brands; popular WWE®️ 2K and WWE®️ SuperCard franchises, TopSpin 2K25, as well as the critically and commercially acclaimed PGA TOUR®️ 2K.

At 2K, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment, which means encouraging our teams to Come as You Are and do your best work! We encourage ALL applicants to explore our global positions, even if they don’t meet every requirement for the role.  If you're interested in the job and think you have what it takes to work at 2K, we encourage you to apply!

What We Need

The Commercial Analyst will take a leading role in the development of comprehensive financial forecasts and strategic decision models, supporting the publishing team in exploring innovative approaches to sustained growth while enhancing current business operations. A successful candidate must be highly analytical and detail oriented, demonstrate expertise in developing and maintaining complex financial models, and provide succinct analyses to inform a wide range of business decisions.

What You Will Do

• Create and maintain sales forecasts, reports, and financial models to help inform business decisions
• Analyze promotional campaigns and discounting strategies to maximize impact
• Build revenue forecasts for different business models, including premium games, and free-to-play titles
• Prepare and verify financial data, including weekly reporting, monthly business reviews, and ad hoc opportunity and risk analysis
• Generate insights via modeling, analyzing and testing player engagement strategies (i.e, conversion rates, ARPU, ARPPU, CLTV, ROI, revenue cannibalization, etc.)
• Contribute to the creation and optimization of key financial dashboards, reports and analysis across a diverse product catalog

Who We Think Will Be a Great Fit

• At least 3 years of experience analyzing sales forecasts and business profitability
• Experience creating financial forecasts and modeling different scenarios, ideally in video games, e-commerce, or mobile apps
• Proven ability to work effectively with teams across different time zones and organizational structures
• Expert level Excel (i.e., Excel functions, statistical functions), Tableau and the aptitude to quickly learn other financial and reporting software
• Strong background of delivering accurate, high-quality work while maintaining strong working relationships
• Proven ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with colleagues at all levels of the organization

Bonus Points

• Passion for gaming, especially strategy games like Civilization, XCOM and others
• Proficiency with SQL, Python, Snowflake

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to ensuring that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform their essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.  Please contact us if you need reasonable accommodation.

Please note that 2K Games and its studios never use instant messaging apps or personal email accounts to contact prospective employees or conduct interviews, and when emailing, only use 2K.com accounts.

The pay range for this position in California at the start of employment is expected to be between $75,500 and $111,740 per Year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an 'at-will position' and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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