Communications Coordinator
The Gearbox Entertainment Company is an award-winning creator and distributor of entertainment for people around the world. Gearbox Entertainment develops and publishes products through its subsidiaries, Gearbox Software and Gearbox Publishing. Gearbox Entertainment has become widely known for successful game franchises including Brothers in Arms and Borderlands, as well as acquired properties Duke Nukem and Homeworld. Gearbox’s ambition is to entertain the world and its key driving objectives include the pursuit of happiness for our talent, partners and customers, the prioritization of entertainment and creativity and a measured respect for profitability. For more information, visit www.Gearbox.com.
We are currently seeking a Communications Coordinator to join our growing team! The Communications Coordinator will coordinate, execute, monitor, and measure Gearbox’s communications work. The successful candidate will be an excellent writer and have experience in social media and graphic design. The ideal candidate will be a team player who is energetic, organized, creative, and self-motivated to join our accomplished Communications Department.
This is a full-time, on-site position at a fun, fast-growing company, with excellent benefits.
Responsibilities:
- Monitor analytics and create reports detailing the successes and failures of communications campaigns and strategies.
- Stay up to date on industry trends and make recommendations for adjustments to communications strategies and practices.
- Review work completed by Communications team for accuracy and appropriateness.
- Edit all promotional materials prior to distribution.
- Distribute print and online Communications materials.
- Analyze and assist with company’s social media and online presence.
- Contribute to company blog or website.
- Update and help maintain database of journalist, influencer, and streamer contacts.
- Research ways to reach a wider consumer base, either online or in print.
- Ensure that all promotional materials are aligned with company’s brand identity.
- Additional tasks to help Communications Department as required.
Qualifications:
- Degree in communications or related field
- Superior time management and organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
- An analytical mind and ability to think critically.
- Exceptional writing and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail, thoroughness, and the ability to analyze information quickly.
- Excellent interpersonal skills to contribute to a positive dynamic culture in the department and company.
- Ability to relate to and communicate well with all levels of team members.
- Strong organizational skills and an independent, self-motivated work style.
- Proficiency with MS Office, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Proficient knowledge of Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.
Bonus Points For:
- Experience in a communications role
- A passionate gamer.
- Experience in the video game industry a significant plus.
Gearbox Entertainment believes that all team members should be able to enjoy a work environment free from all forms of discrimination and harassment. We are committed to reflecting the diversity of the world we strive to entertain. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we provide fair and equal treatment to all team members and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy or maternity, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state or local law.