Epic Games

Director, Education & Training

Epic Games$120K — $150K *
Cary, NC 27513In-Person
Education, Government & Non-Profit
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in Education, Training, or a related field, focusing on technology and learning platforms
  • Strong critical thinking skills and adaptability to fast-paced environments
  • A genuine passion for game development and knowledge of Epic's primary industries
  • Proven experience in leading high-performing cross-functional teams
  • History of setting strategies and executing successful programs with measurable results
  • Budget management experience and building scalable services efficiently

Responsibilities

  • Accelerate adoption in target markets through institutional partnerships and curriculum support
  • Oversee tool-specific bootcamps targeting career tracks and industry showcases
  • Drive a Train-the-Trainer program to expand technical instruction globally via external partners
  • Manage regional initiatives to enhance local market engagement and visibility for Epic
  • Foster community engagement by collaborating with the Community team to facilitate programs and content
  • Set strategic vision for infrastructures such as tool directories and learning management systems
  • Establish metrics to assess program and content effectiveness

Benefits

  • 100% coverage of medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees and dependents
  • Long Term Disability and Life Insurance coverage offered
  • 401k plan with competitive matching contributions
  • Access to a comprehensive mental well-being program, including free therapy and coaching
  • Company-wide events and paid breaks throughout the year
  • Unlimited PTO and sick leave available
  • Recognition for 7 years of service with a paid sabbatical
Full Job Description
UNREAL ENGINE LEARNING RESOURCES
What We Do

Epic's Education & Learning team provides accessible ways for current and aspiring creators to learn the real-time 3D tools and skills they need to be successful.
What You'll Do

As Director of Education & Training you will lead a team that is passionate about learning and driven to engage with educators and students--whether in an academic setting or through professional growth. You will set the strategy for growing adoption of Epic tools in educational markets and providing learning content that meets the needs of an evolving market, showcasing Epic's latest technical capabilities. You will also engage regularly with educators and users through events and programs that tap into high-growth opportunities.
In this role, you will
  • Accelerate adoption in target markets via institutional partnerships and curriculum support
  • Oversee tool-specific bootcamps focused on career tracks and industry showcases
  • Drive a Train-the-Trainer program to scale technical instruction globally through external partners
  • Oversee regional initiatives to boost local markets, grow adoption, and increase Epic's visibility through events and speaking engagements
  • Foster engagement by collaborating with the Community team to facilitate programs, deliver content, and encourage community-led learning
  • Set strategy and vision for enabling infrastructure including tooling (Interactive Partner Directory, LMS) and certification pathways that promote and reward learning
  • Establish and track metrics that gauge effectiveness of programs and content
What we're looking for
  • 10+ years in Education, Training, or a related field, with an emphasis on technology and learning platforms
  • The ability to think critically and adapt in a fast-paced environment, leveraging the latest technologies and pedagogical approaches
  • A passion for game development and Epic's primary industries
  • Experience leading high-performing cross-functional teams and collaborating with stakeholders in multiple business functions
  • A track record of setting effective strategy and leading successful programs that deliver measurable results
  • Experience managing a budget and building scalable services efficiently
EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE

Our intent is to cover all things that are medically necessary and improve the quality of life. We pay 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match. We also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents. Throughout the year we celebrate our employees with events and company-wide paid breaks. We offer unlimited PTO and sick time and recognize individuals for 7 years of employment with a paid sabbatical.

About Epic Games

Epic Games is a video game development company that is best known for creating the popular game Fortnite. The company was founded in 1991 by Tim Sweeney and is headquartered in Cary, North Carolina. Epic Games has developed a number of other successful games, including the Unreal series and Gears of War. The company is also known for its Unreal Engine, a game engine that is used by many other game developers. Epic Games is committed to advancing the state of the art in game development and creating innovative and engaging experiences for players.
Learn more about Epic Games
Size
2,700 employees
Industry
Founded
1991

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