STEVEN KHIZEKIA
San Diego,CA
Summary
Results-driven Senior Recruiter with 8+ years of experience in tech and entertainment recruiting, specializing in gaming, media, digital product and generative AI. Proven track record of exceeding hiring targets and implementing data-driven recruitment strategies across global markets.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Recruiter
Amazon – MPD & Games
01.2022 - Current
- Led full-cycle recruitment for technical and non-technical roles, enhancing talent acquisition strategy achieving 185% of hiring quota.
- Passively sourced 32 senior hires YTD across 4 tech, analytics, creative and go to market strategy.
- Mentored junior recruiters, fostering professional development and improving team recruitment efficiency.
- Drove Luna Cloud Gaming AI recruitment, achieving 45% headcount fill rate for specialized Machine Learning and Applied Science roles
- Increased candidate engagement 33% through strategic talent mapping for senior technical roles in Montreal gaming studio
- Launched impactful bi-weekly market analysis newsletter for leadership, driving informed hiring decisions and strengthening business partnerships
Sr. Sourcing Recruiter
Amazon Studios & Prime Video
02.2019 - 12.2021
- Exceeded YOY quota with 225% personal attainment, sourcing 120+ successful placements
- Achieved 65% women representation in onsite interviews through targeted sourcing strategies
- Delivered 10+ BLNA senior hires in Q1 2021 through strategic DEI initiatives
- Reduced job creation turnaround by 40% by implementing standardized global requisition processes
- Led international expansion hiring, securing key leadership roles including Head of French Originals Marketing, Head of Content Acquisition Africa, and Head of Prime Video Content Canada
- Developed and implemented sourcing strategies to attract top talent for Amazon Studios and Prime Video by hosting bi-weekly lunch and learns with passive talent.
Sr. Talent Supply Chain Engagement Coordinator
Amazon
01.2017 - 02.2019
- Drove 2000+ seasonal & full-time associate hires across multiple business lines
- Increased on-site attendance by 20% through optimized candidate funnel management
- Improved Day 1 show rates by 15% through enhanced candidate experience protocols
- Led and mentored 8 Sr. Coordinators, achieving #2 national ranking in new associate staffing
Education
B.S. in Business Administration - Human Resource Management
California State University, Stanislaus
01.2012
Skills
- Gaming & Interactive Entertainment
- Digital Content & Streaming
- Machine Learning & Generative AI
- Technical Recruitment
- Global Talent Markets
- Talent acquisition strategy
Timeline
Sr. Recruiter
Amazon – MPD & Games
01.2022 - Current
Sr. Sourcing Recruiter
Amazon Studios & Prime Video
02.2019 - 12.2021
Sr. Talent Supply Chain Engagement Coordinator
Amazon
01.2017 - 02.2019
B.S. in Business Administration - Human Resource Management
California State University, Stanislaus