eSports Operations Manager
Dallas Mavericks
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The Dallas Mavericks is currently seeking a passionate and highly organized individual with a deep commitment to learning and growing within the fast-paced and ever-changing eSports industry. The ideal candidate is creative, adaptable and has a track record of proactively identifying opportunities and implementing solutions. The Operations Manager, eSports will be directly responsible for the day-to-day operations and management of our eSports interests providing administrative and analytical support to the Director, eSports. Additionally, this individual will be the main point of contact for all external parties, including other team operations' staffs and the wider gaming community.
The eSports Operations Manager will be the leader within the broader organization for the NBA 2K eLeague team. Responsible for planning, operations, and representing the team internally and externally. The successful candidate will have a vast knowledge of the NBA 2K system. The eSports Manager will understand and have experience around eSports. The successful candidate will be a strong communicator with an ability to work on a diverse team. The eSports Manager must be an innovative leader committed to delivering results. Strong planning, prioritization, and project management competencies. Preferred candidates will have an extensive network of contacts in the pro-player scene. Must be comfortable with tournament structures and the video game system.
The eSports Manager must have experience with eSports competition, console gaming, and must possess a passion for video games. There must also be a demonstrated ability to juggle priorities and deadlines in a demanding environment. The successful candidate will have experience managing a team and account management. Professional experience working with the development and execution of competitive gaming, pro-gaming, ladders, leagues, and tournaments
A successful applicant will be self-motivated; demonstrate strong relationship building skills along with initiative, resourcefulness, and an ability to work creatively and proactively while collaborating in a team environment. The candidate should be prepared to work in a fast-paced team environment but driven to take the initiative to succeed when presented with individual work responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
• Support the planning and delivery of NBA 2K eSports team
• Manage relationships with eSports League, related organizations, and cultivate new relationships
• Represent the interests of the eSports team both internally and with external partners
• Manage the execution of eSports competitions, events and communication
• Represent the organization in match conflicts and other areas of interest with other team operations staff
• Manage sponsor and community requests and obligations to promote and educate fan base and community
• Research gaming industry events and conventions leading to recommendations for team activations and involvement
• Provide analysis and reporting on all League events
• Partner with internal stakeholders on marketing and sales opportunities
• Other duties as assigned
Required / Desired Skills
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Passion for eSports; experience as a player, coach or manager required
• 5 years of business management experience, ideally within eSports or gaming industry
• Acute knowledge of professional gaming landscape, including leagues and tournaments
• Strong project management and organizational skills, including attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects on time and within budget required
• Strong work ethic, teamwork and relationship-building skills
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• 50% of travel required
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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