Are you an experienced and visionary Communications Director with a passion for gaming? Skillsearch is partnering with a leading client in the gaming industry to find a talented individual to oversee all internal and external communication strategies. In this pivotal role, you will foster a strong internal culture, build a cohesive brand identity, and engage external audiences, including players, media, and industry stakeholders. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with exceptional leadership skills and communication expertise.
This is an exciting opportunity to shape and elevate the brand of a leading company in the gaming industry. If you're a proactive, creative leader with a passion for video games and storytelling, this role could be the perfect fit for you!
Key Responsibilities
External Communication:
Brand Strategy and Management:
- Develop and implement a cohesive communication strategy to elevate the company’s brand within the gaming industry.
- Oversee the creation of corporate marketing and promotional content, ensuring alignment with the company’s voice and values.
- Define and update key messages, Q&A content, and processes for handling sensitive topics and crisis communication.
- Brief and collaborate closely with external communication partners.
- Establish communication activity plans and report progress to the management team.
Media Relations:
- Build and maintain relationships with press, influencers, and key media outlets.
- Develop and distribute press releases, manage interviews, and ensure accurate media representation.
- Identify opportunities for company spokespeople and collaborate on content for interviews and appearances.
Social Media and Community Engagement:
- Manage professional community engagement through channels such as LinkedIn, forums, and blogs.
- Define and implement content plans to grow visibility and engagement.
- Monitor social media performance, community feedback, and sentiment.
- Provide leadership and set clear goals for the multimedia content team.
Event Coordination:
- Lead communication efforts for major industry events and conferences.
- Prepare speaking points, presentations, and materials for executive appearances.
- Propose and drive media and conference training for key spokespeople.
Internal Communication:
Team Alignment:
- Develop and manage internal communication strategies to ensure alignment with the company’s mission, culture, and goals.
- Facilitate transparency through newsletters, Q&A sessions, briefings, and town halls.
Internal Messaging:
- Craft compelling and engaging communication for event invitations, announcements, and updates.
Studio Events:
- Develop and execute an annual calendar of internal events that align with company vision and goals.
- Oversee the planning and delivery of high-quality events to enhance team engagement.
- Conduct pre- and post-event surveys to gather feedback and assess impact.
Change Management:
- Support internal messaging during organizational changes, ensuring clarity and consistency.
- Advise leadership on effective employee communication strategies.
Culture Building:
- Promote the company’s culture and values through storytelling and branding efforts.
- Organize and communicate company-wide events, workshops, and engagement programs.
Qualifications and Key Skills
- Proven experience in a senior communications role, ideally within the video game or tech industries.
- Strong understanding of video game development, publishing, and industry trends.
- Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills.
- Demonstrated success in leading both internal and external communication campaigns.
- Experience collaborating with creative teams, marketing, and community managers.
- Proficiency in communication tools and platforms, including social media, PR software, and internal collaboration tools.
- Strong strategic thinking, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
- Proven experience building relationships with media, influencers, and stakeholders.
- Expertise in crisis communication and reputation management.
- A passion for video games and gaming culture.
Additional Information:
This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
If this job motivates and inspires you, please contact Jay from Skillsearch at jrm@skillsearch.com today.
Here at Skillsearch, we specialise in connecting skilled professionals with opportunities in the Games, Interactive, and Enterprise Systems industries globally. For over 30 years, we’ve helped people find rewarding roles in niche areas such as Workday, Oracle, VR, and eCommerce. Follow us to discover exciting jobs, stay updated on industry news, and connect with our dedicated team of consultants. Welcome to Skillsearch!
Years of experience and salary levels are shown purely as a guide. We will only consider applications from candidates that can demonstrate the skills or experience required for the role.
Please be aware that while we would love to respond to every application we receive, due to high numbers we cannot guarantee this. We do however appreciate any time you invest into the application and will make sure to get in touch should anything in future more closely fit your skillset.
