Senior Diversity, Inclusion & Accessibility Lead – Remote Gaming Portfolio – arenaflex – $75,000+ Yearly Compensation

About arenaflex – Pioneering the Future of Interactive Entertainment

arenaflex is reshaping how the world experiences leisure. With a global audience of over 230 million paid members spanning more than 190 countries, arenaflex delivers an unrivaled library of movies, series, documentaries, and original content. The company’s ambition now extends into the fast‑growing realm of video games, where it is building a vibrant ecosystem of immersive, inclusive, and accessible gaming experiences. As a remote‑first organization, arenaflex empowers its talent to work from anywhere while fostering a culture of freedom, responsibility, and relentless innovation.

Why This Role Matters

As the Senior Diversity, Inclusion & Accessibility Lead for arenaflex’s external games portfolio, you will be the strategic architect and champion of D&I initiatives that shape every stage of game development—from concept to launch. Your work will ensure that arenaflex’s games are not only entertaining but also welcoming to players of all backgrounds, abilities, and identities. This is a unique opportunity to influence an industry‑defining product line, collaborate with world‑class creators, and drive meaningful change across the global gaming community.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Vision: Design, develop, and continuously refine a comprehensive D&I strategy for arenaflex’s external games, aligning it with corporate goals and industry best practices.
• Leadership & Advocacy: Inspire and guide cross‑functional teams—including producers, product managers, engineers, and creative leads—to embed D&I principles into every decision point of the game development lifecycle.
• Program Management: Launch and oversee flagship D&I programs, workshops, and mentorship initiatives that elevate underrepresented talent and foster inclusive design thinking.
• Collaboration with Partners: Build strong relationships with external development studios, ensuring they adopt arenaflex’s accessibility standards and inclusive design frameworks.
• Industry Influence: Represent arenaflex at conferences, panels, and industry forums, advocating for broader adoption of inclusive gaming practices and identifying partnership opportunities with leading advocacy groups.
• Operational Excellence: Manage day‑to‑day project execution using structured methodologies, tracking milestones, budgets, and key performance indicators to guarantee timely delivery of D&I objectives.
• Team Development: Lead a small, high‑performing team of project managers and producers focused on accessibility, providing mentorship, performance feedback, and career growth pathways.
• Impact Measurement: Develop robust metrics and reporting mechanisms to assess the effectiveness of D&I initiatives, presenting insights to senior leadership and refining strategies based on data‑driven outcomes.

Essential Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of hands‑on experience driving diversity, inclusion, and accessibility initiatives within the gaming industry.
• Proven track record of creating and executing D&I strategies that have demonstrably improved representation and accessibility in published games.
• Deep understanding of game development pipelines for both mobile and PC platforms, with the ability to translate inclusive design concepts into actionable development tasks.
• Strong background in inclusive game design, including familiarity with accessibility standards such as the Game Accessibility Guidelines and WCAG principles.
• Exceptional communication and influencing skills, capable of building consensus across senior leadership, creative teams, and external partners.
• Demonstrated ability to lead through vision and empathy, fostering collaborative environments that empower diverse voices.
• Passion for gaming culture, with a personal commitment to playing and analyzing games from an inclusive perspective.

Preferred Qualifications & Additional Skills

• Experience working with external development studios and managing multi‑studio collaborations.
• Familiarity with industry advocacy groups and networks that support underrepresented creators (e.g., arenaflex, arenaflex, arenaflex).
• Background in data‑driven decision making, including the ability to design dashboards and KPI frameworks for D&I performance.
• Knowledge of emerging trends in inclusive technology, such as adaptive controllers, AI‑driven accessibility tools, and narrative diversity.
• Certification in accessibility (e.g., IAAP Certified Professional in Accessibility) or related fields.

Core Competencies for Success

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to see the big picture while translating high‑level D&I goals into concrete, measurable actions.
• Collaboration: Skilled at partnering with creative, technical, and business stakeholders to embed inclusive practices without compromising artistic vision.
• Problem Solving: Creative, out‑of‑the‑box approach to overcoming barriers to inclusion, especially in complex, fast‑paced development environments.
• Leadership Presence: Confidence to champion change, inspire teams, and influence senior executives.
• Technical Literacy: Comfortable discussing technical constraints and opportunities with engineers, designers, and QA teams.
• Empathy & Cultural Awareness: Deep respect for diverse player experiences and the ability to translate those insights into product improvements.

Career Growth & Learning Opportunities

arenaflex invests heavily in the professional development of its employees. In this role, you will have access to:

• Mentorship from senior leaders in both the gaming and broader entertainment divisions.
• Funding for conferences, workshops, and certifications focused on accessibility, inclusive design, and leadership.
• Opportunities to lead cross‑functional initiatives that influence the company’s overall product strategy.
• A clear pathway to senior director or executive‑level positions within arenaflex’s rapidly expanding interactive entertainment segment.

Work Environment & Culture at arenaflex

arenaflex’s culture is built on two core pillars: Freedom and Responsibility. Employees are trusted to make decisions, experiment, and own outcomes. This philosophy extends to remote work, where you can design a schedule that maximizes productivity and personal well‑being. The company celebrates diversity not just as a metric, but as a source of creative strength, encouraging every team member to bring their authentic self to work.

Key Cultural Highlights

• Flexibility: Remote‑first policy with flexible hours, allowing you to balance work with personal commitments.
• Innovation Labs: Access to internal labs where you can prototype new accessibility tools and share findings across the organization.
• Inclusive Community: Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) focused on gender, ethnicity, neurodiversity, and LGBTQ+ advocacy.
• Transparent Communication: Regular town‑halls, open Q&A sessions with senior leadership, and a culture of candid feedback.

Compensation, Perks & Benefits

arenaflex offers a competitive total rewards package designed to attract top talent and support long‑term well‑being.

• Base Salary: $75,000 + USD per year, calibrated to experience, market benchmarks, and geographic location.
• Performance Bonus: Annual discretionary bonus tied to individual and company performance.
• Equity Participation: Stock options or restricted stock units (RSUs) that align your success with arenaflex’s growth.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus mental‑health resources and wellness stipends.
• Family Support: Generous parental leave, flexible childcare options, and family‑friendly policies.
• Learning & Development: Tuition reimbursement, internal learning platforms, and a budget for external courses.
• Gaming Perks: Complimentary arenaflex gaming subscription, early access to upcoming titles, and a budget for personal gaming equipment.
• Work‑Life Balance: Unlimited PTO, paid holidays, and a culture that encourages taking time to recharge.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about shaping an inclusive future for gaming and thrive in a dynamic, remote‑first environment, we want to hear from you. Join arenaflex and help us create games that reflect the rich diversity of our global audience.

Apply Now – Start Your Journey with arenaflex!