IGN Entertainment is seeking an experienced Head of Social to lead IGN Entertainment’s social media strategy and operations across entertainment, gaming, and tech. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a proven track record of driving engagement, revenue, and audience growth in digital media.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in social media management, digital publishing, audience development, or content strategy.
- Demonstrated ability to grow audiences, drive engagement, and deliver on revenue goals.
- Strong experience analyzing performance metrics, traffic trends, and revenue outcomes to inform decision-making and content strategy.
- Proven experience leading social strategy and operations for a major media brand, entertainment company, publisher, or digital content organization.
- Deep understanding of major social platforms including Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, X, and YouTube Shorts, including publishing best practices, audience behavior, and platform-specific content strategy.
- Proven leadership experience managing large teams and cross-functional projects.
- Experience managing, mentoring, and developing high-performing creative and operational teams.
- Track record of partnering effectively with editorial, video, production, sales, and branded content teams.
- Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders across multiple teams and brands.
- A strong understanding of gaming, entertainment, technology, and fan culture is highly preferred.
- Experience in live event coverage and producing engaging real-time content.
- Proficiency with Google Suite and Adobe Premiere; additional editing or analytics tools a plus.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and project management skills.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Life and disability benefits
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Flexible Time Off
- Volunteer Time Off
- Paid holidays
- Family building and caregiving support
- Generous Family Care and Parental leave
- Fitness Reimbursement
- Wellness programs
