Senior Technical Project Manager

Are you ready for a Game-Changing Career Experience

Join us in shaping the future of esports and gaming! If you're ready to contribute to dynamic productions and help shape the future of broadcast, we'd love to hear from you!

At EFG (ESL FACEIT Group) we create worlds beyond gameplay, where players and fans become a community. We pride ourselves in having a corporate social responsibility which is that IT'S NOT GG, UNTIL IT'S GG FOR ALL. Our passion, craft, and DNA are aligned to create and shape the world of esports, gaming tournaments, leagues, events, and holistic ecosystems through our millions of players, fans, and heroes, as well as through our people, and culture.

The Esports team plays a pivotal role in designing and bringing to life the most amazing esports products for the community. They contribute to creating exceptional experiences that resonate with users and elevate the world of esports.

Join our Global Production and Operations team as a Senior Technical Project Manager, where you'll play a key role in organizing and executing our live and recorded broadcasts, whether from the studio or on location. In this position, you'll collaborate closely with the Broadcast Engineering team to prepare for productions, enhance workflows, and drive innovation by integrating new features into our broadcast processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support daily production needs by creating essential documentation, including flow charts and technical riders
• Develop and review investment proposals for broadcast equipment
• Foster innovation within ESL's engineering and technology departments
• Collaborate with technical and editorial teams to create efficient, scalable workflow improvements
• Implement innovative solutions in the broadcast production setup
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with vendors to assess their capabilities, ensuring they meet the specific needs of production projects
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all vendor-related inquiries, ensuring clear communication and resolution of any challenges that arise
• Monitor project budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and production needs
• Conduct post-project budget reviews to analyze variances and inform future budgeting strategies

Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of engineering experience in TV production for live sports or entertainment
• Strong technical and operational knowledge of broadcast equipment from leading brands
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage vendors, freelancers, and technical event crews
• Familiarity with video and audio infrastructure at all levels of TV production
• Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects effectively, prioritizing based on scope and deadlines
• Knowledge of the competitive esports industry and its events is a plus
• Ability to remain calm and perform well under pressure, with experience in project management
• Willingness to travel as required for the role

Firmly rooted in our values, EFG is an affirmative action employer that celebrates being an equal opportunity workplace. Our unwavering commitment to fair employment extends to all individuals, regardless of their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, citizenship, marital status, gender identity, or Veteran status.