Talent Manager

Summary

Join EFG (ESL FACEIT Group) as a Talent Manager and oversee the scouting, booking, and management of broadcast talent for esports projects and events. Collaborate with talent agencies, internal teams, and external stakeholders to coordinate schedules, manage budgets, and support talent during live events. This role is crucial for securing and supporting the right talent to deliver high-quality broadcasts. The Talent Manager will report to the Director, Esports Talent Strategy & Management and work closely with the Talent Team. The ideal candidate is remote-based but should be able to travel for live events. Responsibilities include talent scouting, booking, contract negotiation, hospitality, relationship building, schedule coordination, budget management, communication, and maintaining professionalism under pressure.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of talent management experience
• Excellent people management skills
• Previous experience working with budgets and esports
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in English language, both spoken and written
• A degree in event management, or a related field, or equivalent work experience in talent management or esports
• Experience in the esports industry

Responsibilities

• Scout broadcast talent and fit them to EFG’s broadcast needs
• Guide the booking process from negotiation to contract signing and travel bookings
• Assist in hospitality for broadcast talent during live events (20 % of time)
• Build lasting relationships with talent and agencies
• Coordinate talent schedules and activities with other key departments at EFG
• Manage budgets and esports-related expenses for talent engagements
• Ensure effective communication with talent to prioritize scope and deadlines
• Maintain calm and professionalism under time pressure

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in project management and software tools (e.g. Monday, Asana, Coupa)
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work with talents, agencies, and internal teams
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Basic negotiation skills to secure favorable contracts with talent and agencies
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and handling challenging situations