Associate Director, Gaming, Marketing

Freelance Associate Director - Gaming (2-3 Days/Week)
Location: Remote Or Hybrid
Contract Type: Freelance
Team: Gaming Division

Overview:
We're partnering with a leading digital agency renowned for its work with top-tier gaming companies. They're seeking a Freelance Associate Director to support their Gaming team on a part-time basis (2-3 days per week). This is a strategic and hands-on role for someone deeply embedded in the gaming industry, with experience across AAA titles and strong industry relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership and guidance to Account Managers (AMs) and Account Executives (AEs) within the Gaming team.
• Act as a senior point of contact for gaming clients, ensuring high-quality delivery and alignment with client goals.
• Use your deep industry knowledge to shape campaign strategies and creative direction.
• Utilise existing relationships with specialist gaming sites to amplify campaign reach and effectiveness.
• Contribute to new business efforts and pitch development within the gaming vertical.

Required Experience:

• Minimum of 3 AAA gaming projects worked on, with demonstrable impact.
• Strong network and contacts at specialist gaming media outlets and platforms.
• Proven ability to mentor and guide junior team members.
• Deep understanding of gaming culture, trends, and audience behaviours.
• Experience working within or alongside digital agencies is a plus.

Ideal Candidate:

• A strategic thinker with hands-on experience in gaming marketing or communications.
• Comfortable working in an Agile, cooperative environment.
• Able to make an impact from day one

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