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Jacqueline Pritchard

Galway

Summary

A highly motivated and results-driven recruiter with over 5 years of full cycle Recruitment experience. In my most recent position, I helped That's No Moon Entertainment grow from the ground up. As one of the founding recruiters, I’ve played a pivotal role in building the recruitment function and scaling talent acquisition efforts across all levels. Skilled in global technical recruitment, candidate sourcing, and applicant tracking systems, I’ve successfully filled 100+ critical roles in a fast-paced startup environment. Passionate about fostering a diverse and inclusive hiring process, I consistently deliver an outstanding candidate experience through clear communication, personalized engagement, and strategic relationship-building.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Recruiter

That's No Moon Entertainment
07.2021 - Current
  • Full cycle Recruitment for Technical, Engineering, Production, Animation and Art Departments.
  • Managed pipelines and hired for up to 15 roles at any given time across multiple departments.
  • Sourced and engaged passive candidates through LinkedIn and other unique sourcing avenues, successfully filling 20+ roles through cold outreach across both technical and non-technical functions.
  • Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
  • Conducted phone screens to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills and experience.
  • Conducted reference checks, background screening and other pre-employment checks to verify information on applicant's resume.
  • Collaborated with hiring managers to craft job descriptions, hiring plans, and interview frameworks for all new positions.
  • Advised hiring managers on inclusive job description and interview processes to help reduce bias and improve diversity in candidate pipelines.
  • Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
  • Ensured a high quality candidate experience by providing timely updates and iterating helpful and constructive feedback.
  • Collaborated with board leadership to draft, approve, and extend offer letters
  • Managed onboarding workflows to ensure efficient and compliant new hire integration

Recruiting Coordinator

PlayStation
12.2018 - 05.2021
  • Partnered with Recruiters and Hiring Managers across PlayStation's Product Development Group, San Diego Studio, Santa Monica Studio, and Bend Studio to streamline and optimize the full interview lifecycle.
  • Scheduled and coordinated 40–50 interviews weekly (phone, video, and onsite), navigating multiple departments, time zones, and candidate logistics.
  • Supported Recruiters in building and maintaining strong candidate pipelines for both technical and non-technical roles.
  • Conducted resume reviews and initial candidate screenings for a variety of roles within technical and non-technical game development teams.
  • Attended conferences and helped coordinate PlayStation presence to promote positions, network with industry talent and expand candidate pipelines.
  • Administered technical assessments (e.g., programming tests) to evaluate candidate skill levels in early screening stages.
  • Drafted and processed nondisclosure agreements to protect sensitive information related to AAA projects and initiatives.
  • Arranged travel, accommodations, and managed expense reimbursements for out-of-town candidates.
  • Facilitated onsite orientation sessions, ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience for new hires.

Talent Acquisition Intern

Deckers Brands
10.2017 - 06.2018
  • Provided both administrative and project-based support to the Talent Acquisition team, contributing to daily recruiting operations and strategic hiring initiatives.
  • Coordinated and scheduled 20-30 interviews per week (phone, video, and onsite) across multiple departments and locations, ensuring seamless logistics while on a part-time intern schedule.
  • Helped foster a positive candidate experience by maintaining timely communication, sharing clear instructions, and promptly resolving scheduling or process-related issues.
  • Partnered with local staffing agencies to assist in sourcing and onboarding candidates for high-volume, onsite customer service roles.
  • Gained hands-on exposure to the full recruitment cycle, deepening understanding of best practices in candidate management, employer branding, and talent operations.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, California, U.S.A
06-2018

Skills

  • Startup Recruitment
  • Global Recruitment
  • Technical Recruitment
  • Candidate Sourcing
  • Talent management
  • Applicant Tracking System Management
  • Applicant assessment
  • Networking
  • Excellent verbal and written communication

Work Authorisation

Ireland (citizen)

Timeline

Recruiter

That's No Moon Entertainment
07.2021 - Current

Recruiting Coordinator

PlayStation
12.2018 - 05.2021

Talent Acquisition Intern

Deckers Brands
10.2017 - 06.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

University of California, Santa Barbara
Jacqueline Pritchard