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Camden-Fairview Schools

ESports Sponsor

Camden, AR · On-site

Recruits and retains students for the Esports program * Organizes, schedules, prepares, and ... Oversees and manages the program budget, including ordering of supplies, equipment, uniforms, and ...

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How much do esports manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for esports manager in the United States is $62,661.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,000.00 and $69,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What jobs pay 2000 a day?

High-paying jobs that can reach $2,000 a day include roles such as senior esports managers, professional gamers with sponsorships and tournament winnings, and specialized consultants in the esports industry. These positions often require extensive experience, strong industry connections, and skills in management, marketing, or game analysis.

What jobs pay $400 an hour?

In the esports industry, high-paying roles such as top-tier esports managers, tournament organizers, or consultants can earn around $400 an hour, especially with extensive experience, specialized skills, and a strong reputation. These positions often involve strategic planning, sponsorship negotiations, or event management at the professional level.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Esports Manager position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Esports Manager, you need expertise in team management, event coordination, and a strong understanding of the esports industry, often backed by a bachelor’s degree in sports management or a related field. Familiarity with tournament platforms, streaming tools, project management software, and certifications like Certified Esports Professional can be beneficial. Excellent communication, leadership, problem-solving abilities, and organizational skills help you guide teams and collaborate effectively with players, sponsors, and partners. These competencies are vital for building successful teams, ensuring smooth operations, and fostering growth in a highly competitive industry.

What does a esports manager do?

An esports manager oversees the organization and operation of esports teams or events, including team coordination, scheduling, and communication with players and sponsors. They often handle logistics, marketing, and strategic planning to ensure team success and brand growth, requiring strong leadership and knowledge of the gaming industry.

What are some typical daily responsibilities of an Esports Manager?

An Esports Manager’s daily tasks often include coordinating team practice schedules, facilitating communication among players and coaches, managing travel and competition logistics, and maintaining professional relationships with sponsors and tournament organizers. They also oversee player wellbeing, supervise marketing or social media activities, and ensure compliance with league regulations. Collaboration is key, as managers frequently work with analysts, brand partners, and event coordinators to maximize team success and exposure. This dynamic role requires balancing operational details with big-picture strategy to keep teams performing at their best.

How much does an esports manager make?

An esports manager's salary typically ranges from $40,000 to $80,000 annually, depending on experience, team size, and location. Higher-level managers or those working with prominent organizations can earn over $100,000, especially with additional bonuses and sponsorship deals.

What does an Esports Manager do?

An Esports Manager oversees the operations and development of esports teams, tournaments, and events. Their responsibilities include team management, player scouting, sponsorship acquisition, scheduling, and ensuring smooth competition logistics. They also collaborate with coaches, analysts, and marketing teams to enhance team performance and brand visibility. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for success in this role.

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Infographic showing various Esports Manager job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 65% Full Time, and 33% Part Time. Highlights an 85% In-person, 2% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,661 per year, or $30.1 per hour.
Sr. Manager, Esports Product Management (TFT)

Sr. Manager, Esports Product Management (TFT)

Riot Games

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$136K - $179K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

The Global Esports team is focused on delivering amazing player experiences through Riot Games global esports events and regional competitions. Our professional, semi-professional, and community competitive tiers in League of Legends, VALORANT, Teamfight Tactics, Riftbound, and 2XKO, involve thousands of players and hundreds of organizations competing every week online and in-person.
As a Sr. Manager, Esports Product Management, you will build esports ecosystems, with a focus on Teamfight Tactics, the worlds largest PC strategy game. You'll sit on game leadership teams to help steer TFT. Additionally, you'll support explorations on new titles. This role reports to the Director, Esports Product Management.
Responsibilities:
  • Partner with the Executive Producers and Publishing Leads to define outcomes for esports and align on a vision for the player experience for games, with a primary focus on Teamfight Tactics
  • Own the holistic player experience and partner with other Riot teams to champion execution against your vision - from live events and broadcast, to marketing and partnerships
  • Evaluate and refine existing programs, such as the TFT Open & Pro Circuit, to ensure they hold up against changing conditions and new information as the title continues to grow.
  • Partner with regional teams to develop a nuanced understanding of local player needs and ensure the global strategy is executed and amplified at the local level
  • Serve as a member of Game Leadership Teams, championing and aligning on esports strategy while contributing broader perspective beyond your functional lane to drive the best outcomes for the game
  • Manage the P&L and health of the esports ecosystems, both establishing and tracking metrics including viewership (e.g., AMA / PCU), audience satisfaction, and engagement (e.g., tournament participation)
  • Support as an esports craft lead globally, partnering with esports leads from League of Legends, VALORANT, and other titles, to set the vision for and hold a high performance bar

Required Qualifications:
  • 7+ years of product leadership experience in esports or product management
  • Proven ability to create and articulate a clear product vision and strategy
  • A fan of TFT esports, with a demonstrated understanding of the esports ecosystem, the major players, and how the ecosystem fits together
  • Background working with community members, especially streamers and content creators, to build programs and products that support their needs
  • Experience managing complex, matrixed teams; including experience managing distributed teams
  • Experience working with international teams, especially working with teams in China
  • Holistic product P+L ownership/management experience
  • Bachelor's degree in business or a related field

For this role, you'll find success through craft expertise, a collaborative spirit, and decision-making that prioritizes the delight of players. We will be looking at your past studies, experience, and your personal relationship with games. If you embody player empathy and care about players' experiences, this could be your role!
Our Perks:
Riot focuses on work/life balance, shown by our open paid time off policy and other perks such as flexible work schedules. We offer medical, dental, and life insurance, parental leave for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and children, and a 401k with company match. Check out our benefits pages for more information.
At Riot Games, we put players first . That mission drives every decision in our quest to create games and experiences that make it better to be a player. Whether you're working directly on a new player-facing experience or you're supporting the company as a whole, everyone at Riot is part of our mission. And just like in our games, we're better when we work together. Our goal is to create collaborative teams where you are empowered to bring your unique perspective everyday. If that sounds like the kind of place you want to work, we're looking forward to your application.
It's our policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and members of Riot Games, Inc. Riot Games makes reasonable accommodations for handicapped and disabled Rioters and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, handicap, veteran status, marital status, criminal history, or any other category protected by applicable federal and state law. We consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law, including the California Fair Chance Act, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the Washington Fair Chance Act.
Per the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the following core duties may create a basis for disqualifying candidates with relevant criminal histories:
  • Safeguarding confidential and sensitive Company data
  • Communication with others, including Rioters and third parties such as vendors, and/or players, including minors
  • Accessing Company assets, secure digital systems, and networks
  • Ensuring a safe interactive environment for players and other Rioters

These duties are directly related to essential operations, safety, trust, and compliance obligations within our organization. Please note that job duties may evolve based on business needs and additional responsibilities may be assigned as necessary to maintain operational efficiency and security.
  • (Los Angeles Only) Base salary range between $206,700.00 - $289,000.00 USD + incentive compensation + equity + 401K with company match + medical, dental, vision, and life insurance + short and long-term disability + open PTO.
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About Riot Games

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Riot Games was founded in 2006 by Brandon Beck and Marc Merrill with the intent to change the way video games are made and supported for players. In 2009, Riot released its debut title League of Legends to worldwide acclaim. The game has since gone on to become the most played PC game in the world and a key driver of the explosive growth of esports. Players are the foundation of our community and it's for them we continue to evolve and improve the League of Legends experience.

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Computer and electronic product manufacturing

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Los Angeles, CA, US

Year founded

2006

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