Public Relations Manager, APAC / Japan

Xsolla
Kuala Lumpur, Tokyo, Seoul
Workplace: RemoteFull timeFunction: Communications, PR & CommunityExperience: 6-8 yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Writing","Crisis management","Communication","Stakeholder management"]

Seasoned Public Relations professional leading APAC and Japan media relations for a gaming technology company. Build and execute regional PR strategies, collaborate with marketing, coordinate events, and tailor content for Japanese and English audiences across APAC while navigating local cultural nuances from Kuala Lumpur or Tokyo. Remote across APAC.

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Public Relations Manager, APAC / Japan

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Job Summary

Seasoned Public Relations professional leading APAC and Japan media relations for a gaming technology company. Build and execute regional PR strategies, collaborate with marketing, coordinate events, and tailor content for Japanese and English audiences across APAC while navigating local cultural nuances from Kuala Lumpur or Tokyo. Remote across APAC.
Location: Kuala Lumpur, Tokyo, Seoul
Workplace: Remote
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Communications, PR & Community
Seniority: Manager level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Foster relationships with media outlets and partners across APAC, including Japan and Korea.
  • •Contribute to marketing communications plans covering strategy, goals, budget, and tactics.
  • •Develop a strategic media relations plan to secure primary placements across print, broadcast, and online outlets in Japanese and English, with APAC regional focus.
  • •Assist in coordinating PR activities, including event logistics and speaking opportunities at regional games and fintech/web3 events.
  • •Collaborate with the integrated marketing manager to create engaging content for traditional and new media, while respecting regional cultural norms.

Key Requirements

  • •BA/MA degree in Marketing, Advertising, Communications, or a related discipline.
  • •6-8 years of proven track record in strategizing and executing successful public relations campaigns at domestic and international levels, with meaningful APAC market experience, including Japan.
  • •Strong networks with local and international media outlets across APAC (Japan a plus); relationships with content creators/influencers are advantageous.
  • •Exceptional writing and editing skills – short form, long form, branded content, light ad copywriting.
  • •PR event planning and execution experience within APAC (Japan and South Korea) and crisis communications expertise.
Experience:6-8 yearsAPACGamingPR campaigns
Education:Bachelor's
Skills:WritingCrisis managementCommunicationStakeholder management
Languages:EnglishJapanese

Company Brief

Xsolla
Provides payment, billing, distribution and commerce solutions for video game developers and publishers, enabling in-game purchases, store infrastructure, fraud protection, and global payment processing to monetize games across platforms and regions.
Industry: Payments
Company Size: Large (251 to 1,000 employees)
Growth: Established Company
Headquarters: Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles, United States
Founded: 2005
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