Full-Time
Executive Assistant
Posted on 6/21/2024
Epic Games
5,001-10,000 employees
Develops games and provides development tools
Mid, Senior
Morrisville, NC, USA
- Proven experience as an executive assistant
- High degree of professionalism in dealing with outside partners and senior executives
- Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask
- Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, quickly changing environment
- Proficient in Excel, Word, and calendaring software
- Ability to travel to support offsite events, maximum quarterly
- Experience working in gaming, entertainment, technology, or communications fields is preferred
- College degree, preferred
- Provide sophisticated calendar management and meeting scheduling with understanding of team priorities and goals
- Book complex domestic and international travel arrangements, including flights, hotels, trains, and taxis
- Submit and reconcile expense reports
- Organize and support domestic and international offsite meetings with both internal employees and external partners
- Provide general support to visitors, including booking conference rooms, organizing catering, completing NDAs, compiling agendas, and scheduling meetings
- Maintain discretion in handling confidential information
- Be present in team meetings, as requested, and follow up on action items
Epic Games develops and publishes popular video games like "Fortnite" and "Unreal Tournament," available on platforms such as iOS, Android, and PC. The company also provides Epic Online Services, which offer tools for other developers to manage and scale their games, including backend support and online multiplayer features. Unlike many competitors, Epic Games shares its technology, such as the Unreal Engine, which is widely used in the industry. The goal of Epic Games is to enhance gaming experiences for players while empowering developers with the necessary tools and support.
Company Stage
IPO
Total Funding
$15.4B
Headquarters
Cary, North Carolina
Founded
1991
6 month growth
↑ 8%1 year growth
↑ 14%2 year growth
↑ 34%
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Epic Games' continuous innovation, such as the introduction of new game modes like 'Fortnite Reload,' keeps the gaming experience fresh and engaging for users.
- Strategic partnerships, like the one with AWS for the Women Creators Program, highlight Epic Games' commitment to diversity and industry leadership.
- The company's multifaceted revenue streams, including game sales, in-game purchases, and licensing fees from Unreal Engine, provide financial stability and growth potential.
What critics are saying
- The ongoing legal battle with Apple could hinder Epic Games' expansion plans and create financial and operational uncertainties.
- The highly competitive gaming market requires constant innovation and successful new releases, which can be challenging to sustain.
What makes Epic Games unique
- Epic Games leverages its highly popular titles like 'Fortnite' to create a strong brand presence and loyal user base, unlike many competitors who struggle to maintain consistent hits.
- The Unreal Engine, a powerful and widely-used game development tool, sets Epic Games apart by providing a robust platform for other developers, creating an ecosystem that extends beyond their own games.
- Epic Online Services offers comprehensive backend support and multiplayer capabilities, making it easier for developers to scale their games, a service not commonly provided by other game developers.
Benefits
Health coverage - 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 and profit share
Robust mental well-being programs & free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents
Unlimited PTO & sick time
Paid sabbatical