Senior Player Engagement Manager

Aspyr Media, Inc.

$90K — $120K *
Consumer Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of experience in Community Management or Social Media within the gaming industry, specifically with licensed IPs.
  • Expert knowledge of community platforms like Discord, Reddit, and Steam Community Hubs.
  • Demonstrated success in managing community growth for major title launches or live service games.
  • Familiarity with project management tools and knowledge of the game development lifecycle.
  • Extensive understanding of the video game market, particularly around remasters and remakes.
  • Ability to manage multiple AA and AAA projects simultaneously with a focus on high-impact tasks.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to enhance global player engagement.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement a community roadmap for AAA legacy titles and new releases across various platforms.
  • Establish structured feedback pipelines to convert community sentiment into actionable insights for product innovation.
  • Collaborate with marketing and creative teams to produce engaging community-focused content.
  • Cultivate relationships with super fans and creators to build a network of brand advocates.
  • Implement transparent communication strategies for game lifecycle updates to maintain player trust.
  • Act as the lead liaison for community sentiment, providing strategic advice to the leadership team in sensitive situations.
  • Work closely with studio partners to advocate for player interests and improve game experiences.

Benefits

  • In-person work environment fosters direct collaboration with team members.
  • Opportunity to shape community engagement for beloved game franchises.
  • Access to cutting-edge projects in the gaming industry.
  • Engagement with a global community of passionate gamers.
  • Development opportunities within a prominent video game company.
Full Job Description
**Please note that all positions posted for Aspyr Media, Inc. are in-person/in-office only; remote positions are not available.**

Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Head of Product Management , the Senior Player Engagement Manager is the bridge between Aspyr and the millions of fans who cherish legendary IPs. This role will lead the global community vision for multiple properties from the early announcement phase through launch and long term live support. This individual serves as the definitive champion for our players within the studio and acts as the influential ambassador for Aspyr to the global gaming community.
Essential Functions:
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive community roadmap for AAA legacy titles and new releases across Discord, Reddit, X (Twitter), and emerging platforms
  • Build structured pipelines to gather qualitative player feedback and sentiment. Synthesize global community sentiment into high-impact, actionable intelligence that drives product innovation and elevates overall game quality
  • Partner with the marketing, product and creative teams to create engaging community first content, including Dev Diaries, AMAs, and Behind the Scenes looks at the remastering process
  • Identify and nurture relationships with super fans, creators, and lore experts to build a network of advocates for our franchises
  • Develop and execute transparent communication strategies for all game lifecycle releases, including patches, updates, and hotfixes, to foster and sustain player trust during critical launch windows
  • Serve as the lead liaison for community sentiment in sensitive scenarios, offering steady and tactical counsel to the leadership team
  • Collaborate with our Studio partners and internal Core Games teams to advocate for player interests and drive enhancements to the overall game experience
Preferred Qualifications:
  • 6+ years experience in Community Management or Social Media within the gaming industry (licensed IP experience a must)
  • Expert level knowledge of Discord, Reddit, and Steam Community Hubs
  • Proven experience managing community growth for a major launch or live service title
  • Familiarity with project management tools and the game development lifecycle
  • Extensive knowledge of the video game landscape, with specific knowledge of remasters and remakes
  • Ability to manage numerous AA and AAA projects simultaneously, while prioritizing high return work
  • Skilled in articulating community strategies and integrating stakeholder input
  • Possesses excellent interpersonal and communication abilities to bolster global player engagement and cultivate a positive brand sentiment for various franchises
  • Proficiency in producing high-quality copy and written content across a variety of platforms and formats


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