Editorial Manager (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Editorial Manager (Gamedev): Oversees the execution of global editorial programs for the PlayStation Store, shaping planning, standards, and workflows across regions. Focus on managing content calendars, ensuring alignment between global plans and regional publishing priorities, and using data to inform decisions and program improvements.

Location: San Mateo, CA or Tokyo, Japan (Hybrid)

Salary: $147,200 — $220,800 USD

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in entertainment producing the PlayStation family of products and services.

What you will do

• Lead day-to-day execution of global editorial programs across PlayStation Store surfaces.
• Oversee creation, curation, and delivery of daily and weekly editorial content, highlights, and narratives across global Store surfaces.
• Partner with regional leads (including Japan, UK, and USA) to execute coherent global programs, adapt content for local relevance, and surface regional insights that can inform global planning.
• Help define and roll out editorial guidelines, tone-of-voice frameworks, and quality standards for global Store surfaces.
• Partner with Analytics & Insights teams to evaluate performance of editorial content and programs across global and regional surfaces.

Requirements

• 6–10+ years experience in editorial, digital publishing, content strategy, or program management in the video games industry (Japan's gaming industry).
• Experience managing or mentoring editorial teams or content owners is a strong plus.
• Strong writing and editorial judgment, with experience shaping narratives, curation, and player-centric content.
• Proven ability to manage complex content pipelines and deliver consistently at high quality.
• Experience operating in cross-functional, global environments; confident communicator across teams and time zones.
• Deep understanding of gaming culture, trends, and the PlayStation audience, with familiarity with Japan as a key market.

Culture & Benefits

• Eligible for SIE’s top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products.
• Eligible for a bonus package.
• Strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity.