Account Manager, eSports & Gaming

Job Description

Account Manager, Esports & Gaming (Brand Partnerships)

Responsibilities

Do you have a passion for gaming? Are you looking for an opportunity to combine your fandom of esports with your marketing talents within the rapidly evolving esports landscape? Do you have a proven background in leading dynamic client relationships at an agency?

R&C PMK is quickly becoming one of the leading gaming & esports agencies in the world. With experience guiding some of the most recognizable global brands entering the industry, groundbreaking partnerships with lead developers, talent, teams, and esports tournament organizers, we continue to help our clients develop and implement innovative and meaningful partnerships that connect them with the gaming community by leveling up their fan experience.

This role will take you around the world both digitally and physically, where you'll work with a collaborative team to build, lead, and implement successful brand partnerships that you yourself as a community member would be proud of. After all, if you are not excited as a fan about what you are leading, then it's not worth doing at all. You will be a part are a team of 'doers' with a simple goal in mind – continue to drive the industry forward through the success of our clients and the community.
Overview:

Rogers & Cowan PMK seeks an Account Manager to lead multiple programs and execution for a tech client's esports partnerships with Riot Games. The position will manage the execution of the partnership elements on a global level. This person will work with our Account Director to have various day-to-day program management and client/agency integration responsibilities.

The ideal candidate should be able to work both independently and within a multi-agency team setting, while supporting the brand focused initiatives and event activations. This position requires solid client management background, attention to detail, experience in developing strategic recommendations and event management/hospitality experience.

The work you'll do:
• Lead plan development and agency execution of activities and programming related to client's global esports sponsorship properties including (but not limited to):
• Development and facilitate integration of Global Esports marketing initiatives with North American based client and agency teams
• Client presentation development, including program recaps and measurement reporting
• Event marketing management and implementation (Project plans, Budget management, Timelines)
• Create and run cross-channel B2C programs
• Coordinate B2B hospitality programming
• Maintain relationships with gaming and esports properties on behalf of clients
• Identify, curate and evaluate potential partnership opportunities in gaming & esports to align with client strategic needs
• Serve as liaison for approvals across creative/branding, PR, digital and social media, and media partner promotions
• Development and management of specific materials related to individual events, including but not limited to management of accompanying digital platforms and all activation elements
• Cultivate relationships with internal and external partners as well as outside vendors and properties
• Remain abreast of current and emerging gaming & esports industry trends, headlines, and notable news

The fine print:
• A passion for gaming – this isn't just a job for you
• 5+ years agency/client service experience in partnerships
• Previous experience in gaming and/or esports industry is a requirement – additional Entertainment Marketing a tremendous plus
• Strong client service is crucial. You should be full of energy and have a positive 'can do' demeanor that you share with the team, alongside priding yourself on delivering excellence in client services and high standards project delivery across the board
• Experience with implementation of marketing plans and events
• Proven track record with on-site management and execution
• Experience in document writing including status reports, recaps, industry/competitive analysis
• Comfortable operating within a multifaceted dynamic, global working environment across different time zones as well as client's office
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to work effectively and respectfully with a wide range of personality types
• Excellent communications skills – both written and verbal. A writing and PowerPoint assignment may be part of the hiring process.
• Some budget management and/or reconciliation experience
• Ability to manage relationships with key partners (e.g. properties, venues, vendors, suppliers, etc.)
• Excellent digital literacy, master of the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and collaboration platforms
• Ability and flexibility to travel and weekend/holiday work as needed

Why Us:

R&CPMK is the renowned integrated marketing and communications agency in global entertainment. The agency represents more than 400 of the most prominent and influential players in pop culture and some of the largest brands and Fortune 500 companies. We connect our clients to consumers through the world of entertainment, lifestyle, sports, influence, and popular culture.

We place employee wellbeing as one of our highest priorities, we believe our benefits are an important extension of that philosophy. Unlimited PTO, summer Fridays and our Body, Mind, Soul program are here to support employees on their wellbeing journey. We ensure that we find lots of excuses to come together both virtually and in person through our many company events, hosted by our social committee and employee resource groups.

To support your career development, we have a wealth of internal and external learning opportunities. Tuition reimbursement is also available for those that are interested in continued education.

To help you plan for your future we support you with an employer matched 401k contribution, employee stock purchase plan and family building support including; generous paid family leave, fertility and adoption benefits.

With offices in Los Angeles, New York, and London, R&CPMK is part of the Octagon Sports and Entertainment Network.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. #LI-AM1

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d9ev2z-3-144-113-30-42 in your application.