PR & Communications Specialist

Kepler Interactive; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative collective in London seeks a PR and Communications Specialist to deliver high-quality PR campaigns for games. The role involves managing multiple tasks, collaborating with international PR agencies, and providing valuable insights into games culture. Candidates should have strong copywriting skills and a background in games PR or journalism. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract, requiring onsite presence for 2 days weekly, with competitive compensation and perks including a 20% bonus and stock option potential.

Benefits

Competitive salary

20% bonus

25 days holiday

Personal training budget of £1,500

5 days paid volunteer leave

Personalised wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience in games PR, in-house or agency, or journalism.
• Ability to communicate effectively and receive feedback.
• Willingness to experiment with new ways of working.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver PR activity for multiple titles.
• Write and proof compelling PR copy including press releases.
• Manage award submissions and track opportunities.

Skills

Strong copywriting skills

Understanding of newsworthy stories

Confidence in managing multiple tasks

Collaborative mindset

Genuine interest in games and culture

Creativity and curiosity

Job description

Kepler Interactive is a collective of creatives working together to bring bold, beautiful ideas and experiences to life. We believe in empowering creativity, championing diverse voices, and shaping what’s next in interactive entertainment. To hear more about who we are, check out our CEO Alexis’ recent article in GI.Biz.

Creativity is at the core of everything we do, it’s the backbone of how we work. We back artistic vision, push boundaries, and believe in doing things differently.

There is space for everyone to have a voice at Kepler, and we expect you to as well. Diversity in thought is where creativity flourishes, and we encourage different people to contribute to conversations they might not normally be. You’ll need to be comfortable operating outside your comfort zone, challenging others and being challenged, as this is where growth really happens.

Our Values

• Experimentation: We challenge the norm, stay curious, and move with confidence into the unknown.
• Kindness: We believe how we treat people matters. We empower and uplift with clarity and honesty.
• Excellence: We aim high. We think creatively, embrace feedback, and celebrate both wins and lessons learnt along the way.

Overview

We are looking for a PR and Communications Specialist to play a key role in delivering creative, high quality PR campaigns across our growing portfolio of games.

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to take on more accountability, with the backing of a strong PR and Communications team. We are open to candidates from gaming, journalism and agencies.

For this role, we are looking for someone who can be onsite in our Shoreditch, London, office for 2 days a week. This role will initially be a 12 month fixed-term contract with the possibility of extension.

What you will do

• Lead and deliver PR activity for your titles, from planning through to execution, with the support of your team.
• Own day to day campaign tasks, ensuring milestones, announcements and submissions stay on track.
• Share briefs, own tasks and collaborate with our international PR agency network to execute local PR initiatives and activities.
• Write and proof compelling PR copy, including press releases, messaging documents, and internal updates in line with brand TOV.
• Create and manage PR assets, including press kits, copy documents and briefing materials.
• Manage award submissions and track opportunities throughout the year.
• Support ongoing campaigns, updating plans and flagging risks early.
• Help formalise internal reporting, creating regular coverage snapshots for internal teams and partners.
• Work collaboratively with Brand, Social and other Marketing team members to ensure we remain aligned in our approach.
• Provide wider support for the PR and Communications teams during busier periods.

What you will bring

• Strong copywriting skills, with the ability to think creatively in your approach.
• A background in games PR, in-house or agency, or journalism.
• An understanding of what makes a story newsworthy, with the ability to frame it in a way that captures press interest and coverage.
• Confidence in managing multiple tasks at once, prioritising effectively and keeping work moving without losing attention to detail.
• Comfort working in an environment without heavy process.
• A collaborative mindset, with the ability to communicate early and take feedback on board.
• Curiosity, creativity and a willingness to experiment with new ways of working.
• A genuine interest in games and culture.

What can you expect during the Interview Process:

Screening call: Meeting with Marketing’s People Partner, Kate Parker.

Stage 1: Meeting with Jack Kennedy, PR and Communications Director, and Sophie Shanks, Brand Manager. The focus of this interview is to assess your technical skillset. We will share some work to prep with you ahead of this call.

Stage 2: Meeting with Bee Sarafian, Social and Community Manager, and another Marketing team member. During this call we’ll be assessing your ways of working and alignment with our culture. Please be aware that there may be some slight changes to the interview teams and order of interviews depending on availability; we will give you full details with ample time ahead of each conversation.

How can we support you?

We want to set you up for success and make our recruitment process as accessible as possible for you. In your application, feel free to let us know if you need anything to make your experience or environment more comfortable. We'll do our best to support you!

What we can offer you

All employees will receive:

• We believe your salary should reflect the work you deliver, the skills you bring, and the value you add. We therefore offer a competitive salary, 20% bonus, and potential for stock option plans.
• 25 days holiday plus public holidays and end of year shutdown.
• We trust our people and therefore give them the flexibility to manage their own working hours to best suit their needs.
• Personal training budget equivalent to £1,500 GBP per year, as well as access to conferences and formal training.
• Up to 5 days paid volunteer leave per year and £100 to a charity of your choice on your birthday.
• We also offer a range of personalised wellbeing support systems including Spill, Mental Health First Aiders and more.

Other benefits are offered subject to the country of residence, including:

• Medical and health insurance.
• Pension contributions.

Don't meet all the requirements?

We care more about outcomes than ticking boxes, and we know the perfect person for the role often has a CV that's a little different. Research shows that women are particularly less likely to apply if they don't meet all the criteria in a job listing. If you're second guessing yourself, we encourage you to get in touch anyway.

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