Gaming Tournaments Coordinator

Gaming Tournaments Coordinator

The SMASH! Gaming department is looking for a new Gaming Tournaments Coordinator to assist the Head of Gaming. As a Gaming Tournaments Coordinator, you’ll be responsible for all tournament content and ensuring a smooth operation on the day. The tournament coordinator has the responsibilities of planning multiple tournaments over the 2 day event from prizing, scheduling and signups.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The following responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

Pre-Event Day Responsibilities:

  • Organising tournaments
  • Coordinating with the Exhibitors and Sponsors Department for prizes, sponsorship, and stakeholder/community engagement
  • Staffing for tournaments
  • Tournament advertising e.g. social media, pamphlets etc. in conjunction with the Marketing Department
  • Tournament and gaming stage scheduling in collaboration with the Gaming Stage Coordinator and Stage Events Team
  • Liaise with Stage Events team and Gaming Stage Coordinator to source an MC for gaming stage
  • Liaising with Stage Events Team and Production for stage content (i.e. slides)

Event Days Responsibilities

  • Managing tournament staff
  • Liaising with stakeholders on the day
  • Signups and registration
  • Troubleshooting equipment
  • Managing attendee expectations
  • Gaming stage and tournament area management
  • Assist in setup and pack down of gaming area
  • Communicating with staff and crew

 

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE ROLE, YOU MUST:

  • Reside in Sydney, Australia
  • Easily contactable via Email & Mobile phone
  • Proficiency in written English and a clear and friendly writing style
  • Require availability for both days of the convention and set up day/s 
  • Ability to work long hours during the weekend of the event and work with a flexible, fast-paced schedule
  • Excellent time management and planning skills
  • Gaming knowledge across different mediums and platforms – most importantly the Japanese Gaming Industry
  • Friendly community-focused attitude
  • Customer service skills

DESIRABLE:

  • Extensive gaming knowledge 
  • Industry knowledge
  • Awareness of trends in the industry and community
  • Tournament hosting experience

APPLICATION FORM