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Technical Production Manager
Role Summary
The Technical Production Manager directly supports the execution of our live events and productions through working with the production, broadcast and IT teams to execute key planning elements of our live shows. This position will utilize technical and administrative expertise to strengthen the execution of every stage of our shows from pre-planning through post-execution. Key responsibilities include managing technical aspects of large scale events, technical stage production design and coordination of production vendors in collaboration with the production management team in order to meet the needs of a production company executing large scale esports events across the globe.
Responsibilities
Work cross-functionally with the production and broadcast teams in planning processes of on-site broadcast and live events.
Work with the production management and events team to create technical drawings and floorplans for the execution of our live events and productions.
Support the events and production team in ensuring all key deliverables and milestones are met and keep productions on schedule.
Supervise technical equipment installation for FOH, Stage, and/or BOH as assigned. Supervise and coordinate load-out teams that fall inside assigned remit.
Quality Control and Testing of designated event equipment which may include Lighting and Video gear. Support in equipment manifest creation and transportation logistics for all designated equipment.
Oversee studio and event lighting designs & planning, budgeting and project managing lighting teams
Consult with Production Managers and Administrators, helping them navigate technical challenges and meet project objectives.
Assist with sourcing third-party vendors and production partners, ensuring productions are executed successfully and within budget; contribute to RFP processes following company procurement standards.
Contribute to the production budgeting process with project managers for technical requirements.
Manage technical departments at onsite live events.
Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time, both domestically and internationally.
Requirements
Role Requirements
3+ years of experience successfully supporting the planning, designing, and execution of large scale Live Broadcast. (esports, broadcast, or sporting events preferred)
1+ years of experience with creating, reading, and building event floorplans and event layouts
Familiarity with working on Television Trucks and Flight Packs
Proficiency in diagram creation software such as Vectorworks and ConnectCad
Demonstrated knowledge of Television Broadcast and Web Streaming
Strong attention to detail and organization, with a drive for results, collaboration, and seeing a project through from start to finish
Ability to adapt and be effective in new situations within a highly dynamic environment
Core understanding of live event and studio production processes.
Ability to lead and direct mid- and junior-level team members.
Ability to communicate effectively in high-pressure situations.
Experience collaborating with cross-functional team members to solve strategic, account-level challenges.
Familiarity with project management software (JIRA, Trello, Asana, Smartsheet, monday.com, etc.) and best practices.
Familiarity with G Suite.
Desirable Skills
Knowledge of standard camera, grip, and graphic broadcast production gear, as well as live broadcast & event lighting, audio, graphics, and video production procedures (including pre- and post-production).
Ability to communicate effectively in complex and high-stress situations.
Comfortable working on studio stages and assisting production crews with tasks such as stage setup and prop management.
Flexibility to occasionally work late and on weekends.
Ability to document technical procedures and processes.
An ambitious, enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and analytical personality.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Desire to work as part of global teams and structures.
Creative thinker with the ability to visualize and execute new ideas.
Ability to function effectively in a high-paced environment.
Team-player with an \"all hands on deck\" mindset.
Pre-existing relationships with production partners on both the West and East coasts.
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study
Passion for and experience in running esports events
Have experience in a multiple-studios collaboration environment
Partner Manager, Match Data & Distribution
Our Advertising team is seeking a dedicated and strategically-minded Partner Manager, Match Data & Distribution, to support our partnerships with global media and data partners. This role will focus on managing and expanding relationships with broadcast platforms, FAST TV/CTV operators, and match data partners to optimize reach, monetization, and alignment of EFG’s content and data assets.
As the Partner Manager, you will collaborate closely with internal teams, including Advertising, Broadcast Production, and Product, to drive the success of our distribution channels and data utilization. The ideal candidate will possess a background in media rights, distribution, data partnerships, and/or esports rights, with a proven ability to foster long-term partner relationships and execute effectively in a dynamic, global environment.
This is a remote position with the ideal candidate residing in Europe, with the option to work out of one of our European offices (London, Stockholm, Cologne).
The Role
As the Partner Manager, Match Data & Distribution, you will sit within our Advertising & Media Rights and Distribution team, leading our efforts across our distribution and match data partnerships. You will act as a point of contact for both media distribution and data partners, with responsibilities spanning operational excellence, strategic growth, and relationship management. This role combines operational acumen with executional diligence to help expand EFG’s global footprint.
You will focus on driving sustainable, long-term relationships with match data partners, broadcast platforms, and FAST TV/CTV operators to ensure optimized reach, monetization, and strategic alignment across EFG’s content and match data assets.
Key Responsibilities:
Media & Distribution Partnership Management
Own the partner management of our media rights and distribution partners across FastTV and Connected TV
Lead partner communications and collaborate across lines of business (e.g., Advertising, Broadcast Production, Product, Brand Partnerships).
Help execute and expand distribution deals across global platforms, ensuring balance across reach, revenue
Support the wider team with partner management of other distribution partners
Support with KPI based reviews of our distribution pillars and implement data-driven changes
Match Data Partnership Management
Lead the operational relationship with EFG’s Match Data partners to enhance integration, coverage, and output.
Coordinate with internal teams (Product, Technology, Legal) to align on rights usage and ensure data compliance.
Advocate for data-led storytelling and innovation through official stats distribution.
Commercial
Identify and leverage upsell opportunities from global and local media/match data activations.
Contribute to internal reporting through structured viewership, usage, and partnership reports.
Relationship Management
Serve as the primary operational contact for our partners.
Build workflows that align EFG’s goals with partner needs across marketing, content distribution, and match data licensing and innovation.
Strive for excellence by continuously seeking ways to enhance the customer experience and improve service protocols
Reporting & Analysis
Regularly report on progress to senior leadership, highlighting key metrics such as distribution reach, partnership performance, and advertising revenue impact.
Use data-driven insights to optimize sales, ensuring ongoing success in the evolving media landscape.
Track market performance and ROI on distribution partnerships and initiatives to ensure long-term sustainability and profitability.
Hypothetical breakdown of the role:
40% Broadcast distribution execution, driving our daily FastTV and CTV business
40% Match Data Partnership execution
20% Internal and external stakeholder management
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; background in media, business, or data partnerships preferred.
3+ years of experience in digital media, esports, sports rights, or match data licensing.
Experience working with FastTV and/or CTV platforms
Solid understanding of esports ecosystems, live-streaming workflows, and match data commercialization.
Strong communication and project management skills.
Ability to thrive in a dynamic, global, remote-first environment.
Willingness to travel for events and partner meetings internationally.
Fluent in English (written and spoken); other languages are a plus.
Ideal Skills & Attributes:
Excellent team player, communication skills with the ability to manage relationships at all levels within key partners across broadcast distribution and match data.
Data-driven mindset, with the ability to leverage analytics to optimize distribution strategies and support decision-making.
Innovative thinker who stays ahead of the curve in identifying new opportunities and technologies for media distribution and match data monetization.
Why Join Us?
Impact: Drive critical partnerships in the evolving esports media and data landscape.
Innovation: Be at the frontier of game data monetization and fan engagement.
Culture: Join a diverse and inclusive global company shaping the future of competitive gaming.
Application information:
Do you feel ready for the challenge of working at @EFG? Join us for a game-changing career where we will be shaping the journey of esports together with diversity and inclusion. We encourage you to apply by filling in our application form including your earliest starting date and your desired salary.
Please apply by adding the requested documents CV or your cover letter in the English language and preferably in PDF format.
Our Recruitment Process – What to Expect?
Our recruitment team is committed to carefully reviewing and evaluating your application for this role. We will look at your past studies, work experience, overall passions, as well as your personal relationship with games, to help us gauge the connection between these points and the criteria set forth by our hiring manager for this role.
You can expect to be invited for an interview if your experience matches and/or an email notification containing feedback if you didn’t qualify for this round. Either way, you will hear from us!
About us @EFG:
EFG is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Each of our brands plays a significant role in creating worlds beyond gameplay.
They build, connect, and nurture beyond game ecosystems to unlock more fun, fame, and fortune for gamers across the globe.
At ESL we create worlds where everybody can be somebody
At FACEIT we create a world where the community has the power to shape video games
At DreamHack we create a world where the gaming community comes to life
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.
Media Operations & Activation Manager
Please note: This position is open to candidates eligible to work in London, UK, on a permanent basis. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. The role offers a hybrid work model, with flexibility to work both remotely and from our designated office locations as required.
Are you ready for the adventure?
Our Advertising team is expanding, and we’re excited to welcome a new member to our dynamic group. We are looking for an experienced Media Operations & Activation Manager who will play a key role in driving revenue growth by delivering operational excellence, leveraging cross-platform expertise, and building strong relationships with sales teams, customers, partners, and other stakeholders.
We are looking for a seasoned digital media leader who brings both strategic depth and operational excellence to a fast-moving, evolving landscape. With a strong command of digital media and a proven track record across platforms such as Google Ad Manager (GAM360), YouTube, Twitch/Amazon DSP, Meta, TikTok, and X (Twitter), etc., the ideal candidate will lead the full campaign lifecycle, ensuring each stage delivers against client objectives and contributes meaningfully to broader business growth.
This role requires more than executional expertise, it demands a strategic operator who can translate data into insight, drive media innovation, and influence both internal teams and client stakeholders. You’ll oversee end-to-end media operations across pre and post-sales activities, championing best practices and identifying opportunities to maximize performance and revenue growth.
You are a strategic and structured thinker with sharp attention to detail and a passion for data. You thrive in complexity, communicate with clarity, and operate with a collaborative mindset — consistently looking beyond your remit to drive broader business impact
What you’ll do:
Operational Excellence (85%)
Act as the primary stakeholder overseeing the setup, governance, and ongoing management of all current and future advertising platforms (GAM360, Meta, Amazon DSP/Twitch, YouTube, X, etc.)
Partner closely with Sales, Planning, and Account management teams to translate client goals into high-impact, platform specific campaign strategies and tactics.
Serve as a subject matter expert on all advertising platforms — staying ahead of evolving features, capabilities, policies, and best practices.
Own all campaign management workflows (pre-, mid-, and post-sales), ensuring smooth delivery, accuracy, and platform compliance.
Develop and deploy bespoke operational strategies and campaign activations to drive optimal outcomes for clients.
Lead all programmatic workflows, including PG, PD, PMP, and Open Exchange. Create and enforce best practices for Private Marketplaces (PMPs) and Programmatic Guaranteed (PG).
Partner with the ad product team in onboarding and implementation of AdTech solutions, including brand safety, measurement, insights, and brand lift tools.
Deliver detailed insights to uncover performance improvement opportunities across inventory and audience segments.
Build and continuously refine high-efficiency operational workflows; track benchmarks, identify trends, and collaborate with the Ads Product team to elevate the advertising experience.
Oversee inventory management to balance monetization across direct and indirect sales channels.
Maintain platform hygiene to the highest standards, including setup accuracy, policy compliance, and implementation of new formats and monetization opportunities.
Identify operational gaps and inefficiencies across the ecosystem and apply structured, data-led solutions.
Lead Monthly and Quarterly Business Reviews (MBRs/QBRs) from an operational lens, supported by performance trends and data analysis.
Bring a creative, analytical, and structured approach to problem solving, always leading with data.
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Systems (15%)
Work in close partnership with Sales, Planning, and Account Management to align campaign execution with performance goals and reporting needs.
Maintain rigorous hygiene across internal systems, including CRM (Salesforce), finance tools, billing workflows, and operational dashboards.
Lead operational improvement efforts across internal and external processes — collaborating across functions and stakeholders.
Conduct monthly platform hygiene reviews and drive consistency across all operational touchpoints.
What You Bring:
Strong hands-on experience in digital advertising operations, ideally gained within a publisher, media owner, or ad tech environment.
Deep, proven expertise in campaign execution across multiple digital platforms and programmatic environments.
Strong analytical mindset with a track record of turning data into actionable insights and operational improvements.
Advanced knowledge of advertising technologies, platform capabilities, and evolving digital media trends.
Exceptional communication and documentation skills, able to clearly articulate solutions to both internal and external stakeholders.
Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel; comfortable working with large datasets, formulas, pivots, and performance modeling.
Detail-oriented, collaborative, and solutions-driven with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
Application information:
Do you feel ready for the challenge of working at @EFG? Join us for a game-changing career where we will be shaping the journey of esports with diversity and inclusion. We encourage you to apply by filling in our application form including your earliest starting date and your desired salary.
Please apply by adding the requested documents CV or your cover letter in English and preferably in PDF format.
Our Recruitment Process – What to Expect?
Our recruitment team is committed to carefully reviewing and evaluating your application for this role. You can expect to be invited for an interview if your experience matches and/or an email notification containing feedback if you didn’t qualify for this round. Either way, you will hear from us!
About us @EFG:
EFG is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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