Chess
201-500 employees
Internet
Gaming
Entertainment
Technology
About Chess
Chess.com is the world's largest online chess platform, offering a comprehensive suite of tools for players of all skill levels to play, learn, and improve their chess game. Founded in 2007, the company provides live chess games, puzzles, lessons, articles, and videos, fostering a global community of chess enthusiasts. Chess.com aims to make chess accessible and enjoyable for everyone, promoting the game's growth through innovative technology and engaging content. The platform supports millions of users worldwide and hosts major online chess tournaments, positioning itself as a leader in the digital chess space.
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Description
- Chess.com, one of the largest gaming sites globally, is hiring a Social Growth Specialist to connect chess culture with trending social conversations.
- The role involves monitoring social media, creating timely content, forecasting trends, and acting as a key voice for the brand.
- The position requires flexible hours, including nights and weekends, to cover major events and cultural moments.
- The candidate should have a deep understanding of internet culture, memes, and social media platforms like TikTok, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.
- Responsibilities include creating viral content, analyzing trends, engaging with celebrities and top-tier UGC, and working closely with social and partnership teams.
- The role is fully remote and requires a passion for chess and social media innovation.
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Requirements
- Genuine and demonstrable understanding of the game of chess, its community, and culture
- Expert-level, intuitive understanding of internet culture, memes, and current events across sports, entertainment, gaming, and music
- 3+ years of experience managing and growing social media accounts
- Native understanding of TikTok, X (Twitter), Instagram, and YouTube
- Ability to quickly create compelling, platform-native content using tools like CapCut, Canva, Adobe Premiere, Photoshop
- Cleverness and ability to craft engaging, authentic brand voice
- Comfort with a non-traditional, flexible schedule including nights and weekends
- Experience creating viral content (nice-to-have)
- Video/image editing skills (nice-to-have)
- Existing social media presence demonstrating cultural awareness (nice-to-have)
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Benefits
- Flexible working hours including nights and weekends to cover major events
- Remote work from anywhere
- Opportunity to work in a passionate, mission-driven company with a flat culture
- Engagement with a global community of chess and social media enthusiasts