Jamie King
Sandy,UT
Summary
Dynamic public relations professional with extensive experience managing global product launches. Adept in navigating high-stress situations with the ability to pivot between the day-to-day and a crisis with ease. Self-proclaimed "Millennial Manager" determined to foster a team environment of support, growth, and accountability among employees of all levels. Skilled in media relations with nearly two decades of diverse industry relationships.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Marketing and Public Relations Manager
Kalypso Media
Remote
01.2023 - Current
- Manage and implement all PR and marketing activities for global product launches, industry events, and corporate storytelling opportunities.
- Craft internal and external written materials including product messaging and strategies through collaboration with global development and publishing teams.
- Conduct ongoing market research to identify target audiences, analyze competitors, and refine strategy based on results.
- Coordinate paid marketing campaigns and promotional activities with external partners, content creators, vendors, and event organizers.
- Manage company KPIs by monitoring results and providing executive reporting detailing successes and opportunities, using that data to adjust tactics as needed.
Director - Interactive Gaming
BHI
Remote
02.2021 - 12.2022
- Led Interactive Gaming division, supporting team through projects and initiatives, meeting deadlines, KPIs, and client expectations.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to align department goals with business strategy, driving cohesive organizational direction.
- Drafted and edited written materials including new business plans, PR strategies, press releases, social media drafts, internal documents, company newsletters, and client recaps.
- Identified appropriate speaking opportunities for client executive teams and facilitated media training in preparation for speaking engagements.
- Conduct strategic media relations outreach targeting key journalists and influencers by doing research and conducting extensive follow-up
- Delivered crisis communication to internal stakeholders and clients.
Senior Communications Manager
Wizards of the Coast
Seattle , WA
06.2018 - 09.2019
- Developed and implemented PR strategy for all digital gaming products.
- Advised executive leadership on sensitive items related to public perception of the product and organizational brand image.
- Managed media relations outreach including inquiries from reporters, pitching stories to journalists, and preparing spokespeople for interviews.
- Provided media training sessions and mock interviews for high visibility staff along with esports teams prior to trade shows and esports competitions.
- Partnered with external PR agencies to amplify major news stories and product launches.
Public Relations Manager II
Wargaming.net
Emeryville, California
05.2012 - 04.2018
- Coordinated with global PR team to implement comprehensive PR strategy for PC, mobile, and console gaming titles.
- Developed and maintained press database across gaming, tech, and consumer media, along with relevant game influencers.
- Organized and facilitated press events, conferences, trade shows, and exclusive game previews.
- Mentored junior team members and interns in PR practices and strategy development.
- Coordinated with vendors to create bespoke press gifts for game launches and trade shows.
- Responsible for compiling all weekly, monthly, and annual coverage monitoring reports.
- Attended and managed global press tours including media and team travel accommodations.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Salt Lake Community College
Salt Lake City, UT04-2026
Skills
- Strategic PR planning
- Campaign management
- Press engagement
- Performance monitoring
- Stakeholder engagement
- Solution-oriented mindset
- Collaborative teamwork
- Interpersonal skills
Affiliations
Volunteer, Best Friends Society
Timeline
Senior Marketing and Public Relations Manager
Kalypso Media
01.2023 - Current
Director - Interactive Gaming
BHI
02.2021 - 12.2022
Senior Communications Manager
Wizards of the Coast
06.2018 - 09.2019
Public Relations Manager II
Wargaming.net
05.2012 - 04.2018
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Salt Lake Community College