Communications Project Manager

12 Hours ago • 5 Years +

About the job

SummaryBy Outscal

Zynga seeks a Communications Project Manager with 5+ years of experience in PR & project management. Experience in consumer tech or gaming is essential. Must-have skills include media relations, project management, and a passion for games. The role involves managing PR initiatives, budgets, team announcements, and internal/external communications.

Zynga Communications is seeking a Communications Project Manager to support the PR and Corporate Communications team in creating and implementing communications plans and streamlining processes and workflows with internal and external stakeholders while maintaining strong, positive relations.

Main Responsibilities

  • Own strategy and execution for Zynga’s legacy live service PR opportunities.
  • Project manage special Comms initiatives with work back plans.
  • Manage budgets, finance, onboarding, and contracting for Comms team initiatives.
  • Asset management with marketing and game teams for announcements, events, and other external communications.
  • Manage team announcements and project calendars.
  • Manage approvals/systems with external partners.
  • Track employee speaking engagement requests and materials.
  • Track competitor launches, deals, and PR initiatives.
  • Track and manage award submissions.
  • Zynga.com website upkeep for the Communications team.
  • Help vet and approve 3rd party case study opportunities.
  • Support external communications and media pitching across the wider comms team.
  • Serve as Communications liaison for Zynga’s Ad Sales business (Direct & Programmatic).

Desired Skills and Qualifications

  • 5+ years experience in a communications and/or project management role, particularly in consumer technology or gaming/entertainment.
  • Experience with media relations.
  • Experience with project management and decision-making.
  • Passion for games and entertainment.
  • Familiarity with mobile games, both as a player and observer of the industry.
  • Research and analytical experience (i.e., analyzing industry news and trends).
  • Experience with project tracking software (e.g., Asana, JIRA, Airtable).
  • Experience with media sourcing and reporting platforms (e.g., MuckRack).

What we offer you

  • Competitive salary, bonus plan and, ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
  • 401K Company Match Contribution
  • Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
  • Telemedicine, Virtual mental health, Emotional Support Services, EAP, and neurodiversity support programs
  • Family building new parent & menopause support
  • Global Fitness Reimbursement program
  • Global Wellbeing Program
  • Charitable Giving and Volunteer Program
  • Generous paid parental, pregnancy-related disability, caregiver, and compassionate leaves
  • Discretionary Time Off policy for many employees
  • Flexible working hours on many teams
  • Culture of diversity and inclusion including employee resource groups

This is a fully remote role that may be based anywhere in the United States. Below are the expected salary and wage ranges for applicants based in locations where the pay transparency law is in effect:

Colorado: $75,100 and $111,160 per year

California: $80,100 and $134,840 per year

Illinois: $80,100 and $118,560 per year

New York State (inclusive of New York City): $91,100 and $134,840 per year

Washington: $75,100 and $111,160 per year

Base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards and eligibility to participate in our 401(K) plan, in addition to a full range of medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees will also receive 16 paid holidays per calendar year, unlimited discretionary time off, and will receive up to 6.5 sick days per calendar year. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, which means we are committed to creating and celebrating diverse thoughts, cultures, and backgrounds throughout our organization. Employment with us is based on substantive ability, objective qualifications, and work ethic – not an individual’s race, creed, color, religion, sex or gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, status as a victim of domestic violence or sex offenses, reproductive health decision, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to providing the necessary support and accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, health conditions, or impairments (subject to any local qualifying requirements) to ensure their full participation in the job application or interview process. Please contact us at accommodationrequest@zynga.com to request any accommodations or for support related to your application for an open position.

Please be aware that Zynga does not conduct job interviews or make job offers over third-party messaging apps such as Telegram, WhatsApp, or others. Zynga also does not engage in any financial exchanges during the recruitment or onboarding process, and will never ask a candidate for their personal or financial information over an app or other unofficial chat channel. Any attempt to do so may be the result of a scamp or phishing attack, and you should not engage. Zynga’s in-house recruitment team will only contact individuals through their official Company email addresses (i.e., via a zynga.com, naturalmotion.com, smallgiantgames.com, themavens.com, gram.gs email domain).

$75.1K - $134.8K/yr (Outscal est.)
$105.0K/yr avg.
Austin, Texas, United States

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