Jordan Wilkinson
About Jordan Wilkinson
Jordan Wilkinson is a Senior Technical Recruiter at Riot Games, where he has worked since 2021. He previously held recruiting positions at Aerotek and Amazon Web Services, and has a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Clemson University.
Work at Riot Games
Jordan Wilkinson has been employed at Riot Games as a Senior Technical Recruiter since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for providing recruiting updates during weekly meetings with the Player Platform and Talent Acquisition teams. He conducts final 'Round Up' meetings with hiring and interviewing teams to discuss candidate feedback and formulate offers or pivot plans for qualified candidates. Additionally, he holds regular recruiting meetings on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays to discuss updates on all candidates in process throughout Player Platform and Riot Client.
Previous Experience in Recruitment
Before joining Riot Games, Jordan Wilkinson worked at Amazon Web Services (AWS) as a Recruiter for five months in 2021. Prior to that, he served as a Financial Recruiter at Aerotek from 2019 to 2021 for two years in the Charlotte, North Carolina Area. His experience in these roles has contributed to his expertise in technical recruitment and candidate sourcing.
Education and Expertise
Jordan Wilkinson studied at Clemson University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from 2014 to 2018. He also attended the South Carolina Governor's School for Science & Mathematics for one year from 2012 to 2013. His educational background has equipped him with skills relevant to his recruitment role, particularly in understanding market trends and candidate needs.
Innovations in Recruitment Processes
At Riot Games, Jordan Wilkinson has developed semi-automated sourcing systems that utilize Tableau reporting data to identify previously rejected candidates. He also created automated sourcing systems within Greenhouse to target applicants who had not received feedback for an extended period. These innovations aim to streamline the recruitment process and enhance candidate engagement.
Internship Experience
In 2017, Jordan Wilkinson completed a three-month internship as a Development Intern at Make-A-Wish® Central and Western North Carolina in the Charlotte, North Carolina Area. This experience provided him with insights into nonprofit operations and development, further diversifying his professional background.