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Sr. Manager, Esports Production Management

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Riot Games

7d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Sports & Fitness
  • Los Angeles

AI generated summary

  • You need 10+ years in production, budget management over $2M, strong leadership skills, effective communication, empathy for sports fandom, and proficiency in AutoCAD and management software.
  • You will manage production processes, oversee multiple events, coordinate vendors, communicate with leadership, and ensure efficient, scalable broadcast production while traveling for global events.

Requirements

  • 10+ Years as a Technical Director or Line Producer
  • Experience managing and delivering on a budget of over 2 million dollars
  • Managerial Skills of managing simultaneous teams that oversee departments of dozens of people each
  • Leadership skills, knowing when to make the right decisions and present non-negotiable conditions, having the ability to speak up when noticing something is wrong or out of place
  • Working and collaborating in a complex matrixed organization
  • Strong work ethic, self-starter, self management
  • Effective communicator between high-level executives on down
  • Time management skills for delivering concurrent global events
  • Budget and money management of multiple departments
  • Autocad
  • Budget Management Software (MovieMagic, Showbiz, Excel)
  • Team Management Software (Airtable, Monday)
  • Working in Sports industry, having empathy towards sports fandom
  • Experience working as a line producer and/or technical director
  • Bachelor's degree in applicable field

Responsibilities

  • In-depth knowledge of Field, Event, and Studio Production
  • Effective at managing vendors and contractors, executing multiple departments and 100+ people on-site
  • Effective at managing full production departments through pre-production, planning, event, and wrap
  • Owns the communication directed from Riot Leadership, overseeing the execution of technical production and costs associated with.
  • Develops and implements the technical production and broadcast production process from pre-production and load-in through wrap of multiple events. Makes events efficient and standardized to be repeatable and scaled
  • Can facilitate managers and production companies in aiding the creation of a television show from start to finish
  • All responsibilities are outlined above in the “Role” category
  • 25-40% travel to support global events

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Sr. Manager, Esports Production Management?

The primary responsibility is to drive and manage the successful execution of technical physical production and broadcast physical production for global events.

How many years of experience are required for this position?

A minimum of 10 years as a Technical Director or Line Producer is required.

Is travel required for this role?

Yes, 25-40% travel is required to support global events.

What kind of budget experience is necessary for this position?

Candidates should have experience managing and delivering on budgets of over 2 million dollars.

What tools or software should candidates be familiar with?

Familiarity with Autocad, budget management software (like MovieMagic, Showbiz, Excel), and team management software (such as Airtable and Monday) is desired.

What type of work environment is encouraged at Riot Games?

Riot Games fosters a workplace that values teamwork, diversity, and inclusion, promoting a fair and collaborative culture.

What educational background is preferred for this position?

A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is preferred.

What kind of skills are emphasized for success in this role?

Craft expertise, a collaborative spirit, and strong decision-making abilities that prioritize player experiences are emphasized.

How does Riot Games support employee benefits?

Riot Games offers various benefits including open paid time off, flexible work schedules, medical, dental, and life insurance, parental leave, and a 401k with company match.

Is prior experience in the sports industry valued for this position?

Yes, having empathy and experience in the sports industry is considered a valuable asset.

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Riot Games

Rioters wanted: we’re looking for humble, but ambitious, razor-sharp pros who take play seriously.

Entertainment & Media
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2006
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Since 2006, Riot Games has stayed committed to changing the way video games are developed, published, and supported for players. From our first title, League of Legends, to 2020’s VALORANT; we have strived to evolve the community with growth in Esports, and expansion from games into entertainment. Players are the foundation of Riot's community and because of them, we’re able to reach new heights. Founded by Brandon Beck and Marc Merrill, Riot is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, and has 4,500+ Rioters in 20+ offices worldwide. Riot has been featured on numerous lists including Fortune’s “100 Best Companies to Work For,” “25 Best Companies to Work in Technology,” “100 Best Workplaces for Millennials,” and “50 Best Workplaces for Flexibility.”