Remote E-sports Tournament Director

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Remote E-sports Tournament Director to lead planning and execution of competitive online gaming events. You will manage tournaments end-to-end from planning through post-event analysis, collaborating with players, teams, casters, and production crews.

The role requires deep esports knowledge, excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to manage complex logistics in a fast-paced, remote environment.

Qualifications

• Experience organizing e-sports tournaments.
• Deep knowledge of popular titles, formats, and competition structures.
• Strong planning, time management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication with players, teams and staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and execute online e-sports tournaments for various game titles.
• Develop and enforce tournament rules, formats, and schedules for fair play.
• Manage player registration, communication, and support throughout the lifecycle.
• Coordinate with casters, streamers, and production teams for broadcasts.
• Oversee prize distribution and ensure timely payouts to winners.
• Monitor progress, resolve disputes, and make real-time decisions to keep operations smooth.

Skills

Tournament management

Esports knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication

Remote work

Streaming software

Battlefy

Toornament

Tools

Battlefy

Toornament

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly organized and passionate Remote E-sports Tournament Director to lead the planning and execution of competitive online gaming events. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to manage tournaments from anywhere in the world. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of e-sports competitions, from initial planning and rule development to real-time management and post-event analysis. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of various e-sports titles, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to manage complex logistics and diverse stakeholders in a fast-paced digital environment, contributing to the growth of competitive gaming.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and execute online e-sports tournaments for various game titles.
• Develop and enforce tournament rules, formats, and schedules to ensure fair play.
• Manage player registration, communication, and support throughout the tournament lifecycle.
• Coordinate with casters, streamers, and production teams for broadcast elements.
• Oversee prize distribution and ensure timely payouts to winners.
• Monitor tournament progress, resolve disputes, and make real-time decisions to maintain smooth operations.

Requirements

• Proven experience in organizing and directing e-sports tournaments or similar competitive online events.
• In-depth knowledge of popular e-sports titles, game mechanics, and competitive scenes.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with players, teams, and staff.
• Familiarity with tournament management platforms and streaming software.
• Ability to remain calm and make effective decisions under pressure in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary for a remote role in the burgeoning e-sports industry.
• Full remote work flexibility, allowing work from your preferred location.
• Opportunity to be at the forefront of the global e-sports ecosystem.
• Engage with a passionate community of gamers and professionals.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of exciting competitive gaming experiences.