At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences. Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry. This role will lead communications strategy and media relations within the United Kingdom and Ireland, working with Communications leadership to generate strategies for all Rockstar Games initiatives. Candidates will have experience delivering comprehensive blockbuster entertainment campaigns, a thorough understanding of current media and social media landscapes, from major mainstream networks to core specialist outlets and emergent media formats; and the ability to create powerful and innovative press and publicity opportunities. Candidates will be proactive, organized and forward-thinking, and a highly effective communicator with the ability to work well with teams across disparate locations. The successful candidate will share Rockstar Games’ passion for advancing culture and entertainment, possess exceptional attention to detail and an unwavering commitment to high-quality output no matter the task. This is a full-time, permanent and in-office position based in Rockstar’s unique game development studio in the heart of London. WHAT WE DO The Communications Team lead, develop, and implement strategic communications for all Rockstar Games projects including some of the biggest and most innovative entertainment properties in the world. We work with the publishing team to help introduce each new Rockstar Games product to the world, formulating messaging strategies and product positioning from reveal to launch, review and beyond. We manage media relations for all Rockstar Games properties. We coordinate product launches for high-profile console, PC and mobile gaming titles, as well as ongoing communications around Rockstar Games’ live services and more. RESPONSIBILITIES In conjunction with the global team, create, design and lead region-specific communications strategies for all Rockstar Games properties consistent with Rockstar’s overall brand strategy and philosophy. Collaborate across multiple internal teams, agencies, external partners and more. Identify target outlets, foster and maintain media contacts across all verticals and platforms. Generate local coverage in line with local and global communications objectives. Monitor local media coverage and sentiment of all Rockstar Games projects. Stay up to date with and regularly analyze changes to the modern media landscape to inform global publishing planning. Comfortably balance and prioritize a wide variety of project-specific deliverables. REQUIREMENTS 5 years of communications experience in video games or related entertainment field. A strong roster of existing media relationships in entertainment and culture spaces. Demonstrable knowledge of successful strategic marketing/communications campaigns across entertainment and culture. Proven track record of objective-led and met campaigns and/or initiatives. Comprehensive portfolio, including creative writing, accolades, and KPIs. Exceptional planning, communication, and interpersonal abilities. Thoughtful approach to all facets of work, with a genuine desire to achieve the best possible results, and above all, continue to learn. An acute awareness of how to craft effective messaging and achieve wide-scale visibility across the media and social platform landscape. A detail-oriented and organized approach to both autonomous and team-based workflows. Ability to remain calm, cool, and collected in high-pressure scenarios, ultimately bringing a positive, solutions-oriented attitude to all interactions. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Given the creative writing expected in this role, please note that a bespoke cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above is required when applying – further creative documentation and portfolios are highly recommended. HOW TO APPLY Please apply with a CV and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process. Rockstar is committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity and respect. In line with this commitment, Rockstar will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process in order for such applicants to be considered for the position for which they are applying, as well as to qualified employees to enable them to perform the essential functions of their roles. If you need more information about Rockstar’s reasonable accommodation policies or process, or need to request an accommodation, please notify your recruiter during the interview process. If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category. LI-GJ1