Rick Rollins
About Rick Rollins
Rick Rollins is the Director of Talent Acquisition at Adobe, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in recruitment, having held positions at notable companies such as Google, Yahoo, and eBay.
Current Role at Adobe
Rick Rollins serves as the Director of Talent Acquisition at Adobe, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he oversees recruitment for Adobe's Digital Strategy Group and is responsible for talent acquisition strategies for Adobe's Experience Cloud Business Development. His leadership focuses on aligning recruitment efforts with the company's strategic goals and ensuring a robust pipeline of talent.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Prior to his current role, Rick Rollins accumulated extensive experience in talent acquisition across various companies. He worked at Magento, an Adobe Company, as Manager of Global Talent Acquisition from 2015 to 2018. He also served as a Recruitment Consultant at Magento from 2011 to 2012. His experience includes roles at eBay as Manager of Global Talent Acquisition from 2012 to 2015 and at Myspace as Talent Acquisition Manager from 2008 to 2011.
Early Career and Technical Background
Rick Rollins began his career as a Software Engineer at AT&T, where he worked from 2000 to 2006. He transitioned into recruitment roles starting with Yahoo as a Recruiter from 2007 to 2008, followed by a position at VMware from 2006 to 2007. His technical background supports his understanding of the skills and qualifications needed in the tech industry.
Education and Academic Qualifications
Rick Rollins holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Systems Engineering from Howard University. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master’s Degree in Management Information Systems and Services from Webster University. His academic background provides a solid foundation for his roles in both technical and managerial capacities.
Recruitment Strategy Development
Throughout his career, Rick Rollins has developed and implemented staffing strategies tailored to various business needs. At Adobe, he has focused on strategies for the company's government businesses, ensuring that recruitment aligns with organizational objectives and market demands.