Head of Communications Job at Crytek (Frankfurt)

Head of Communications

Crytek

Location:
Germany , Frankfurt

Category:
Public Relations

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

As Head of Communications, reporting to the CEO, you will be responsible for the full spectrum of communications across the company. You’ll lead the craft across all teams, ensuring our voice is consistent, inclusive, and impactful; from how we speak to players about our games, over how we engage our employees, to how we represent ourselves to the world. This is a strategic and hands-on leadership role that blends storytelling, brand building, and team empowerment in alignment with the Crytek strategy.

Job Responsibility:

Empower Product Development Teams to define and lead their global communication strategies for game updates, community engagement, and new product launches
Collaborate with publishing, marketing, and development teams to ensure messaging is player-centric and aligned with product goals
Oversee social media, content creation, and influencer relations
Serve as the company’s voice in business media, industry, and public forums
Manage business press relations, executive communications, and crisis response planning
Ensure consistency, compliance, and integrity in all external messaging
Design and implement internal communication strategies that keep employees informed, engaged, and connected
Partner with leadership and HR to support organizational change, culture initiatives, and cross-team alignment
Foster a transparent and feedback-rich environment through clear and open channels
Lead employer branding that reflects the diversity and creativity of our team to attract and retain top talent
Collaborate with People & Culture teams to showcase our values, work environment, and career opportunities

Requirements:

7+ years of experience in communications leadership with at least 3 of these years in the video games industry
Strong strategic thinking with the ability to execute across multiple channels and audiences
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a clear, inclusive, and engaging style
5+ years of experience in building and managing teams and mentoring talent across disciplines in the craft
Ability to navigate complex situations with empathy, clarity, and confidence
Passion for video games and a deep understanding of player communities
Willingness to relocate to Frankfurt am Main, Germany

Nice to have:

5+ years work experience in the video games industry
Native or native like German language skills
Master of Communication
Language skills in one or more of Mandarin, French, Spanish, Turkish, Polish, Portuguese, or Italian

What we offer:

Career Path
Relocation Support (relocation budget, flight coverage, visa/permit assistance, settling-in help)
Company Apartment (fully furnished for first three months)
Public Transport Pass
Gym Card (Fitness First membership)
State-of-the-art Office
Equal Opportunity & Inclusion
German Classes
Events (starter breakfasts, parties, Gamescom trip)
Vacation Days (24 days per year, increasing up to 28)

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 20, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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