Full-Time

Chief People Officer

Posted on 6/28/2024

Gametime

Gametime

201-500 employees

Last-minute ticket sales for events

Consumer Software
Entertainment

Compensation Overview

$315k - $330kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Remote in USA

Category
Human Resources
People & HR
Required Skills
Communications
Management
Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
Requirements
  • 15+ years of relevant experience, with at least 5 years at the executive level, ideally in a company of 200+ employees.
  • Significant experience in people leadership, organizational design, professional development, total rewards, talent acquisition, and HR management.
  • SHRM-SCP or SHRM-CP certification preferred.
  • Expertise in organizational design, talent management, and performance management with a global perspective in a remote-first environment.
  • Proven track record of hiring, managing, developing, and leading high performance organizations and teams in a remote-first environment.
  • Strategic leadership skills with a track record of developing effective leadership and management development programs.
  • Deep understanding of HR practices, employment law, total rewards (including equity compensation at a private VC-backed company), and compliance standards across different regions.
  • Proven talent acquisition and recruiting management experience, including at the Executive level.
  • Experience setting goals and/or OKRs and leading processes that track individual and departmental performance against goals. Strong analytical skills for organizational needs assessment and strategic solution implementation including new workforce tools.
  • Exceptional ability to deliver values-aligned communications to key stakeholders.
Responsibilities
  • Develop and execute strategic People frameworks that support company expansion, focusing on scalability and agility through organizational design in a remote-first environment.
  • Lead organizational design and talent management to drive high performance and achievement of business objectives.
  • Serve as a strategic advisor to the executive team on executive development and leadership matters.
  • Spearhead global total rewards strategies that are aligned with business objectives.
  • Evolve the strategy for recruiting, developing, and retaining top talent.
  • Drive effective performance management and succession planning.
  • Foster a high-performance culture that aligns with our core values.
  • Develop and lead cutting-edge remote work policies and practices.
  • Translate executive decisions into clear messaging and communications that resonate with the entire company.
  • Establish compliance and policy frameworks to support multi-state and international operations and workforce diversification.

Gametime specializes in selling last-minute tickets for events in sports, music, and theater across over 50 cities in the U.S. and Canada. The platform allows users to purchase tickets directly from their mobile devices, eliminating the need for printing and making the process quick and easy. Gametime targets spontaneous event-goers who want to enjoy live experiences without the hassle of traditional ticket purchasing. Unlike many competitors, Gametime focuses specifically on last-minute availability, catering to those who decide to attend events at the last moment. The company's goal is to create incredible shared experiences by simplifying access to live events.

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$69.5M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2013

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

17%

2 year growth

56%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for mobile-first ticketing solutions boosts Gametime's market potential.
  • Dynamic pricing allows Gametime to optimize revenue based on real-time demand.
  • Growing consumer preference for last-minute purchases aligns with Gametime's model.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from Ticketmaster and StubHub could impact Gametime's market share.
  • Reliance on last-minute sales may expose Gametime to demand fluctuations during downturns.
  • Departure of key personnel like VP of Growth could disrupt strategic initiatives.

What makes Gametime unique

  • Gametime offers last-minute tickets with a focus on mobile-first convenience.
  • The platform uses panoramic photos for a realistic seat view experience.
  • Gametime Picks feature provides real-time updates on best seat deals.

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Benefits

Flexible PTO

Medical, dental, & vision insurance

Life insurance and disability benefits

401K, HSA, pre-tax savings programs

New equipment setup provided

Wellness programs

Tenure recognition

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