WHAT MAKES US EPIC?
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.
COMMUNICATIONS
What We Do
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.
What You'll Do
Epic is looking for an experienced communications professional to join our communications team. In this role you will lead proactive, reactive, and crisis management communications workstreams to shape and manage public, press, and player reputation globally. You will partner closely with the internal stakeholders including marketing, public policy, legal, engineering and product teams.
In this role, you will
- Create proactive and reactive corporate communications strategies on policy, regulatory matters, legal developments, and safety
- Work with cross-functional teams to develop proactive product storytelling opportunities around Fortnite and Rocket League
- Be part of the team that manages Epic’s rapid response efforts, working in fast-paced and high stakes environments to address issues with players, consumers, and policy makers
- Establish and maintain relationships with journalists, analysts, and influential voices globally across gaming, technology, and business sectors
What we're looking for
- 10+ years of of experience in communications or public relations, preferably a mix of in-house and agency and/or political organizations
- Experience building and executing global and creative communications programs
- Experience leading on communications for high stakes, rapid response matters and using social media monitoring tools to inform strategies
- Experience driving communications and advocacy strategies around complex issues
- Experience managing global agency partners
- A proactive problem solver, with strong instincts for when to escalate issues and work with leadership
- Proven track record of delivering results and working well in dynamic environments
- Someone with excellent writing and verbal communication skills
This role is open to multiple locations across the US (including NYC).
Pay Transparency Information
The expected annual base pay range(s) for this position are detailed below. Each base pay range is relevant only for individuals who are residents of or will be expected to work within the specified locale. Compensation varies based on a variety of factors, which include (but aren’t limited to) things such as skills and competencies, qualifications, knowledge, and experience. In addition to base pay, most employees are eligible to participate in Epic’s generous benefit plans and discretionary incentive programs (subject to the terms of those plans or programs).
New York City Base Pay Range$174,579—$256,049 USDABOUT US
Epic Games is a leading interactive entertainment company. For over 30 years we've been making award-winning games and engine technology that empowers others to make visually stunning games and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before. Epic's award-winning Unreal Engine technology not only provides game developers the ability to build high-fidelity, interactive experiences for PC, console, mobile, and VR, it is also a tool being embraced by content creators across a variety of industries such as media and entertainment, automotive, and architectural design. As we continue to build our Engine technology and develop remarkable games, we strive to build teams of world-class talent.
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