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Brand Specialist Marketing (12-Month Contract)
Hybrid in San MateoCA (preferred) Los Angeles CA or San Diego CA
We are looking for a Marketing Brand Specialist to join the global brand marketing is an early-career role designed for someone who is excited to learn how global game marketing works and wants hands-on experience supporting the launch of high-profile AAA role will report to the Senior Manager Brand Marketing on the Global Games Marketing team and works closely with the Global Brand Lead studio partners and cross-functional help support the development and execution of marketing plans gain exposure to large-scale campaigns and build foundational experience in brand marketing within the games industry.
Responsibilities
Support the Global Brand Lead and brand marketing team to help create and execute integrated marketing plans
Help manage the global asset calendar and track deliverables across all territories
Assist with integrated marketing campaigns including broadcast digital social CRM search promotions retail/channels under the guidance of the broader team
Leverage and help synthesize consumer brand research to support brand strategy
Coordinate day-to-day work with internal and external creative media and digital agencies
Review creative materials and provide organized feedback against the brand strategy
Help compile and report on campaign performance and support discussions around optimization
Support interactions with partners and brands to help drive mutually beneficial partnerships
Assist with approval coordination for all creative assets
Requirements
Passion for marketing and video games
Some exposure to marketing communications media or related fields (internships academic projects or entry-level roles are welcome) - previous gaming experience is a plus.
Foundational strategic thinking skills for implementing marketing plans and brand creative briefs
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Extremely organized individual
Experience working with creative or media agencies is preferred but not required
Experience working with major IP is preferred but not required
Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects at different stages with guidance and support
MS Office Excel and PowerPoint experience required.
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