Associate Communications Manager (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Associate Communications Manager (Gamedev): Supporting public relations efforts across a diverse portfolio of games with an accent on PR campaigns, editorial planning, and cross-channel storytelling. Focus on creating compelling press materials, producing video content, and managing media relations to drive player engagement.

Location: Hybrid (Austin, TX; Carlsbad, CA; San Mateo, CA)

Salary: $78,900–$115,400 per year (for California)

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in interactive entertainment and a label of Take-Two Interactive, known for popular titles like FarmVille and Words With Friends.

What you will do

• Execute PR campaigns for game launches, seasonal events, and major feature updates.
• Maintain integrated editorial calendars and track patch cycles and industry milestones.
• Write press releases, media alerts, blog posts, and pitch letters.
• Produce video content including developer diaries, trailers, and social clips.
• Manage the corporate blog and coordinate visual storytelling across channels.
• Track media coverage and maintain PR measurement tools and contact databases.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, PR, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• 1-5 years of relevant experience in PR or communications.
• Hands-on experience with CMS programs such as WordPress or Webflow.
• Proficiency in video editing software like Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut, or CapCut.
• Must be based in or able to work from Austin, TX; Carlsbad, CA; or San Mateo, CA

Nice to have

• Experience in the gaming, entertainment, or technology industries.
• Background in social media management and growing corporate YouTube or Instagram channels.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health package: medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
• Generous time off: 14 paid holidays and 15-25 days of paid vacation per year.
• Financial perks: 401(K) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Support for wellbeing: Mental health programs and family planning support through Maven.
• Practical benefits: Paid parental leave, compassionate leave, and commuter benefits.