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Control Risks Group

$130 - $140/hr

Lead the day-to-day operations of a three-person intelligence team supporting global eSports tournaments, live broadcasts, fan events, executive engagements, and other high-profile activities.

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How much do esports operations jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for esports operations in the United States is $26.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $30.29 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an esports operations?

An Esports Operations job involves managing the logistical, administrative, and strategic aspects of esports events, teams, and competitions. This role ensures smooth tournament execution, handles scheduling, oversees rule enforcement, and coordinates with stakeholders such as sponsors, broadcasters, and players. It requires strong organizational skills, problem-solving abilities, and knowledge of the esports industry. Responsibilities may also include budget management, venue coordination, and ensuring compliance with league regulations.

What does an esports operations do?

Daily responsibilities in Esports Operations often include coordinating schedules for matches or tournaments, communicating with players, teams, and sponsors, and overseeing the logistics of live or online events. You'll also help troubleshoot technical issues, manage staff or volunteers, and work closely with broadcast and production teams to ensure smooth event execution. Collaboration is key, as you may interact with marketers, referees, and content creators to deliver a seamless viewer and participant experience. This role is dynamic and fast-paced, requiring multitasking and quick decision-making especially during live events.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in esports operations?

To excel in Esports Operations, you need solid event management skills, an understanding of esports tournament structures, and experience with scheduling, logistics, or production coordination, often supported by a relevant degree or industry background. Familiarity with broadcasting platforms (Twitch, YouTube), tournament software (Battlefy, Challonge), and real-time communication tools is highly beneficial. Strong organizational abilities, problem-solving, and effective communication help you manage fast-paced events and collaborate with diverse teams. These competencies are critical to ensuring smooth, successful tournaments and a high-quality experience for participants and viewers.

What careers are in esports?

Careers in esports include roles such as esports athlete, team coach, event organizer, broadcast producer, content creator, and community manager. These positions often require skills in gaming, communication, and event management, and may involve working with streaming platforms, tournament platforms, or gaming hardware.
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Infographic showing various Esports Operations job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,588 per year, or $26.2 per hour.

Student - Esports Operations Team Manager

Snhu

Lumberton, NC • On-site

$13 - $15/hr

Part-time

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Southern New Hampshire University is a team of innovators. World changers. Individuals who believe in progress with purpose. Since 1932, our people-centered strategy has defined us - and helped us grow a team that now serves over 180,000 learners worldwide.

Our mission to transform lives is made possible by talented people who bring diverse industry experience, backgrounds and skills to the university. And today, we're ready to expand our reach. All we need is you.

The opportunity

Southern New Hampshire University is seeking a student employee to fill the role of Esports Operations Team Manager. This position will act as the student leader for the SNHU Esports operations team. It will be responsible for all scheduling and planning for the Esports Arena.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Lead the SNHU Esports Operations Team.
  • Coordinate and lead weekly team operations meetings.
  • Maintain and communicate schedule for the esports arena including weekend events.
  • Develop, plan, and implement a technology maintenance strategy.
  • Coordinate weekly PC update schedule.
  • Formalize team operating guidelines, technical documents, and troubleshooting documents.
  • Introduce Students, Faculty, and Staff to the arena and explain our mission, goal, and program.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Enrollment in an Undergraduate program at SNHU
  • Strong information technology skills including Windows 11, gaming and peripheral software and hardware, and user administration software
  • Proficiency with all technology involved in the esports arena
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Work-study may be preffere
  • Must be reliable and punctual
  • Respectfulness and exceptional communication skills
  • Customer Service Mindset

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with collegiate esports
  • Knowledge of technology utilized in esports broadcasting (Discord, Game Platforms, Windows, Peripherals, Vmix, OBS)
  • Customer Service Experience

We believe real innovation comes from inclusion - where different experiences, perspectives and talents are celebrated. So if you're wondering whether SNHU is right for you, take the leap and apply. You might be just the person we're looking for.

Compensation

The hourly pay range for this position is $13.00 - $15.00. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations.

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