Kayla Fischer
About Kayla Fischer
Kayla Fischer is a Talent Sourcer at Wizards of the Coast, where she engages with a global community of gaming enthusiasts. She has previous experience in technical sourcing and recruitment roles at Amazon and Aston Carter, and holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from San Jose State University.
Current Role at Wizards of the Coast
Kayla Fischer serves as a Talent Sourcer at Wizards of the Coast, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she engages with a global community of digital and in-person gaming enthusiasts. Her work contributes to a team that focuses on storytelling, art, and innovative gameplay, aligning with the company's reputation for iconic brands such as Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons.
Previous Experience at Amazon
Before joining Wizards of the Coast, Kayla Fischer worked at Amazon as a Technical Sourcing Recruiter in the Devices division. Her tenure lasted for 8 months in 2021, during which she was based in the Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area. This role involved sourcing talent for technical positions within the company.
Career Background at Aston Carter
Kayla Fischer has a significant history with Aston Carter, where she held multiple roles. She worked as a Recruiter for 11 months in 2019, followed by a year as an Account Manager from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, she served as a GRC Solutions Executive for 8 months in 2021. Her experiences at Aston Carter contributed to her expertise in talent sourcing and recruitment.
Educational Background in Psychology
Kayla Fischer earned her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from San Jose State University, where she studied from 2013 to 2016. This educational background provides her with insights into human behavior, which can be advantageous in her talent sourcing and recruitment roles.
Early Career Experience
In her early career, Kayla Fischer worked as an Analyst at Lemma Wine Co for 7 months in 2018 before being laid off. She also gained experience in the service industry as a Server at Old Market Pub & Brewery from 2018 to 2019. These roles contributed to her diverse skill set and understanding of different work environments.