SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE – GAMING

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

We’re looking for a driven, creative and culturally plugged-in Senior Account Executive to join the Gaming division at Premier – the UK’s leading specialist agency for entertainment, arts, and culture.

A unique and rare opportunity to work with some of the world’s most iconic gaming brands, developing your PR skills and taking the next step in your career within an energetic and supportive team.

THE BUSINESS:

For over 25 years, Premier has been at the forefront of creativity and innovation, using our unrivalled influence and network to bring fans closer to the things they love across TV, film, gaming, theatre, sport, live events, and music.

Our prestigious client roster includes industry giants like Activision Blizzard, Amazon, Disney, EA, Fender, Live Nation, Netflix, Paramount, Sky Sports, Sony, Universal, and Warner Bros.

THE TEAM:

You’ll join the Consumer Entertainment department in a team of diverse, curious and creative specialists in live entertainment, sport, music, gaming and lifestyle. We work with some of the most exciting clients in the world on a range of integrated campaigns across PR, comms, influencer, events, live experience, content creation and creative.

Our Games team is embedded within the gaming industry, working for some of the biggest global developers, publishers and consumer tech brands across the industry, including Bloober Team, EA, EA SPORTS, KOEI TECMO Europe, NetEase Games, PLAION, Quantic Dream, SEGA, and Warner Bros. From AAA blockbusters to indie gems, cutting-edge hardware to high-profile industry events, we’ve been at the forefront of shaping gaming’s biggest moments.

OUR VALUES:

• Respect: Relationships and people matter. Be kind, collaborative and inclusive
• Honesty: Be constructive, transparent and responsible
• Energy: Stay curious, bring solutions, keep pushing
• Pride: Take ownership and celebrate the work you do

THE RIGHT CANDIDATE:

You’ll be enthusiastic about gaming, pop culture and media – someone who can work across multiple projects, has a finger on the pulse with the latest industry trends and changes, a nose for news, and who can help deliver high-quality results for our clients.

You should have experience and be comfortable with press liaison, talent management, writing, reporting, and team support. Experience leading parts of campaigns or mentoring junior staff is a bonus.

Experience required:

• 1–3 years’ experience in a PR agency or comms environment, ideally in entertainment, gaming or lifestyle sectors
• A solid understanding of the UK media and influencer landscape with established contacts
• Experience with press releases, media sell-ins, coverage tracking and reporting
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Genuine interest in gaming, pop culture, content creators, and online communities
• Ability to work proactively and manage multiple deadlines
• Confidence to share ideas and thoughts
• Previous experience mentoring interns or junior team members is a plus

THE ROLE:

As a Senior Account Executive, you’ll play a pivotal role across a range of gaming accounts, supporting campaign delivery while developing your media relationships, project ownership and strategic thinking.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting account leads on day-to-day campaign delivery
• Pitching to media and influencers to secure impactful coverage
• Writing engaging press materials and client-facing documents
• Managing press office functions including news tracking, coverage collation and reporting
• Supporting event planning and execution, from previews to launch events
• Helping manage talent interviews and press junkets
• Supporting managers with mentoring and guiding junior team members and interns
• Supporting in the development of proposals and creative ideas
• Contributing to brainstorms and campaign research
• Identifying proactive media opportunities and feature placements
• Building strong working relationships with clients, journalists and creators

THE PACKAGE:

We offer 25 days’ holiday, flexible working, and a competitive salary based on experience.

Benefits include an Employee Assistance Programme, Season Ticket loan scheme, flexible working, staff breakfast, and regular training and learning opportunities.

To apply, please send your CV and a short note on why you’d love to join us to jobs@premiercomms.com, titling your email SAE – Gaming. We can’t wait to hear from you!