Gaming Content Coordinator
The SMASH! Gaming department is looking for a new Gaming Content Coordinator to assist the Head of Gaming. As a Gaming Content Coordinator you’ll be responsible for managing activations such as the PC/Console Free Play Area, both in preparation for the convention and on-the-day. This position requires that the Content Coordinator have a good understanding of current and trending games and entertainment of all genres and platforms, most importantly, Japanese games.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The following responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Pre-Event Day Responsibilities:
- Procuring titles for the Free Play equipment
- Tutorial/Instruction production for Free Play equipment
- Development/promotion of side events and activities
- Liaising with other departments (i.e. the Design Department for content creation)
- Analysing trends within the Gaming Industry
- Marketing & social media planning in conjunction with the Head of Gaming & Marketing Department
- Attending meetings and training days
- Completing relevant paperwork, including an Event Brief for every Free Play gaming event
Event Days Responsibilities
- Working with and coordinating crew
- Managing crowd control around activations
- Maintaining communications on the day with other staff members
- Act in a proper manner during the event
- Assist in setup and pack down duties
- Troubleshooting gaming equipment issues
- Ongoing maintenance of section – supervising the relevant areas
TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE ROLE, YOU MUST:
- Reside in Sydney, Australia
- Easily contactable via Email & Mobile phone
- Proficiency in written English and a clear and friendly writing style
- Require availability for both days of the convention and set up day/s
- Ability to work long hours during the weekend of the event and work with a flexible, fast-paced schedule
- Ability to work in a constantly changing and high pressure environment
- Proactively handle and resolve any arising issues on the event day
- Excellent time management and planning skills
- Open to constructive feedback
- Ability to take initiative for tasks and actions
DESIRABLE:
- Extensive gaming knowledge – Awareness of trends in the industry and community, especially the Japanese Gaming Industry
- Candidates with a growth mindset
- Friendly approach to people
- Creative mindset
- Keen social media awareness