Social Media Manager Intern

Job Description

Here is the detailed, enriched job description for the Social Media Manager Intern role at Blitz, an imprint of Voodoo:

About Voodoo

Founded in 2013, Voodoo is a leading tech company dedicated to entertaining the world through innovative mobile games and applications. With a robust team of 800 employees, Voodoo boasts an astonishing 7 billion downloads and engages over 200 million active users globally, solidifying its position as the #3 mobile publisher worldwide by downloads, surpassed only by industry giants Google and Meta. Its impressive portfolio features chart-topping games such as *Mob Control• and *Block Jam*, as well as widely popular apps like *BeReal• and *Wizz*.

Team

This exciting role is within the Blitz team, a dynamic gaming platform launched by Voodoo in 2021. Blitz is a pioneering mobile application designed for eSport competitions, offering players a vibrant ecosystem to enjoy, practice, and compete across a diverse range of games. The platform supports various engaging competitive modes, including intense 1v1 matches, thrilling tournaments, and challenging high-score events. A distinctive feature of Blitz is its “Cash Games” option, where players can pay an entry fee to compete for real-money prizes, adding an extra layer of excitement and reward.

Role

As a Social Media Manager Intern for Blitz, you will be pivotal in managing and significantly growing our public social media presence across key platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and TikTok. Your primary mission will be to create captivating content, foster vibrant community interaction, and meticulously analyze performance metrics to continuously refine our social media strategy, ultimately driving unparalleled player engagement beyond the application itself.

Key Responsibilities

• Content Creation: Strategically develop and execute highly creative and engaging social media content, including posts, videos, graphics, and memes, ensuring alignment with Blitz’s distinct brand identity and the broader gaming culture.
• Online Engagement & Community Management: Proactively manage all social media interactions, including responding to comments, messages, and mentions, to cultivate meaningful relationships and strengthen player loyalty and community spirit.
• Social Listening: Diligently monitor player sentiment, emerging trends, and ongoing discussions within the gaming and social media landscape to identify proactive opportunities for engagement, content creation, and platform improvement.
• Data Analysis & Performance Reporting: Track, interpret, and report on key social media performance metrics, such as engagement rates, follower growth, and content reach, to inform and optimize social media strategies for maximum impact.
• Trend Spotting & Innovation: Stay relentlessly updated on the latest social media trends, viral content, and gaming industry insights, ensuring Blitz’s social media presence remains fresh, relevant, and engaging.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely and seamlessly with the Marketing/Growth and LiveOps teams to ensure consistent messaging, synchronize campaigns, and maximize overall campaign impact.
• Paid Social Campaign Support: Provide crucial assistance in the planning and optimization of paid social media campaigns alongside the Growth team, focusing on driving effective player acquisition and retention.

Profile

We are seeking a highly motivated and creative individual who meets the following criteria:

• Final-year student from a top-tier business, marketing, or communication school, actively seeking an impactful internship experience.
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal, for effective communication.
• A genuine and demonstrable passion for mobile gaming, esports, and thriving online communities.
• Strong interest in current social media trends, innovative content creation, and robust community management strategies.
• Exceptional copywriting, storytelling, and visual content creation skills to craft compelling narratives and visuals.
• An analytical mindset with a proven ability to interpret complex data and translate insights into actionable content optimization strategies.
• Proactive, highly creative, and meticulously detail-oriented, coupled with strong multitasking abilities to manage diverse responsibilities effectively.
• Familiarity with essential social media tools, including analytics platforms, content scheduling software, and various content editing applications.

Nice to Have

• Previous experience working within startups, the gaming industry, or other fast-paced digital environments.
• Proficiency with design and editing tools such as Canva, Figma, Adobe Suite, AI tools, and various video editing software.
• A foundational understanding of SEO principles, influencer marketing strategies, and paid social advertising techniques.