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Full-Time

Senior Manager

Music Licensing

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Epic Games

Epic Games

5,001-10,000 employees

Develops games and provides development tools

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Gaming

Compensation Overview

$162.4k - $238.2kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Washington, USA + 1 more

Category
Content Strategy
Creative Writing
Content & Writing
Required Skills
Marketing
Requirements
  • 7+ years of experience in music licensing
  • Capable of using market and player insights to inform decision-making
  • Understanding of and interest in gaming
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects in parallel in fast-paced environments
  • Able to build long-term internal and external relationships with key stakeholders
Responsibilities
  • Serve as Global Partnerships team lead on all initiatives that require licensed music, from ideation to negotiations to launch
  • Use market and player insights to identify optimal music for gameplay, monetization, and marketing needs
  • Lead music clearance process on behalf of Epic; determine necessary terms for campaigns, partnerships, and projects; ensure music is properly licensed on time and at Epic quality, in partnership with cross-functional internal stakeholders
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with music industry stakeholders
  • Identify KPIs and manage budgets for music licensing needs
  • Maintain detailed record of clearances to keep Partnerships team and broader internal stakeholders informed of clearance status
  • Evaluate the success of music integration opportunities based on identified KPIs and create reports for internal and external stakeholders as needed

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

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

8%

1 year growth

14%

2 year growth

34%
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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