The Hamburg Kreativ Gesellschaft, a municipal institution dedicated to advancing the creative industries in Hamburg, Germany, is seeking a PR and Communications Manager to support its location initiative, Gamecity Hamburg. The primary objective of this role is to enhance the visibility of the organization’s service portfolio and expand international location marketing for the Hamburg games industry. The position is offered on a full-time or part-time basis with an initial one-year contract.
The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic communication measures, managing media relations, and overseeing marketing campaigns across various digital platforms, including Discord, LinkedIn, and Twitch. Key duties include content creation in both German and English, coordinating with external PR agencies, and establishing key performance indicators to evaluate communication success. The role requires a candidate with a university degree or significant professional experience, strong networking capabilities, and familiarity with major industry events such as gamescom and the Game Developers Conference.
As the largest creative industry promotion entity in Germany, the Hamburg Kreativ Gesellschaft manages several initiatives, including Gamecity Hamburg, which oversees local programs such as the Games Lift Incubator and prototype funding. By recruiting this dedicated communications professional, the organization aims to further strengthen its role in connecting the local games ecosystem, supporting startups, and fostering cross-industry cooperation within the region.