Communication Manager
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Job Summary
The mission of the Communications Manager is to manage earned relationships with press media and relevant local organisations. The Communications Manager will drive local coverage across specialist entertainment mainstream and corporate press with awareness and engagement strategies and consideration depending on the target audience. The local Communication team will be responsible for working alongside the central communication teams to deploy and implement the global brand communication strategies adapting them for their specific territory. Utilising a player-centric mentality and using their knowledge of videogames entertainment and pop culture Communications Managers secure unique coverage with a focus on storytelling aiming to drive awareness engagement and growth of Ubisofts player base. Working closely with the Communications Director the Communications Manager will also drive Ubisofts corporate initiatives and agenda using proactive and reactive initiatives that will reinforce the overall Ubisoft mission. They will also support the organisation of events applying both remote and in-person experiences as applicable including reveals pre-briefs preview events hands-on opportunities & consumer shows as applicable. The local Communications Manager will collaborate with local regional and central teams providing insights and best practices to enrich the Ubisoft Communication ecosystem.
In this role you will:
- Illustrate a keen understanding of the UK media landscape and drive innovation and engagement within the local communications approach.
- Develop and maintain Ubisofts relationships with key local press and can leverage these to identify negotiate and maximise opportunities to showcase key products as well as managing and improving Ubisofts overall visibility and favourability in these channels.
- Demonstrate efficiency across communications plans and illustrates ROI for all campaign elements through clearly identified measurement criteria prudent budgetary management and thorough analysis.
- Develop close working relationships with the central communications team to ensure clear communication and alignment and act as the local point of contact for execution of central PR plans while providing input and direction.
- Coordinate and support impactful events trips and exhibitions virtually and in-person that work for press outlets and deliver stand-out results including press trips to Ubisofts global network of development studios and external events and consumer shows.
- Manage and organizes delivery of all press materials and messaging across allocated products including media alerts press kits and other collateral.
- Localise content and press materials
- Reporting of performance and results/analysis to central Global Publishing teams
- Keep abreast of external best practices and trends to recommend solutions and tools that support the communications network.
Your main KPIs will be the following :
- Global Financial Year objectives as set out by the business as well as personal objectives to be defined in collaboration with your manager
- Reporting and Analysis with a focus on Metrics that include Sentiment Key-messaging and Engagement (Share of Voice etc.)
- Events ROI (Preview coverage positive engagement etc.)
- Relationship Management (including identifying new media contacts and
Qualifications :
- Proven experience in PR/Communications ideally including experience within the videogames or entertainment sectors.
- Solid track record of developing and executing PR plans and strategies.
- Demonstrate analytical and strategic thought in planning as well as the ability to execute creative tactics.
- Skilled at fostering relationships with press and familiar with the latest trends within the media landscape.
- Strong written verbal analytical presentation and interpersonal skills and an eye for detail.
- Capacity to represent Ubisoft with external partners.
- Strong knowledge of the UK market
Additional Information :
We embrace a hybrid work model helping you stay connected with your team and aligned with business priorities while giving you the opportunity to maintain your work-life balance. Please note that some roles are fully office-based and are not eligible for hybrid working.
Benefits
With Ubisoft CRC you will receive a competitive salary along with:
- Personal performance bonus
- Private Health Insurance (including eye care and dental)
- Life Assurance
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Pension
- Significant discount on the worlds best video games
- Access to Ubisofts back catalogue on PC
- 25 days of holiday
Ubisoft offers the same job opportunities to all without any distinction of gender ethnicity religion sexual orientation social status disability or age. Ubisoft ensures the development of an inclusive work environment which mirrors the diversity of our players community.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Restaurant Experience
- Customer Service
- Employee Evaluation
- Management Experience
- Math
- Employment & Labor Law
- Sanitation
- Leadership Experience
- P&L Management
- Mentoring
- Supervising Experience
- Restaurant Management
About Company
Opened in October 2011, Ubisoft Abu Dhabi is one of the first major video game studios based in the UAE capital and is focusing on developing and bringing to market successful mobile games for a worldwide audience. This position is based in the vibrant expat city of Abu Dhabi, the c ... View more
