Aardvark Swift is supporting CI Games in their search for a Lead Gameplay Programmer. Founded in 2002, the studio has been creating globally recognised games for 20 years with their most popular franchise, Sniper Warrior, selling over 14 million copies!
Their employees share a passion for creating exceptional games with the best global talent available. They currently have a number of exciting projects in the pipeline in Unreal Engine 5, with true ownership of their creative direction.
As a Senior Influencer Manager, you will be responsible for the Global influencer strategy for all titles going forward, representing CI Games, Hexworks, Underdog and United Label. In this position, you will not develop the studio’s ongoing and future relationships with a wide variety of influencers, in time growing a dedicated network of influencer resources.
Additionally, you will propose and own the influencer budget for all titles, negotiating all rates and commissions with influencers, in addition to budgeting for third party support where necessary.
Your Responsibilities…
Strategise, plan, and execute the global influencer strategy for all releases from all affiliated studios to increase title awareness, develop brand reputation, and boost both digital and physical sales
Define the studio’s ongoing influencer strategy, while also identifying and acting on new opportunities to develop said program
Translate product strategy and commercial targets into influencer marketing activations that combine unique content opportunities with authentic creators
Coordinate and support content creators to build successful campaigns, and act as their main point of contact at a studio level
Monitor, analyse and report insights to key stakeholders on all influencer activity
Strategise, plan and execute all influencer events and activities, mindful of ROI and KPIs
Manage and drive all third-party agencies supporting influencer marketing efforts, such as influencer marketing agencies, talent agencies and freelance contributors
Collaborate with the social media team to support all influencer activations
The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role…
Previous experience in a similar role
AAA/AA experience
Socially connected on platforms such as Twitch, YouTube, Instagram and more to build connections
You have a deep understanding PC gaming and the titles that core gamers play
Able to work flexibly on both routine and more complex tasks across various projects and time-zones
Ability to prioritise workload as well as being flexible and responsive to last minute changes
You can work independently and collaborate as part of a larger team
You can explain the varying support required for streamers, youtubers, cosplayers, and more
High level of attention to detail
Good communication and interpersonal skills, able to listen carefully and respond appropriately at all levels
Excellent proficiency in English
The perks and benefits included...
Employee wellbeing program
Flexible working hours
Annual discretionary bonus
Support with personal development
CI Games include attractive remuneration, holidays and social events. Their studio’s inclusive environments thrive with collaborative teamwork with people from all around the world, different nationalities, and languages.
