Director, Customer Support at Playground

Denver, Colorado, United States

Playground Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Child Care, EdTech, SaaSIndustries

Requirements

  • 3–5 years of experience leading customer support or operations teams at a B2B SaaS company
  • Proven success managing metrics, improving processes, and driving measurable customer satisfaction
  • A people-first mindset with a passion for coaching, developing, and motivating teams
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
  • Experience with support platforms like Intercom, Salesforce, and Linear
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment
  • Strong system skills to help build AI enabled support systems and tools
  • A proactive, “roll up your sleeves” attitude and willingness to jump in wherever needed
  • Open to a fully in-person role in Denver, CO

Responsibilities

  • Lead and Coach the Team: Manage and mentor a team of support specialists, ensuring top-tier service across chat, email, and phone
  • Drive Operational Excellence: Track KPIs, SLAs, and team performance metrics to improve response times and quality
  • Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner with Product, Engineering, and Customer Success to troubleshoot complex issues and surface key insights
  • Elevate the Customer Experience: Build scalable processes that ensure every customer interaction is seamless and empathetic
  • Recruit and Train: Hire, onboard, and develop new team members as Playground continues to expand
  • Act on Feedback: Gather customer insights, document recurring issues, and collaborate with Product to drive improvements
  • Stay Product-Savvy: Maintain a deep understanding of Playground’s platform to empower your team and guide customers effectively
  • Prepare for Scale: Anticipate needs, improve workflows, and ensure our support systems evolve as our customer base grows

Skills

Team Management
Mentoring
Customer Support
KPI Tracking
SLA Management
Performance Metrics
Operational Excellence
Chat Support
Email Support
Phone Support

Playground

Platform for hosting and sharing virtual events

About Playground

PlaygroundApp.com provides a platform for creators and cultural makers to host and share virtual events and experiences, ranging from operas to raves. The platform connects people globally, allowing users to discover and participate in cultural events from anywhere. It serves artists, musicians, and cultural enthusiasts, helping them reach wider audiences and monetize their events. PlaygroundApp operates in the growing virtual events market, offering a curated selection of experiences that cater to diverse interests. The company generates revenue through ticket sales, subscription fees, and partnerships, supporting both free and paid events to engage a broad user base.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2019Year Founded
$3.3MTotal Funding
SEEDCompany Stage
VR & AR, EntertainmentIndustries
11-50Employees

Risks

Emerging competition from platforms like Saakuru Labs could divert attention from Playground.
User adoption may be challenging if Playground doesn't differentiate from existing platforms.
A shift back to in-person events could reduce demand for virtual experiences.

Differentiation

Playground offers a unique blend of virtual and cultural arts events.
The platform connects global audiences through shared cultural experiences.
Playground supports both free and paid events, catering to diverse user preferences.

Upsides

Increased demand for hybrid events expands Playground's audience reach.
AI-driven content curation can enhance user engagement on Playground.
5G technology improves Playground's livestream quality and interactive features.

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