Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, KontrolFreek is the premier Performance Gaming Gear™ brand that creates innovative gaming products that give players at all levels a competitive advantage. KontrolFreek combines ergonomics with innovative design to deliver improved accuracy, maneuverability and comfort for Xbox and PlayStation gamers.

KontrolFreek is seeking an experienced, talented and high energy PR / Corporate Communications Manager with exceptional judgment and critical-thinking skills who can be strategic, yet tactical with media relations. The PR / Corporate Communications Manager should garner positive media opportunities that keep KontrolFreek in the news while cultivating and maintaining media and industry relations. The ideal candidate is a highly organized self-starter with 5+ years of relevant agency or client-side experience who is comfortable working independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify, develop and implement a strategic communications plan
• Create and deliver press releases, media relations content, by-line articles, presentations, company blog, web/social content and speaking proposals
• Conduct media outreach with success
• Respond to media inquiries and organize company press events
• Maintain brand integrity across all internal and external communication
• Assist with monitoring and managing existing social media accounts
• Manage speaking opportunities and awards programs
• Serve as a company spokesperson as required
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with press and industry partners
• Assist with the writing and editing of marketing and promotional materials
• Create other relevant content across social and traditional channels

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism or related field
• 5+ years’ experience in similar role; agency experience preferred
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Previous social media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.) experience preferred
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work efficiently and effectively within a collaborative, cross-functional environment
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to plan strategically and manage multiple tasks and projects in parallel
• Proven ability to work well under pressure in a fluid, fast-paced team environment while meeting critical deadlines
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint, plus the ability to quickly learn and work with the new systems and software
• Interest or experience in the Gaming industry a plus. Knowledge of video games preferred

To Apply:  Please respond to the job posting with a resume in Word format, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position and stating how you heard about the opportunity.