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We connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. Our goal is to make every day more fun with games such as Candy Crush™, Call of Duty®, World of Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Hearthstone®, and Diablo®. read more
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PARTICIPANTS
14
TOTAL
RATINGS
184

Activision Blizzard Company Culture

Activision Blizzard Culture

This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews
3.9/5
Activision Blizzard's Overall Culture is rated B

Top Rated Culture Dimensions

Activision Blizzard CEO

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Bobby Kotick Activision Blizzard's CEO
Bobby Kotick
73 /100

Diversity at Activision Blizzard

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C-

Diverse employees at Activision Blizzard have rated Compensation, Perks And Benefits, and Happiness as the highest categories they have scored

Women at Activision Blizzard

Activision Blizzard eNPS

Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"
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Recommend to a Friend?

45

Activision Blizzard employees are 45% more likely to recommend Activision Blizzard as a great place to work

67%Promoters
11%Passives
22%Detractors

Working at Activision Blizzard

Working at Activision Blizzard is rated average by 14 employees, across various culture dimensions. Activision Blizzard employees are most satisfied about Compensation, Happiness, and eNPS categories, putting Activision Blizzard’s culture in the Top 30% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Top 50% compared to other companies in Los Angeles. See below in detail how working at Activision Blizzard was rated by employees.

Overall Company Culture at Activision Blizzard

B

Overall Company Culture at Activision Blizzard is rated B

Last updated months ago

Top
30%

Activision Blizzard ranks in the Top 30% of other companies on Comparably with 5,001-10,000 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score

Overall Company Culture Score by Department

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Results from 14 Employees

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Design
62
Design62
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57
Product57

Activision Blizzard Employee Reviews

Out of 24 Activision Blizzard employee reviews, 77% were positive. The remaining 23% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Activision Blizzard improve their work culture.

77%
23%
Positive Reviews77%
Constructive Feedback23%

Positive Reviews From Activision Blizzard Employees

  • What is the best part about your compensation package?
    Competitive pension and salary, good holiday/vacation allowance, free games!
  • What are some of the best things about your team?
    Very smart people in the business who are easy to work with.
  • What makes you most happy at work?
    Opportunity to do try new things and drive meaningful change.

Activision Blizzard Company Information

Activision Blizzard Company Overview

We connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. Our goal is to make every day more fun with games such as Candy Crush™, Call of Duty®, World of Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Hearthstone®, and Diablo®.

Activision Blizzard was founded in 2008 and its current CEO is Bobby Kotick. Since its inception 18 years ago, Activision Blizzard has grown to 6800 employees.

Activision Blizzard Mission, Vision & Values

Activision Blizzard Mission & Values

We create the most epic interactive gaming and entertainment experiences on earth immersing players in new, unimagined worlds. Our products help build community and create social platforms that bring people together.

Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility at Activision Blizzard

Social Impact

With great entertainment comes great responsibility. We understand this, which is why we prioritize giving back to the global community in order to create a better world for gamers and non-gamers alike.

The Endowment - Founded by our CEO, Bobby Kotick, the Call of Duty Endowment helps veterans find high-quality careers by supporting groups that prepare them for the job market and by raising awareness of the value vets bring to the civilian workplace. Since its inception in 2009, the Endowment has placed over 72,000 veterans in meaningful jobs against a goal of 100,000 placements by 2024. Along the way, the Endowment has been recognized with a host of awards for exceptional impact and transparency.

Veterans Day of Service - Each November, we hold our annual Veterans Day of Service when employees give their time to help those who have sacrificed so much for our freedom and liberty. Since launching in 2014, employees in the U.S., U.K., Canada and Australia have filled over 5,400 volunteer slots serving more than 135 volunteer sites. Prior volunteer projects have included writing letters for active duty service members, spending quality time with elderly veterans to thank them for their service and listen to their stories, landscaping, painting, furniture building, construction, and creating care packages.?

Responding to Community Need - We are living through unprecedented times, and we strive to be an interactive entertainment company that helps the global community. Our social and community response program includes a focus on advancing care for the world’s population, and we have started by channeling our energy and resources to advance research and therapeutics in the fight against COVID-19. And when our global communities need us in response to natural disasters, we are there, having supported relief efforts around the globe with organizations like Team Rubicon, which puts military veterans to work in the toughest disaster recovery situations.

Headquarter2701 Olympic Boulevard Building B
Santa Monica, CA 90405
United States of America
Websitewww.activisionblizzard.com/
Founding Date2008
Tel310-255-2000
Company StatusPublic
StockATVI
Jobscareers.activisionblizzard.com/
Social Sites

Activision Blizzard Employees

Activision Blizzard has 6800 employees. 14 employees at Activision Blizzard have reviewed Activision Blizzard across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was months ago.

Overall, the 14 Activision Blizzard employees give their leadership a grade of B-, or Top 40% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.

Employees at Activision Blizzard are pleased with their total compensation at Activision Blizzard, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.

Overall, employees at Activision Blizzard are generally satisfied with their team. 14 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a C+. The majority believe the meetings at Activision Blizzard are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.

The majority of employees at Activision Blizzard believe the environment at Activision Blizzard is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Activision Blizzard is extremely fast. About 55% of the employees at Activision Blizzard work 8 hours or less, while 11% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.

Overall, the employees at Activision Blizzard are generally happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.

A Day in the Life
A Day in the Life
Activision Blizzard employees generally work 9.0 hrs a day
Work Hours
A Day in the Life
Employees at Activision Blizzard report the work pace is extremely fast
Work Pace
A Day in the Life
78% of Activision Blizzard employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
Coworkers
A Day in the Life
Activision Blizzard employees typically get valuable feedback on how to improve at work Once a month
Feedback
A Day in the Life
67% of Activision Blizzard employees call their work environment positive
Environment

Joining Activision Blizzard - Employee Onboarding

The prevailing opinion from Comparably users in Los Angeles about their company is that it was very prepared on their first day. Los Angeles employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 74% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.

Activision Blizzard KPIs and OKRs

Employees’ understanding of Activision Blizzard's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 1 Activision Blizzard employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 1 have said yes.

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Yes100%
No0%
Are your company's goals clear, and are you invested in them?
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Yes0%
No0%
Are the KPIs/OKRs for your department clear?

Activision Blizzard CEO & Leadership

Activision Blizzard CEO - Bobby Kotick

Bobby Kotick Activision Blizzard's CEO
73 /100

Activision Blizzard’s CEO Bobby Kotick started in this role in 1991. Bobby’s approval rate is in the Top 20% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Top 35% compared to the CEOs of all other companies in Los Angeles. Activision Blizzard’s CEO is highly regarded especially by Male employees, Caucasian employees, and employees in the Design department. However, employees with Over 10 Years experience, Asian or Pacific Islander employees, and employees with the company for 2 to 5 Years have a less favorable view of the CEO and believe there is room for improvement. Compared to Activision Blizzard’s competitors, Bobby Kotick ranks right above Riot Games CEO Nicolo Laurent. Under Kotick’s leadership, Activision Blizzard employee respondents are most happy about their Compensation and the company’s Happiness. Professional Development and Diversity are two areas, according to respondents, where Activision Blizzard could stand to see real improvement.

Activision Blizzard Leadership

The Activision Blizzard Executive Team is rated a “B” and led by CEO Bobby Kotick, Chief Executive Officer Bobby Kotick, and President & Chief Operating Officer Daniel Alegre

  • Bobby Kotick  CEO / President

    Bobby Kotick CEO / President

    Mr. Kotick has been a Director and Chief Executive Officer of Activision, Inc. since February 1991 until July 2008, when... read more

  • Bobby Kotick Chief Executive Officer

    Mr. Kotick has been a Director and Chief Executive Officer of Activision, Inc. since February 1991 until July 2008, when... read more

  • Daniel Alegre President & Chief Operating Officer

    Daniel Alegre has served as our Chief Operating Officer since April 2020. As COO, Daniel works closely with the... read more

  • Frances Townsend Executive Vice President for Corporate Affairs

    Frances F. Townsend has served as our Executive Vice President for Corporate Affairs, Corporate Secretary, and Chief... read more

  • Armin Zerza Chief Financial Officer

    Armin Zerza became Chief Financial Officer of Activision Blizzard in April 2021. In this role he oversees Activision... read more

  • Brian Bulatao Chief Administrative Officer

    Brian Bulatao has served as Chief Administrative Officer of Activision Blizzard since March 2021. Brian oversees the... read more

  • Grant Dixton Chief Legal Officer

    Grant Dixton has served as our Chief Legal Officer since June 2021. Prior to joining Activision Blizzard, Grant served... read more

  • Helaine Klasky Chief Communication Officer

    Helaine Klasky has served as our Chief Communications Officer since March 2020. In this role, she oversees both internal... read more

  • Julie Hodges Chief People Officer

    Julie Hodges has served as our Chief People Officer since September 2021. Prior to joining Activision Blizzard, Julie... read more

Diversity & Inclusion at Activision Blizzard

Diverse employees at Activision Blizzard score the company 59/100 across various culture categories, placing Activision Blizzard in the Bottom 30% of companies on Comparably with 5,001-10,000 Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Activision Blizzard across various culture dimensions.

A Culture of Inclusion and Belonging,,Diversity fuels innovation, so we’re creating an environment where differences are embraced, valued, celebrated and always welcomed. Our best work comes from a culture in which our employees bring their authentic and best selves – we work hard to create an environment that encourages and celebrates this belief. And we’re proud that we have been recognized for our efforts, including being named one of the “Best Places to Work for LGBTQ Equality” by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Corporate Equality Index in 2019 and 2020.,,We understand there is still work to do, and we continue our efforts by focusing on our people, culture, content, and communities. ,,Our People. Our Culture.,,We value the diversity of the Activision Blizzard Community and understand that our employees and players come from a wide array of backgrounds. In order to deliver epic and engaging entertainment for a diverse, growing global audience, our workforce must reflect these communities and have the opportunities and resources to unlock their potential. By embedding DE&I practices and programs in the full employee lifecycle, we strive to attract, retain, and grow world-class talent that is reflective of our player communities.,,Across our organization, fostering an inclusive culture where employees feel valued, heard and a sense of belonging is mission-critical. One way we are working towards this is through the expansion?of our Employee Network groups, which create opportunities?for cultural awareness, professional development, networking, community involvement, and player connections. These groups are inclusive by design, and are open to?all employees.,,Our Content. Our Communities.,,Inclusive game and content design is an absolute necessity. From developing unique tools to assess the diversity of characters in a game, to focusing on making our games more accessible to gamers with varying abilities, our goal is to create content that welcomes all players.,,The ability to drive positive impact reaches beyond our global gaming community. We develop partnerships that increase diversity in our industry and create bigger and better opportunities for future generations of game-changers. ,,We invest in programs that provide underserved students with exposure to education and career opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM). Blizzard Entertainment partners with Girls Who Code, a nonprofit focused on closing the gender gap in technology, to host a seven-week program for girls to learn coding and gain exposure to careers in tech. ,,At King, we collaborate with Diversi, a nonprofit working for greater diversity in gaming. King also awards full scholarships to several women attending college/university each year, sending them to the Game Developers Conference in San Francisco. Through collaboration with STEM Advantage, to mentor and prepare women and students in underserved communities, Ada College, a digital design program, and Hello World, a computer science enrichment program, King provides access to science and information technology to children of all backgrounds, helping them build careers in the tech industry. 

Ranked Culture the Highest

Women N/A/100
Men 78/100
Department - Design
Diverse Employees 62/100
Department - Design

Ranked Culture the Lowest

Women N/A/100
Men 50/100
Tenure - 2 to 5 Years
Diverse Employees 40/100
Tenure - 2 to 5 Years

Activision Blizzard Perks & Benefits

Healthcare: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts Televideo Medicine & Life & Disability Family support from Rethink Fertility treatment and family building from Kindbody Mental Health therapy coverage Wealthcare: 401(k) Retirements Savings Plan 529 College Savings Plan Financial Wellness Programs & Resources Time Away: Paid Vacation, Holiday, & Float Days Paid Leaves: Parental, Sick, Compassion Bereavements & Military Discounted gym membership Insurance: Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Critical Illness, Accident, & Whole Life

Health & Wellness

  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Gym Membership / Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

  • PTO / Vacation Policy
  • Paid Holidays
  • Maternity / Paternity Leave

Financial Benefits

  • 401K / Retirement Plan
  • Performance Bonus
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Office Perks

  • Pet-Friendly
  • Company Social Outings
  • Legal Assistance
  • Work From Home Policy
  • Unique Office Space

Activision Blizzard PTO

Activision Blizzard's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 20-30 days off a year. Paid Time Off is Activision Blizzard's most important benefit besides Healthcare when ranked by employees, with 100% of employees saying it is the most important benefit.

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Vacation Policy100%
Office Meals0%
401k Contribution0%
Childcare0%
Other than healthcare, which of the following benefits is most important to you?
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Does your boss expect you to work when you're on vacation?
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$2500+/mo0%
$1500 - $2500/mo0%
$1000 -$1500/mo0%
$500 -$1000/mo0%
Less than $500/mo0%
What do you estimate the cash value of your benefits to be? Healthcare, PTO, etc?

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H1B Visa

In 2019, Activision Blizzard applied for 2 H1B visas. Of the work permits applied for, 100% were approved.

Work Permit Application Outcome

Activision Blizzard has a total of 6800 employees

2
Total Applied
  • 100% Granted (2 out of 2)
  • 0% Denied ( out of 2)
  • 0% Withdrawn Application was withdrawn by the employer before approval/rejection ( out of 2)
  • 0% Certified-Withdrawn Application was approved but later withdrawn by employer ( out of 2)

This data was calculated using publicly sourced data from OFLC Performance Data

Let Activision Blizzard Know You Want To Work There

Overview of Candidates Interested in Activision Blizzard on Comparably

Candidates By Department

All Industries
31%
IT
18%
Engineering
16%
Product
9%
Marketing
9%
Other
18%

Candidates By Location

Los Angeles
33%
New York City
7%
San Francisco
4%
Santa Monica
2%
Whittier
2%
Other
51%

Frequently Asked Questions regarding Activision Blizzard

What is Activision Blizzard address?

Activision Blizzard location is at 2701 Olympic Boulevard Building B

Who is the CEO of Activision Blizzard?

Activision Blizzard CEO is Bobby Kotick, their score by employees is 73

What are the salaries in Activision Blizzard

The average salary for employees in Activision Blizzard is 113066$

What is Activision Blizzard eNPS?

The eNPS for Activision Blizzard is 45

What is Activision Blizzard revenue?

Activision Blizzard revenue is $7B

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