Remote Esports Coach: Lead Player Development

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Professional Esports Coach to lead one competitive team for a top-tier organization. You will design training regimens, analyze gameplay, mentor players remotely, and foster a winning team culture from home.

Ideal candidates bring proven coaching experience in the title, strong communication, and the ability to manage schedules and performance metrics while collaborating with managers and staff.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a coach or high-level player in the specific esports title.
• Deep understanding of game mechanics and professional esports landscape.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement effective training programs.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and motivational skills.
• Experience with VOD review and performance analysis tools.
• Ability to manage and mentor players remotely.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement training plans and strategies for the team.
• Conduct VOD reviews and live analysis, providing feedback and tactical insights.
• Coach players individually and as a team to improve skills, decision-making and communication.
• Foster a positive, cohesive team environment with discipline and work ethic.
• Scout and identify potential new talent for the team.
• Collaborate with managers and support staff to optimize performance and wellbeing.
• Stay updated with meta, strategies, and developments in the title.

Skills

Esports coaching

VOD analysis

Player development

Remote mentoring

Tools

Discord

Slack

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Professional Esports Coach to lead one competitive team for a top-tier organization. You will design training regimens, analyze gameplay, mentor players remotely, and foster a winning team culture from home.

Ideal candidates bring proven coaching experience in the title, strong communication, and the ability to manage schedules and performance metrics while collaborating with managers and staff.