Company Overview:

PlaySide Studios is a dynamic and innovative company that employs individuals across Australia and New Zealand. As Australia's largest publicly listed independent video game developer, PlaySide is committed to delivering cutting-edge interactive experiences across mobile, VR, AR, PC and consoles. With a diverse portfolio of more than 60 titles and collaborations with industry giants like Netflix and Activision Blizzard, working at PlaySide is not just a job but an opportunity to be part innovating the gaming industry.

Position Overview:

As the Marketing & Communications Coordinator, you’ll support the planning and execution of marketing initiatives that promote our games and connect with players around the world. This hands-on position works across social media, email, digital platforms, and events, while working closely with internal teams and external partners to help drive engagement, organize campaigns, and bring marketing activity to life.

This is a great opportunity for someone passionate about both gaming and marketing. It’s well suited to someone looking to build their career in the video game industry while contributing to and learning across all areas of the marketing discipline.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the execution of integrated campaigns across digital, social, email, and paid media
• Coordinate events, influencer activations, livestreams, and product launches, including logistics and asset delivery
• Monitor campaign performance, player sentiment, and community feedback to inform optimisations
• Collaborate with global teams to ensure campaigns are culturally relevant and locally adapted
• Work with PR, creative, and community teams to manage timelines and ensure brand consistency
• Maintain marketing materials and content calendars, including approvals and internal documents
• Assist with agency coordination, media partnerships, and campaign planning

What you bring to the table:

• 1–2 years’ experience in marketing or communications, ideally in gaming, entertainment, or consumer brands
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a knack for clear, on-brand messaging
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable collaborating across teams and time zones, with a proactive and solutions-focused mindset
• Data-driven approach with familiarity in tools like Google Analytics, Meta Insights, CMS, and scheduling platforms
• Passion for games and a strong understanding of gaming culture and communities

What we offer here at PlaySide!

• Playdays - an additional 5 paid days off per year to do something you love.
• Incredible studios based in gorgeous Port Melbourne, right next to the city and many public transport options.
• Industry-leading Parental Leave benefits.
• Relocation Assistance.
• Employee Assistance Program to support mental well-being.
• Mentoring opportunities to help you grow in your role.
• Half-price state-of-the-art Gym access! (right next door) - you can wear your free PlaySide swag!
• Social events including Games night, karaoke nights, Movie Nights (We hire out the cinema!), group activities, and food trucks! Just as some examples!