About the Role:
We're looking for a highly experienced Esports Tournament Manager to oversee the planning, execution, and growth of competitive events under the NEST brand. This role is for industry veterans who have previously organized, run, and optimized esports tournaments (online or offline) and understand the unique logistics, pacing, and community engagement required.

Responsibilities:

• Design and execute esports tournaments from scratch, including format, ruleset, and platform selection

• Manage live event operations including scheduling, registration, seeding, and bracketing

• Oversee tournament staff (casters, referees, moderators, tech support, etc.)

• Ensure competitive integrity and player experience are top-tier

• Coordinate with sponsors, partners, and media for promotions and coverage

• Analyze post-event data and feedback to improve future tournaments

• Support the community through direct communication and conflict resolution

• Develop scalable systems and documentation for ongoing tournament series

Requirements:

• 2+ years experience running organized esports tournaments (online or LAN)

• Deep knowledge of bracketing systems (e.g., double elimination, Swiss, round-robin)

• Proficient with platforms like Battlefy, Challonge, Start.gg, Smash.gg, Toornament, etc.

• Able to work independently and take full ownership of events

• Exceptional problem-solving and logistics management skills

• Strong communication and leadership abilities

• Experience coordinating teams across time zones

• Passion for competitive gaming and community-driven development

Preferred (but not required):

• Experience with Discord server moderation or bot automation

• Knowledge of multiple game titles (FPS, MOBA, Fighting Games, etc.)

• Video production or broadcasting familiarity

• Event sponsorship or monetization experience

Why Work With NEST:
We're not just hosting tournaments we're building Canada's most influential esports ecosystem. With multiple divisions under one roof (events, media, career growth, and more), you'll have the support and flexibility to execute high-quality tournaments that actually matter.

How to Apply:
Please send your resume and a short portfolio of tournaments you've organized (including links, VODs, or brackets) to [your email here].