Position: Director, Business Operations

Department: Vancouver Titans (eSports)

Reports to: Chief Operating Officer, Canucks Sports & Entertainment

Business Address: 89 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC, Canada

Location of work: Vancouver, BC, Canada

Company Operating Name: Vancouver Titans

Salary: $100,000 - $200,000 total compensation (includes base salary + performance bonus)

Benefits package offered: Medical, Dental & Extended Health

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Director, Business Operations for the eSports franchise, the Vancouver Titans, is responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of the franchise, including the execution necessary to maximize the team’s sales and marketing objectives and exceed budget. The successful candidate will also be responsible for managing all day-to-day and business operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Oversee the operation and management of the Vancouver Titans eSports team
Foster strong relationships with League and Blizzard personnel, while developing connections with other teams and potential partners
Develop and execute best-in-class marketing and operations strategies and supporting plans for training/operations
Follow the operational status of the eSports team and propose iterative plans to align with the current situation
Monitor, analyze, and lead all work related to eSports events
Craft and execute the Team’s annual sales budget, business plan, and strategy
Drive forward all business operations, sponsorship sales, ticket sales (for Vancouver-based events), community relations, marketing, advertising, and promotions
Manage, coach, and mentor a team of staff on a direct or dotted-line basis, including all revenue producing areas such as sales and corporate partnership staff members
Responsible for the Team’s P/L, operations, and new media publications
Create close relationships with key constituents within the marketplace such as community and business executives
Manage all Team/Player related issues to facilitate successful Team performance
Work with Luminocity executing service agreements and developing relationships
Serve as a committed and responsible member of the company’s Leadership team

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Post-Secondary degree in business or a related discipline i.e. marketing and sales, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; MBA strongly preferred
3 years’ experience within the eSports gaming industry
Proven business operations leadership experience
Demonstrated creativity in the development of innovative and effective sales and marketing campaigns
Possesses strong conceptual and strategic skills, and able to think outside the box
Assertive, action-oriented individual possessing a high degree of initiative and known to have the knack for getting things done
Strong creative skills and a thorough understanding of live eSports events
Committed to a vision of service and entertainment that will thrill fans and provide an ultimate eSports fan experience
Strong verbal and written English communication skills, with the ability to read and interpret documents, write reports and to speak effectively to both clients and employees
Positive team spirit, professionalism
Exceptional interpersonal communication skills
Proven ability to build, motivate, and lead teams
Superior communication, conflict resolution skills, with the ability to relate professionally to all levels of staff, management, clientele, suppliers, and partners
Excellent planning, organizational and problem-solving skills
Ability to handle conflicting deadlines and prioritize
Both successful and comfortable working in a dynamic, fast paced, start-up environment and directing a young, motivated staff
Computer literate with specific experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Interested, qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume by clicking "Apply Now" above. This position will remain open until filled.