Senior Social Media Content Manager

Epic Games • Los Angeles, CA

170d • $126 - $185

About The Position

At the core of Epic's success are talented, passionate people. Epic prides itself on creating a collaborative, welcoming, and creative environment. Whether it's building award-winning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make visually stunning interactive experiences, we're always innovating. Being Epic means being a part of a team that continually strives to do right by our community and users. We're constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development. The Epic Communications team advances the company's narrative and represents Epic products and the company vision to external and internal audiences globally. We create positive relationships and engagement strategies with a wide range of audiences, including media, investors, influencers, and policymakers.

Requirements

• 5-7 years of experience in social-first content development or digital storytelling, ideally within gaming, entertainment, or consumer tech.
• Strong understanding of platforms like TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter), and Reddit, and what resonates on each.
• Track record of launching and scaling successful content franchises and campaigns in a high-growth environment.
• Deep creative instincts paired with sharp operational judgment.
• Experience managing and mentoring creative teams and/or agency partners.
• Adept in analytics tools and social listening platforms, with the ability to glean insights and refine strategy based on performance data.
• Comfortable operating in an ambiguous, fast-paced, and highly collaborative environment.
• Passion for Epic's mission and the communities we serve, especially within Fortnite, UEFN, and Unreal Engine.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in international content strategies and cultural fluency.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development and execution of social-first content initiatives across Epic's global social media ecosystem, focusing on creative storytelling, cultural relevance, and audience growth.
• Partner with internal stakeholders and external agencies to develop and scale original content formats that reflect the tone, community, and voice of our franchises.
• Collaborate closely with influencer, partnerships, and paid media teams to maximize reach and impact of content initiatives.
• Build and mentor a cross-functional content team, ensuring alignment on creative vision, editorial calendars, brand voice, and emerging platform strategies.
• Oversee integration of reporting into content initiatives, guiding creative iteration through a data-driven lens.
• Champion a content roadmap that elevates player narratives, community creativity, and key product beats through engaging short-form, video, and real-time reactive content.
• Act as a thought leader within the Social Media & Editorial team, driving experimentation, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement in our creative output.
• Guide the development of processes and workflows that balance real-time responsiveness with strategic long-range planning.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and location.
• Inclusive work culture and diverse teams.
• Opportunities for professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees