At the core of Epic’s success are talented, passionate people. Epic prides itself on creating a collaborative, welcoming, and creative environment. Whether it’s building award-winning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make visually stunning interactive experiences, we’re always innovating.
Being Epic means being a part of a team that continually strives to do right by our community and users. We’re constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development.
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 DoAs 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
- 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
This role is open to multiple locations across the US (including CA, NYC, & WA).
Pay Transparency InformationThe expected annual base pay range(s) for this position are detailed below. Each base pay range is relevant only for individuals who are residents of or will be expected to work within the specified locale. Compensation varies based on a variety of factors, which include (but aren’t limited to) things such as skills and competencies, qualifications, knowledge, and experience. In addition to base pay, most employees are eligible to participate in Epic’s generous benefit plans and discretionary incentive programs (subject to the terms of those plans or programs).
Epic Games is a leading interactive entertainment company. For over 30 years we've been making award-winning games and engine technology that empowers others to make visually stunning games and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before. Epic's award-winning Unreal Engine technology not only provides game developers the ability to build high-fidelity, interactive experiences for PC, console, mobile, and VR, it is also a tool being embraced by content creators across a variety of industries such as media and entertainment, automotive, and architectural design. As we continue to build our Engine technology and develop remarkable games, we strive to build teams of world-class talent.
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Skills Required
- 10+ years in Education, Training, or a related field with emphasis on technology and learning platforms
- Experience leading high-performing cross-functional teams and collaborating with stakeholders across business functions
- Track record of setting effective strategy and leading successful programs that deliver measurable results
- Experience managing a budget and building scalable services efficiently
- Ability to think critically and adapt in a fast-paced environment using modern technologies and pedagogical approaches
- Passion for game development and Epic's primary industries
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive—often free—and includes medical, dental, vision, and access to therapy sessions. Feedback suggests these offerings are a standout element of the overall package.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Stock options and sizable bonuses are highlighted as meaningful parts of total compensation, with some describing pay as unmatched. Feedback suggests equity and incentives materially enhance perceived compensation.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous time off, paid holidays, and sabbaticals are referenced alongside improvements in work-life balance. Feedback suggests paid leave breadth helps offset demanding periods.
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What We Do
Founded in 1991, Epic Games is an American company founded by CEO Tim Sweeney. The company is headquartered in Cary, North Carolina, and has more than 50 offices worldwide. Today Epic is a leading interactive entertainment company and provider of 3D engine technology. Epic operates one of the world’s largest games, Fortnite, and Epic has over 600 million accounts with over 5 billion friend connections across Fortnite, Fall Guys, Rocket League, and the Epic Games Store. Epic also develops Unreal Engine, which powers the world’s leading games and is also adopted across industries such as film and television, architecture, automotive, manufacturing, and simulation. Through Unreal Engine, Epic Games Store, and Epic Online Services, Epic provides an end-to-end digital ecosystem for developers and creators to build, distribute, and operate games and other content.
