Freelance Account Director, Gaming (AAA Titles)
About the Role
We're looking for a seasoned Account Director with deep gaming industry experience to lead campaign delivery for a major AAA game launching next year, alongside a portfolio of smaller indie titles in gaming space. You'll be joining a small team of four and will play a key role in shaping and executing high-impact campaigns across digital, out-of-home, cinema, and paid social channels.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead end-to-end campaign delivery for a £10 million AAA game launch
* Oversee strategy and activation across digital, OOH, cinema, and paid social (YouTube, Reddit, etc.)
* Collaborate with internal planning teams to ensure seamless execution
* Guide and mentor Account Managers and Account Executives
* Monitor campaign performance and contribute to reporting and insights
* Build and maintain relationships with specialist gaming media and platforms
* Represent the agency with authority and insight in client meetings
* Bring deep gaming knowledge and passion to elevate creative and strategic output
Ideal Candidate
* Proven experience working on at least 3 AAA gaming titles
* Strong network and contacts at specialist gaming sites (e.g., IGN, Eurogamer, GameSpot)
* Confident leading client conversations and guiding junior team members
* Passionate about gaming, from blockbuster titles to niche indie genres
* Comfortable working in a remote, flexible team environment
Desired Skills and Experience
Freelance Account Director, Gaming (AAA Titles)
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