GUIDES BY
How to reach out to Epic Games recruiters
We have helped hundreds of people on each stage of their job search, ultimately guiding them as they land great roles. With each success, we have gained so much data and inside knowledge about the job search. So, we wanted to share what we have learned to help you land a job, too.
If you are interested in the added benefit of mentoring from industry experts, join Pathrise.
Find company recruiter email addresses
Once you find an open role that fits with your background, the first step is to apply online. But, some people think that's all they can do. That is incorrect! Instead, increase your chances by sending a compelling cold email to the recruiter as a follow up.
At Pathrise, candidates who send cold emails after submitting their applications triple their response rate. Find a connection between you and the recruiter to warm up the email and then reiterate why you are a good fit for the role. If you are not sure what to say, use this guide with our cold email template to help you.
In order to help you successfully send cold emails, we have compiled email addresses for recruiters at many of the top tech companies. Check out our guide and email list for your next recruiter outreach emails.
How to get a job at Epic Games
Spending time on company research before applying for a position should be part of your routine. This helps you learn about their mission, values, culture, and products before you interact with the recruiters, hiring managers, and other employees so that you can show you match with the organization.
About Epic Games:
Mission: Epic Games is in the business of creating fun games we want to play and building the art and tools we need to bring those games to life. We provide our engine tech to developers around the world, and consistently strive to stay on the cutting edge of our industry. We iterate to improve everything, every day: our games, our technology, our processes, even our work space and people. This unrelenting focus on innovation and quality defines us.
Get more inside information on Epic Games, including interview questions and processes, in our How to get a job at Epic Games guide.
For more help on your job search, check these guides with step-by-step information:
Personalize the email for your role
When you reach out in your cold emails, you need to hit the right points for your role. Use these tips to ensure you are catching their eye so they move you forward.
When you email the:
Epic Games software engineering recruiter, make sure you research the programming languages that they use and highlight your expertise in each one.
Epic Games product design recruiter, make sure your portfolio showcases all of your skills throughout the entire design process.
Epic Games data science recruiter, make sure you mention relevant projects that match the goals of the company.
Epic Games marketing recruiter, make sure you quantify the results in your background statements because it is more impressive.
Epic Games product management recruiter, make sure you research their products heavily and talk about how your background connects to their current work.
Epic Games sales recruiter, make sure you focus on how you approach your funnels differently and why you are the right fit for this specific team.
How to write cold emails for job applications
You can use our template to send strong cold emails along with your applications.
Hi [recruiter name],
[Personal greeting and intro]. [Include reason for reaching out].
[Insert interest in company’s product/values/mission and a follow up statement tying in your background]. [insert any other relevant background information - tie it into the job description].
[Tie interest in company and background into a closing statement]. [End with an ask to connect or to move forward in the process].
Best, [Your name]
Here is the template filled out so you can get a sense for how to do it yourself:
Hi [recruiter name]
I recently applied for the [position] I saw on [platform] and noticed you are a [role] at [company]. While I am not sure if you are the right person to contact, I definitely have the experience that the team is seeking.
As a Math major, I’ve taken the time on the side to perfect my code to analyze data problems. I’ve worked on 10+ data projects focusing on data cleaning, visualization, and prediction models using machine learning, neural network, and topic modeling. For example, with work in [impact statement], I can see myself leveraging those experiences to scale the data mountain at [company].
I know you are super busy, but I would appreciate the opportunity to hop on a quick call to learn more about [specific role/team]. Would you be free for a 15-minute call either [timeframe 1] or [timeframe 2]?
Best, [your name]
With recruiter email addresses and cold email templates at your disposal, you should be on your way to more application responses and interview requests.
Looking for more? Pathrise can help
Pathrise is an online mentorship program that works with people 1-on-1 on each stage of their search, helping them build the skills necessary to be the best candidate possible. Fellows in Pathrise usually see a 2-4x increase in application response rates, 1.5-3x increase in interview scores, and 10-20% increase in salary through negotiation.
Land Your Dream Job