Social Media Manager- Video Games

Apex Systems; Redmond (WA); Remote; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Systems seeks a Social Media Program Manager to be the social voice for Minecraft. This 18-month remote contract role involves managing social media strategies, engaging with the community, and driving growth across platforms. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in social media management, particularly within the gaming sector, and a passion for Minecraft.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K program with company match

Employee stock purchase program

SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in social media strategy planning.
• Knowledge and experience of Minecraft preferred.
• Copywriting experience for social media.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow social media channels for Minecraft.
• Create and implement social strategies and campaigns.
• Engage with players and brands on social media platforms.

Skills

Communication

Community Engagement

Social Media Strategy

Data Analysis

Tools

Office 365

Social Media Analytics Tools

Job description

Description

We are seeking a Social Media Program Manager to help be the social voice for Minecraft. This is an 18 month contract role. It is a remote role.

Job#: 2073192

Job Description:

Description

We are seeking a Social Media Program Manager to help be the social voice for Minecraft. This is an 18 month contract role. It is a remote role.

In this role, you will partner with our Community Management team and Operations pillar to help manage and grow our owned social media channels, create, and implement social strategies and campaigns, and engage with players and brands, and influencers on our social media platforms.

In the role of Social Media Manager, you will report to our Social Media Campaign Lead. Your focus will be on managing content calendars, scheduling, drafting copy and posting on our social media channels, as well as monitoring (including potential for light moderation duties) analytics and reporting.

We are seeking an energetic, creative self-starter with superb communication skills, and passion for gaming. Other competencies include a familiarity with Minecraft, understanding of current social media trends, and ability to skillfully drive community growth and engagement. You will need to be self-motivated, organized, and able to adapt quickly (as is the nature of social media).

SCOPE OF WORK

• Design and implement social media strategy that resonates with our diverse and global audience and aligned with Minecraft’s overarching brand, tone of voice, and social strategy.
• Define channel priorities, set goals and targets, aligning to business goals and audience insights.
• Create social media campaigns for key beats in partnership with our Marketing, PR and Game teams.
• Host content ideation and team brainstorms.
• Generate and publish social content and engage with audiences daily.
• Curate user generated content (UGC) and identify potential influencers, creators, and customer voices to highlight and work with.
• Provide strategic recommendations and support for Minecraft Creative Team in conceptualization and execution of assets for social media.
• Track and report on channel and content performance, setting benchmarks and contributing to campaign reporting dashboards.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of Minecraft social media handles, including participating in content brainstorming sessions, keeping an eye on sentiment, responding to comments, filling any moderation gaps, creating, and scheduling social media copy, and regular reporting of performance, social listening themes and learnings.
  
  

REQUIREMENTS:

• 5 years of experience in social media strategy planning, goal setting, and implementation.
• Minecraft knowledge and experience is highly preferred.
• Experience managing high volume social media channels for well-known video game publishers, video game equipment manufacturers or similar organizations within/supporting gaming sector is mandatory.
• Exceptional knowledge of social media, which means you stay up to date with new trends and features.
• Understanding of community engagement and audience strategy
• Ability to influence without authority.
• Competent with Office 365 and analytics tools (Sprinklr and native social media analytics experience preferred)
• Copywriting experience for social media and an ability to easily adapt to tone of voice.
• Excellent data analysis and storytelling skills.
  
  

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

Apex Systems is part of the Commercial Segment of ASGN Incorporated.

NYSE: ASGN

4400 Cox Road

Suite 200

Glen Allen, Virginia 23060

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] (Do not submit resumes or solicit consultants to this email address). UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Apex Systems.

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