Social Growth Specialist at Chess

About Chess.com

Chess.com is one of the largest gaming platforms in the world and the #1 place to play, learn, and enjoy chess. We are a fully remote team of 600+ people across 60+ countries supporting 200M+ players with a blend of product, content, and community-driven features. We value a mission-driven, flat, life-celebrating culture and we look forward to meeting creative people who love chess and internet culture.

Role overview

We are hiring a Social Growth Specialist to spot cultural moments, create timely platform-native content, and drive viral engagement that connects chess to broader conversations in sport, entertainment, and culture. You will act as a finger on the pulse for trending moments, producing witty, authentic content that scales across TikTok, X, Instagram, and YouTube.

What you’ll do

• Monitor social channels, sports, and entertainment news to surface timely opportunities for chess to join the conversation.
• Create and post platform-native content such as memes, short video edits, clever copy, and reactive posts that have viral potential.
• Produce quick video edits and on-platform content using tools like CapCut, Canva, or similar workflows.
• Work closely with Social Media and Partnerships to amplify initiatives and coordinate partner interactions with creators, athletes, and other brands.
• Develop and execute bold social stunts and experiments designed to generate high-impact cultural moments.
• Track and analyze social performance to refine content strategy and identify emerging platform features and trends.
• Be prepared to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, to cover major events and breaking moments.

Qualifications

• 3+ years hands-on experience growing social accounts, either personal high-growth channels or professional brand accounts.
• Deep familiarity with TikTok, X, Instagram, and YouTube, and a demonstrated instinct for meme and internet culture.
• Ability to create fast, compelling content with basic video editing and graphic tools, and to produce on-the-fly social-first assets.
• Strong written voice and an ability to craft authentic brand interactions with creators, personalities, and other communities.
• Comfort working a non-traditional schedule to chase cultural moments and live events.
• Genuine interest in chess and its community, with an ability to translate chess moments into broader cultural relevance.

Nice to have

• Experience producing viral content previously, and portfolio examples of high-engagement work.
• Hands-on familiarity with Adobe Premiere, Photoshop, CapCut, or similar editing tools.

Location and schedule

This is a full-time, 100% remote role. Candidates can work from anywhere, though preferred timezones are the Americas and Canada. Flexible hours are required to cover major events and trending moments.

Compensation and benefits

Competitive salary and benefits are offered. Specific compensation details will be shared with candidates during the process. Chess.com supports a remote-first benefits approach and provides relevant support and resources for remote employees.

How to apply

Apply via the job application form, submitting your resume, portfolio or links to social channels that demonstrate your work. Chess.com is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from diverse backgrounds.