Job Description Publicist/ PR Executive | 12m Contract | Gaming Experience Essential | Well known Entertainment Group | £140 - £150 pd | Interviewing immediately !!!
My client a world class Entertainment Group are currently recruiting for a Publicist on a 12m contract who has at least 3+ years' experience working either in a PR Agency or Inhouse on national campaigns within the gaming industry.
This is an exciting opportunity to gain an insight into a well known a respected brand in the market in a position that has a wide range of responsibilities where you can grow and develop as a PR specialist.
These responsibilities include but are not limited to; title campaign activity, external agency management, influencer engagement, social media management and reporting over the Home Entertainment Games, Film and TV portfolio.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
Lead titles and associated budget across Games (Console, PC & Mobile), Theatrical New Release, Catalogue, TV and Family Entertainment product.
Lead on briefing and managing agencies to implement campaign strategy and approve any agency generated creative materials.
Develop and maintain relationships with key UK media and influencers.
Work with the wider team on publicity events. This includes talent tours, premieres, consumer events, junkets, hands-on demo events, game developer tours, studio visits, consumer, trade and partner events
Direct and manage all reporting, systems and communication.
Maintain a strong working relationship with the other offices to secure materials, approvals and ensure creative and legal guidelines are met.
Key Skills and Experience
A strong communicator
Proven track record of delivering creative and engaging PR campaigns.
Ability to manage the general day-to-day activities in a fast-paced environment
Strong media knowledge with a good network of journalists or contacts in the industry.
Experience drafting PR plans and strategy, decks and documents.
Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships
Self-motivated with the ability to use own initiative
Persistent, dedicated and logical
Team Player ability
Flexible and adaptable
Strong time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines effectively
Analytical skills and close attention to detail.
3 years prior PR agency or in-house experience working on national campaigns. Games experience is essential and film/tv experience is preferred.
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