James Orbein Schafer
About James Orbein Schafer
James Orbein Schafer serves as the Supervisor of Talent Acquisition at Riot Games, a position he has held since 2022. He has a background in anthropology from UCLA and extensive experience in recruitment and customer experience across various companies, including Amazon and The TJX Companies.
Work at Riot Games
James Orbein Schafer has been serving as Supervisor of Talent Acquisition at Riot Games since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing recruitment strategies and processes within the company. His work is based in the Los Angeles Metropolitan Area, where he contributes to the growth and development of the talent pool at Riot Games.
Education and Expertise
James Schafer completed his high school education at Coral Gables Senior High School, graduating in 2009. He then pursued higher education at UCLA, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Anthropology from 2009 to 2013. His educational background provides him with a unique perspective on human behavior and organizational culture, which is beneficial in his talent acquisition role.
Professional Background
James Schafer has a diverse professional background in talent acquisition and customer experience. He began his career at The TJX Companies, Inc. as a Customer Experience Manager from 2013 to 2015. He later worked at Amazon in various roles, including Recruitment Associate, Recruiting Coordinator, and Talent Acquisition Manager, from 2018 to 2022. His experience spans multiple facets of recruitment and customer service, enhancing his skills in talent management.
Previous Roles and Responsibilities
Before joining Riot Games, James Schafer held several positions that contributed to his expertise in talent acquisition. He worked as a Program Director at UCLA UniCamp from 2013 to 2014, where he managed programs and initiatives. His roles at Amazon included working as a Recruiter and a Talent Acquisition Manager, where he focused on sourcing and hiring talent for various departments.