Jennifer Bales

Director, Games Marketing at Crunchyroll

Jennifer Bales, MBA, has extensive work experience in various industries, including gaming, marketing, community management, and public affairs. Jennifer is currently serving as the Director of Games Marketing at Crunchyroll. Prior to this role, they worked as a Product Marketing Manager at Jam City, where they were responsible for product and lifecycle marketing for Disney mobile titles. Jennifer also managed marketing teams, developed marketing strategies, and contributed to user acquisition and publishing strategies.

Before joining Jam City, Jennifer worked as a Community Manager at Electronic Arts (EA), where they focused on managing the community and engaging with customers. Jennifer also gained experience in the food and hospitality industry as a Community Leader for MyFab5, where they engaged with the local foodie community through social media and content promotion.

Additionally, Jennifer worked as an Associate Manager of Global Brand Marketing at Warner Bros. Entertainment Group of Companies, where they contributed to brand marketing initiatives. Jennifer also gained experience in public affairs and community relations through various roles at Kaiser Permanente.

Jennifer's early career included roles such as Project Manager at Rose International, Office Administrator/Accountant at Investors Trust, and Learning Coach/Barista at Starbucks. Jennifer also worked as an LA Sports Photographer at Examiner.com, where they took pictures of local sports events and wrote articles on them.

In summary, Jennifer Bales, MBA, has a diverse background in gaming, marketing, community management, public affairs, and photography, with experience in various notable companies such as Crunchyroll, Jam City, and Warner Bros. Entertainment Group of Companies.

Jennifer Bales, MBA, has a strong educational background in business and managerial economics. Jennifer obtained their Bachelor's degree from the University of California, Irvine, where they studied Business/Managerial Economics from 2005 to 2010.

Continuing their education, Jennifer pursued a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) with a focus on Marketing and Social Media at National University from 2014 to 2016. This experience allowed their to develop a deeper understanding of marketing strategies and the role of social media in business.

Prior to their university studies, Jennifer earned a High School Diploma from Bishop Alemany High School from 2001 to 2005, which served as a foundation for their further education.

Additionally, Jennifer holds two notable certifications. Jennifer became a Microsoft Excel Certified Professional in March 2016 from the Desktop Training Academy, showcasing their proficiency in utilizing Excel for various business-related tasks. Furthermore, Jennifer obtained a certification in Animal Psychology from Holly and Hugo in January 2015, which reflects their interest and knowledge in this particular field.

Overall, Jennifer Bales, MBA, demonstrates a dedication to their education and a pursuit of knowledge in business and related disciplines.

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  • Director, Games Marketing

    August, 2022 - present