Account Director (Video Games)

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At Ogilvy PR, we work with some of the biggest brands in the world to deliver earned-led creativity that drives real brand and business impact. Whether it be creative development, brand strategy, public relations, influencer engagement, events and activations, or social and digital strategies, we have it all and we're looking for curious, brave, and enthusiastic minds who share our philosophy and want to bring something unique to the table.

Who are you?

We are looking for a passionate and confident Client Partner to join our world-class team of brand storytellers. You will be an experienced client and team leader with experience in communication consulting or a related role.

You are passionate about leading, nurturing, and developing great client teams that combine a focus on the brilliant basics with a commitment to insight-driven consultancy. As a senior member of our team, you will play an integral role in steering brand strategy and providing high-level counsel.

We're looking for someone who is passionate about gaming and brings a deep understanding of the nuances of the gaming industry, including the major platforms, game publishers, and the wider gaming community. You'll play a lead role within the Xbox team and take on one or two additional clients in the lifestyle and entertainment industries.

You will lead the team and work with a talented bench in the development of strategy spanning publicity and media relations, social media and influencer engagement, content, and brand experience design. You are a brilliant collaborator, able to establish the vision for a team of experts and keep everyone on course to deliver brilliant outcomes for our clients.

About Ogilvy PR

Ogilvy PR is the largest integrated communications agency in Australia and New Zealand. Our team is made up of specialists with expertise in consumer PR, corporate and business, government relations, social and digital strategy, and sustainability communication. We place earned creativity at the heart of the work we do for our clients, and we enjoy long-term relationships with our clients based on mutual respect, partnership, and measurable business impact.

Here's the expertise you have, that we'll build on:

• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Robust understanding of the gaming industry, and a knowledge of the major technology trends and issues impacting big tech and gaming
• Strong earned strategy skills and consultancy with a focus on core and casual gaming audiences
• Strong media contacts and relationships across gaming, lifestyle, entertainment, and mainstream media
• Ability to effectively manage issues and background effectively
• Ability to maintain a positive and calm attitude in a high-pressure environment
• Excellent attention to detail, with a focus on delivering outstanding results for your client
• Confident and credible counsel that builds trust with clients
• Experience developing and managing influencer and community engagement campaigns
• Experience in event design for media and delivery
• Senior stakeholder management experience and ability to work effectively with international stakeholders
• Ability to interpret and provide strong responses to briefs both on a local and global scale
• Ability to lead large teams by example and walk the talk from the front
• Thorough insight and control of your client's budgets

About the Offer

• A hybrid working environment to make sure work is working for you.
• And a tailored personal development plan to help you identify and achieve your goals, coupled with a dedicated manager to support your career and personal development.
• A monthly allowance for your mobile phone or home internet connection.
• Additional time off including your birthday, summer Fridays, and loyalty leave. As well as Ogilvy PR Day. Yep, it's a thing.
• We offer discounted rates with NIB Health Insurance and Fitness First for when you want to hit the gym.
• As well as yoga, meditation, and wellbeing programs to help keep your mind in shape.
• And confidential counselling support if your personal or professional life throws you a curveball.
• There are reward programs to acknowledge achievement and loyalty.
• And we'll give you a bonus for bringing other talented people and brilliant clients into the business.
• Access to discounts and vouchers for big household name brands via our benefits platform, Perkspace.

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Ogilvy PR is an inclusive opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and welcoming workplace. We encourage people of all backgrounds, orientations, identities, and more to apply.