Rachid Belrhiti
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Julie Carneiro
Rachid was the first person I hired as a manager and I am happy to have made this choice. He went from Intern to a strong PR specialist very quickly. His adaptability, analytical skills, curiosity and understanding of communication and video games industry are among his strenghts. For those reasons, I would recommend Rachid for any job in Marketing and PR in the gaming industry
Gary GILLET
I worked with Rachid for two years in the EMEA PR/Marketing department at Bandai NAMCO Entertainment Europe. Rachid is the perfect colleague for team work, he always tries to understand others' opinion but also does not hesitate to defend his point of view with relevant argumentation. This key point brings innovative ideas and is a real motor for an entertainment company. Our mutual passion for video game/Japan culture and his infinite knowledge on those topics transformed this professional relationship into a friendship.
Julie Carneiro
Rachid was the first person I hired as a manager and I am happy to have made this choice. He went from Intern to a strong PR specialist very quickly. His adaptability, analytical skills, curiosity and understanding of communication and video games industry are among his strenghts. For those reasons, I would recommend Rachid for any job in Marketing and PR in the gaming industry
Gary GILLET
I worked with Rachid for two years in the EMEA PR/Marketing department at Bandai NAMCO Entertainment Europe. Rachid is the perfect colleague for team work, he always tries to understand others' opinion but also does not hesitate to defend his point of view with relevant argumentation. This key point brings innovative ideas and is a real motor for an entertainment company. Our mutual passion for video game/Japan culture and his infinite knowledge on those topics transformed this professional relationship into a friendship.
Julie Carneiro
Rachid was the first person I hired as a manager and I am happy to have made this choice. He went from Intern to a strong PR specialist very quickly. His adaptability, analytical skills, curiosity and understanding of communication and video games industry are among his strenghts. For those reasons, I would recommend Rachid for any job in Marketing and PR in the gaming industry
Gary GILLET
I worked with Rachid for two years in the EMEA PR/Marketing department at Bandai NAMCO Entertainment Europe. Rachid is the perfect colleague for team work, he always tries to understand others' opinion but also does not hesitate to defend his point of view with relevant argumentation. This key point brings innovative ideas and is a real motor for an entertainment company. Our mutual passion for video game/Japan culture and his infinite knowledge on those topics transformed this professional relationship into a friendship.
Julie Carneiro
Rachid was the first person I hired as a manager and I am happy to have made this choice. He went from Intern to a strong PR specialist very quickly. His adaptability, analytical skills, curiosity and understanding of communication and video games industry are among his strenghts. For those reasons, I would recommend Rachid for any job in Marketing and PR in the gaming industry
Gary GILLET
I worked with Rachid for two years in the EMEA PR/Marketing department at Bandai NAMCO Entertainment Europe. Rachid is the perfect colleague for team work, he always tries to understand others' opinion but also does not hesitate to defend his point of view with relevant argumentation. This key point brings innovative ideas and is a real motor for an entertainment company. Our mutual passion for video game/Japan culture and his infinite knowledge on those topics transformed this professional relationship into a friendship.
Experience
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The Sandbox
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Hong Kong
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Entertainment Providers
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300 - 400 Employee
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Head of Marketing
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Feb 2023 - Present
Management & Strategy: - Define the Marketing department's vision & and strategy. - Track budget across marketing & and comms group. - Oversee the GTM strategy for LAND Sales, all of The Sandbox internal products, and Live operations/in-game events. - Support the business development team in their research, due diligence, and meetings. - Management of 7 team members. Operations: - Align on cross-team priorities with a focus on global marketing & and communication… Show more Management & Strategy: - Define the Marketing department's vision & and strategy. - Track budget across marketing & and comms group. - Oversee the GTM strategy for LAND Sales, all of The Sandbox internal products, and Live operations/in-game events. - Support the business development team in their research, due diligence, and meetings. - Management of 7 team members. Operations: - Align on cross-team priorities with a focus on global marketing & and communication initiatives. - Design, establish, and drive marketing processes and initiatives for The Sandbox - Build and maintain all documentation necessary for the successful planning and tracking of IPs and brand partnerships. - Oversee marketing relationships with T1 IPs (Playboy, Paris Hilton, Gucci etc.) alongside the Account Management team.
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Head of Marketing Operations
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Sep 2022 - Feb 2023
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Ubisoft
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France
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Computer Games
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700 & Above Employee
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Associate Director Esports, Head of EMEA
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Dec 2021 - Aug 2022
Management & Strategy: - Build the department from scratch, with 7 team members. - Responsible for the region's organization, vision, and KPIs. - Manage a multi-million dollar P&L for esports in EMEA and be accountable for all expenses. - Oversee GTM strategy (incl. Marketing, Comms, Content, PR, CRM etc) Operations: - Oversee the day-to-day business and competitive operations for all the competitions across EMEA (Regional and local) - Work closely with legal to build… Show more Management & Strategy: - Build the department from scratch, with 7 team members. - Responsible for the region's organization, vision, and KPIs. - Manage a multi-million dollar P&L for esports in EMEA and be accountable for all expenses. - Oversee GTM strategy (incl. Marketing, Comms, Content, PR, CRM etc) Operations: - Oversee the day-to-day business and competitive operations for all the competitions across EMEA (Regional and local) - Work closely with legal to build our contracts with different partners. - Create a new grassroots platform for 3rd parties and the community. Business Development: - Supporting BD team in finding new leads. - Develop new markets (MENA, APAC etc.). - Manage relationships with existing partners (TOs, agencies, esports organizations etc).
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Group Manager, Esports Projects, EMEA
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Jun 2019 - Dec 2021
Management & Strategy: - Designed and spearheaded the global development and strategy of the league, including tools, KPIs, and processes, to ensure successful execution that advances the league's vision and promotes growth. - Defined the strategy and goals for our esports events, ensuring the best possible experience for fans, both online and on-site. - Built and co-managed a multi-million dollar P&L. - Managed a team of 8 individuals (including 2 temporary staff) divided into… Show more Management & Strategy: - Designed and spearheaded the global development and strategy of the league, including tools, KPIs, and processes, to ensure successful execution that advances the league's vision and promotes growth. - Defined the strategy and goals for our esports events, ensuring the best possible experience for fans, both online and on-site. - Built and co-managed a multi-million dollar P&L. - Managed a team of 8 individuals (including 2 temporary staff) divided into League Ops (EU and APAC) and Events (Six Invitational 2021, Majors, Finals, etc.). - Fostered a strong team culture focused on collaboration, transparency, and positivity. Operations: - Established the global rulebook for our leagues in collaboration with the legal department and other business entities. - Managed relationships with Rainbow Six team owners, other organizations, and player personnel. - Coordinated our 15+ local championships to ensure alignment with our objectives and integration into the global esports ecosystem. - Engaged in frequent communication and reporting with Ubisoft leadership and the wider organization. Built and led relationships with various Tournament Operators and partners, such as FaceIt, LiveNation, ESL, etc.
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Huawei
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China
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Telecommunications
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior PR & Communications Manager
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2017 - 2019
- Lead the Communications department's transformation for the HONOR brand. - Build the strategy to shift from a brand perceived as cheap to a brand producing high-quality phones at the right price tag. - Implement project management tools and processes to boost productivity and ensure that all team members and departments had the right information/task at the right time. - Develop communications across multiple styles and platforms. - Manage a team of 6 persons. - Lead EU… Show more - Lead the Communications department's transformation for the HONOR brand. - Build the strategy to shift from a brand perceived as cheap to a brand producing high-quality phones at the right price tag. - Implement project management tools and processes to boost productivity and ensure that all team members and departments had the right information/task at the right time. - Develop communications across multiple styles and platforms. - Manage a team of 6 persons. - Lead EU territory's communications for multiple HONOR products such as: 7A, 7C, 7X, 8X, 9X, Honor Play, Honor Band, and flagship products such as Honor 10 and Honor View 20. - Manage external agencies (RED Communications, Leo Burnett etc.) - Spearhead the HiHonor Social Platform project: a platform where developers, hardcore fans, core fans, and enthusiasts can gather and discuss about our products. - Manage HONOR related reporting and internal communications. - Organize and oversee the press experience for EU media at our Launch & Press Events. - Oversee the local PR strategies (France, Germany, UK, Spain, Italy) and ensure they were in-line with our corporate and product goals. - Anticipate potential negative coverage, build the adapted framework and serve as an adept crisis communications manager. Show less - Lead the Communications department's transformation for the HONOR brand. - Build the strategy to shift from a brand perceived as cheap to a brand producing high-quality phones at the right price tag. - Implement project management tools and processes to boost productivity and ensure that all team members and departments had the right information/task at the right time. - Develop communications across multiple styles and platforms. - Manage a team of 6 persons. - Lead EU… Show more - Lead the Communications department's transformation for the HONOR brand. - Build the strategy to shift from a brand perceived as cheap to a brand producing high-quality phones at the right price tag. - Implement project management tools and processes to boost productivity and ensure that all team members and departments had the right information/task at the right time. - Develop communications across multiple styles and platforms. - Manage a team of 6 persons. - Lead EU territory's communications for multiple HONOR products such as: 7A, 7C, 7X, 8X, 9X, Honor Play, Honor Band, and flagship products such as Honor 10 and Honor View 20. - Manage external agencies (RED Communications, Leo Burnett etc.) - Spearhead the HiHonor Social Platform project: a platform where developers, hardcore fans, core fans, and enthusiasts can gather and discuss about our products. - Manage HONOR related reporting and internal communications. - Organize and oversee the press experience for EU media at our Launch & Press Events. - Oversee the local PR strategies (France, Germany, UK, Spain, Italy) and ensure they were in-line with our corporate and product goals. - Anticipate potential negative coverage, build the adapted framework and serve as an adept crisis communications manager. Show less
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Bigpoint GmbH
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Germany
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Computer Games
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100 - 200 Employee
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Senior PR Manager
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2016 - 2017
- Help top management with the new culture definition and its implementation. - Manage 2 communication managers. - Produce and develop PR plans from a strategic and tactical viewpoint in order to maximize impact on campaigns, at a global and local level. - Develop and maintain departmental processes to streamline and improve output from the communication department. - Develop and improve tracking solutions to monitor the impact of PR activities on Corporate and Product levels. -… Show more - Help top management with the new culture definition and its implementation. - Manage 2 communication managers. - Produce and develop PR plans from a strategic and tactical viewpoint in order to maximize impact on campaigns, at a global and local level. - Develop and maintain departmental processes to streamline and improve output from the communication department. - Develop and improve tracking solutions to monitor the impact of PR activities on Corporate and Product levels. - Maintain strict budget control over Communication Activities. - Work with local teams to find new PR opportunities. - Manage external agencies. - Consulting on our Chinese products. Show less - Help top management with the new culture definition and its implementation. - Manage 2 communication managers. - Produce and develop PR plans from a strategic and tactical viewpoint in order to maximize impact on campaigns, at a global and local level. - Develop and maintain departmental processes to streamline and improve output from the communication department. - Develop and improve tracking solutions to monitor the impact of PR activities on Corporate and Product levels. -… Show more - Help top management with the new culture definition and its implementation. - Manage 2 communication managers. - Produce and develop PR plans from a strategic and tactical viewpoint in order to maximize impact on campaigns, at a global and local level. - Develop and maintain departmental processes to streamline and improve output from the communication department. - Develop and improve tracking solutions to monitor the impact of PR activities on Corporate and Product levels. - Maintain strict budget control over Communication Activities. - Work with local teams to find new PR opportunities. - Manage external agencies. - Consulting on our Chinese products. Show less
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Bandai Namco Europe
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France
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Computer Games
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200 - 300 Employee
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EMEA PR Specialist
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2013 - 2016
- Develop and raise the awareness around BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment titles - Manage BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe PR performance enhancement and monitor the industry’s activity - Create & apply new methods to help our territories analyze the output of our actions and create PR Reports & Post-Mortems - Implement new tools to enhance the productivity of our partners - Manage & train 2 colleagues - Manage all the following products & brands: Ni no Kuni II: Revenant Kingdom… Show more - Develop and raise the awareness around BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment titles - Manage BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe PR performance enhancement and monitor the industry’s activity - Create & apply new methods to help our territories analyze the output of our actions and create PR Reports & Post-Mortems - Implement new tools to enhance the productivity of our partners - Manage & train 2 colleagues - Manage all the following products & brands: Ni no Kuni II: Revenant Kingdom, Ace Combat 7, DARK SOULS III, TEKKEN 7, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, DARK SOULS II, DARK SOULS II Scholar of the First Sin, NARUTO SHIPPUDEN Ultimate Ninja STORM 4, DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE, ONE PIECE: Burning Blood, Tales of Zestiria, Project X Zone 2, Dragon Ball Z: Extreme Butoden, PAC-MAN 256 & PAC-MAN Bounce, NAMCO F2P titles (Rise of Incarnates, SoulCalibur Lost Swords; ACE COMBAT Infinity) and plenty of other projects...
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EMEA PR Assistant
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2013 - 2013
- Manage games: Naruto Shippuden Ultimate Ninja Storm 3 Full Burst, One Piece Romance Dawn, Young Justice: Legacy, Monster High 13 Wishes etc. - Build and adapt PR strategies to EMEA Markets - Create Press Releases & Media Alerts - Create and develop new tools for PR reports - Help organizing Press Events (such as NBGE - Manga Press Tour 2013) - Provide specific content to Territories - Contact with Local PR Managers and Brand/Product Managers - Create assets (Videos &… Show more - Manage games: Naruto Shippuden Ultimate Ninja Storm 3 Full Burst, One Piece Romance Dawn, Young Justice: Legacy, Monster High 13 Wishes etc. - Build and adapt PR strategies to EMEA Markets - Create Press Releases & Media Alerts - Create and develop new tools for PR reports - Help organizing Press Events (such as NBGE - Manga Press Tour 2013) - Provide specific content to Territories - Contact with Local PR Managers and Brand/Product Managers - Create assets (Videos & Screenshots) - Review and assess competitors' communication
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BarrierePoker.fr
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Paris
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Marketing Assistant - Business Development
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2011 - 2011
- Enhance the online poker offer - Create Poker promotions for "Française des Jeux" games - Create the loyalty program - Write & edit the Internal newsletter - Review and assess competitors' communication - Enhance the online poker offer - Create Poker promotions for "Française des Jeux" games - Create the loyalty program - Write & edit the Internal newsletter - Review and assess competitors' communication
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Affiliate & Poker Manager
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2009 - 2010
- Manage a portfolio of affiliates - Create campaigns for affiliates (CPM, CPC, CPA) - Manage the poker room budget - Create the loyalty program - Create new tournaments and offers - Manage a portfolio of affiliates - Create campaigns for affiliates (CPM, CPC, CPA) - Manage the poker room budget - Create the loyalty program - Create new tournaments and offers
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esportsfrance
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Freelance
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Journalist
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2004 - 2008
- Create content (news, livescores, interviews) - Create "Portraits" (Long interviews and facts with famous video-games players) - Cover Events such as Electronic Sports World Cup, Gamers Assembly etc - Create content (news, livescores, interviews) - Create "Portraits" (Long interviews and facts with famous video-games players) - Cover Events such as Electronic Sports World Cup, Gamers Assembly etc
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Jeux Videos and Co - ULTIMA Games
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Troyes Area, France
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Sales Assistant
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2007 - 2007
• Organize a video game tournament with scarce ressources • Canvass sponsors for the tournament • Creation of a showcase website for the store and the tournament • Organize a video game tournament with scarce ressources • Canvass sponsors for the tournament • Creation of a showcase website for the store and the tournament
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Education
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Institut Supérieur de Gestion
Master’s Degree, MSc in Change Management & Company Organization -
IDRAC Paris
Master's degree, Communication and Media Studies -
Lycée Paul Valéry (Meknés, Morocco)
Baccalauréat, Economics