My client is a developer, distributor and publisher of interactive entertainment software for all the major games consoles and the PC.

They are currently looking to appoint two new PR Executives to compliment and enhance their existing team at their office in Herriard Hampshire. The successful candidates will support the PR Manager in delivery of all plans across the DS, Wii, PS3, XBOX 360 and the PC.

Responsibilities

General Tasks
To document all to do tasks undertaking for both PR manager and ensure that the most important tasks are completed at the right times across both areas
Fielding PR phone enquiries
Working with retained PR agencies
Filing PR materials (PR releases, assets, plans etc) on correct areas of W and Y Drive and on hard copy
To organise and monitor all samples required for PR sampling, promotions and prize funds
To assist with the preparation and clear up for meetings

PR
Samples / Code:
Manage the UK PR samples ensuring all requests are logged and a tally of stock is maintained
Order and mange stock for PR agency
Mailing samples to Tier 1 and Tier 2 media (approx. 100 contacts.)
Log all pre-release code in and out of the UK office ensuring it is kept locked, secured and supervised at all times
Assets:
Organise duplication and distribution of month and ad hoc assets CDs to Tier 1 and Tier 2 media
Supply media with ad hoc assets as requested (Screenshots, pack shots etc.)
Assist other departments in the supply of assets ensuring they have the most up to date images available Coverage:
Daily coverage round up from key gaming websites (circulated to PR agency and UK marketing)
Daily coverage round up from national daily and weekend papers circulated to marketing)
Input coverage daily into coverage report spreadsheet
File hard cuttings into coverage the file
Production of coverage books when required
Weekly e-mail round up of competitor’s coverage.
Other:
Assist PR Manager with UK and European based events
Assist PR Manager with press trips where necessary
Booking as hoc couriers and transport when necessary
Running small projects and initiatives
Become recognised and regular point of contact for gaming media

The successful candidates will have 6-12 months commercial experience preferably within the gaming industry or a related entertainment industry and they will have a good understanding and interest in marketing and PR.

They will be passionate about and take a pride in their work and have a good attention to detail. They will be conscientious, hardworking with an ability to work in a fast moving work place. The successful applicants will also be outgoing, social and good with people and will be able to hit the ground running if appointed.

Please note that due to the location of the office the successful applicants will also be car owners with a full driving licence.

In return the company offers a very competitive salary etc.

If you are interested in this role please contact Ken Edwards or send your CV to Ken@aswift.com