Communications Project Manager

Zynga is a global leader in interactive entertainment with a mission to connect the world through games and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO). With massive global reach in more than 175 countries and regions, the combined diverse portfolio of popular game franchises has been downloaded more than 6 billion times on mobile, including Star Wars™: Hunters, CSR Racing™, Dragon City, Empires & Puzzles™, FarmVille™, Golf Rival™, Hair Challenge™, Harry Potter: Puzzles & Spells™, High Heels!™, Merge Dragons!™, Merge Magic!™, Monster Legends, Toon Blast™, Top Eleven, Toy Blast™, Two Dots, Words With Friends™, and Zynga Poker™.Founded in 2007, Zynga is headquartered in California with locations in North America, Europe, and Asia. For more information, visit www.zynga.com or follow Zynga on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, or the Zynga blog

Zynga Communications is seeking a Communications Project Manager to support the PR and Corporate Communications team in creating and implementing communications plans and streamlining processes and workflows with internal and external stakeholders while maintaining strong, positive relations.

Main Responsibilities

• Own strategy and execution for Zynga’s legacy live service PR opportunities.
• Project manage special Comms initiatives with work back plans.
• Manage budgets, finance, onboarding, and contracting for Comms team initiatives.
• Asset management with marketing and game teams for announcements, events, and other external communications.
• Manage team announcements and project calendars.
• Manage approvals/systems with external partners.
• Track employee speaking engagement requests and materials.
• Track competitor launches, deals, and PR initiatives.
• Track and manage award submissions.
• Zynga.com website upkeep for the Communications team.
• Help vet and approve 3rd party case study opportunities.
• Support external communications and media pitching across the wider comms team.
• Serve as Communications liaison for Zynga’s Ad Sales business (Direct & Programmatic).

Desired Skills and Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in a communications and/or project management role, particularly in consumer technology or gaming/entertainment.
• Experience with media relations.
• Experience with project management and decision-making.
• Passion for games and entertainment.
• Familiarity with mobile games, both as a player and observer of the industry.
• Research and analytical experience (i.e., analyzing industry news and trends).
• Experience with project tracking software (e.g., Asana, JIRA, Airtable).
• Experience with media sourcing and reporting platforms (e.g., MuckRack).

What we offer you

• Competitive salary, bonus plan and, ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
• 401K Company Match Contribution
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
• Telemedicine, Virtual mental health, Emotional Support Services, EAP, and neurodiversity support programs
• Family building new parent & menopause support
• Global Fitness Reimbursement program
• Global Wellbeing Program
• Charitable Giving and Volunteer Program
• Generous paid parental, pregnancy-related disability, caregiver, and compassionate leaves
• Discretionary Time Off policy for many employees
• Flexible working hours on many teams
• Culture of diversity and inclusion including employee resource groups

This is a fully remote role that may be based anywhere in the United States. Below are the expected salary and wage ranges for applicants based in locations where the pay transparency law is in effect:

Colorado: $75,100 and $111,160 per year

California: $80,100 and $134,840 per year

Illinois:  $80,100 and $11