Michael Nichols
About Michael Nichols
Michael Nichols is the Lead Technical Recruiter at Riot Games, where he has worked since 2013. He has extensive experience in technical recruitment within the gaming industry, having previously held positions at Electronic Arts, Zynga, Infinity Ward, and THQ, Inc.
Current Role at Riot Games
Michael Nichols serves as the Lead Technical Recruiter at Riot Games, a position he has held since 2013. In this role, he focuses on recruiting engineering talent for major titles, including League of Legends, Teamfight Tactics, and League R&D projects. His responsibilities include sourcing candidates and managing stakeholder relationships to ensure recruitment efforts align with the strategic goals of the company. Nichols has over a decade of experience in this role, contributing to the growth and success of Riot Games.
Previous Experience in Recruitment
Prior to his current role, Michael Nichols accumulated significant experience in recruitment across various companies in the gaming industry. He worked at Electronic Arts as a Senior Recruiter from 2002 to 2004, followed by a position at Infinity Ward as a Senior Recruitment Consultant from 2004 to 2006. He then served as the Lead Talent Acquisition Consultant at THQ, Inc. from 2006 to 2012, and later as a Senior Technical Recruiter at Zynga from 2012 to 2013. This diverse background has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of recruitment strategies within the gaming sector.
Education and Expertise
Michael Nichols holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from California State University-Long Beach, where he studied in the College of Business. He also earned a Master of Arts in Spiritual Psychology from Sofia University. His educational background, combined with his extensive experience in recruitment, provides him with a strong foundation in recruitment strategy and effectiveness, particularly in the gaming industry.
Contributions to the Industry
In addition to his recruitment role, Michael Nichols actively contributes to the Riot Engineering Blog. Through this platform, he shares insights and developments related to technical recruitment, enhancing the understanding of recruitment practices within the gaming industry. His focus on culture and branding further enhances the candidate experience at Riot Games, demonstrating his commitment to improving recruitment processes.