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A Career in Esports: Working in the Esports business is similar to working in any other industry

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Esports is a versatile industry with plenty of opportunities for professional gamers as well as other jobs

Many parents still believe that working in the esports business entails being an expert at video games or spending all day in front of a computer playing games. Esports/Video Games is a versatile industry and there is a huge scope for professional gamers as well as other jobs like casters, commentators, and other support staffs appointed by the esports tournaments like producers, editors, analysts, product managers, game testers, referees, production crew members, event managers, social media managers, etc.

Apart from specializing in gaming skills and game theory, below mentioned are the different professions that also help in handling the business aspect of the esports industry like:

Managing team events

Learning about ethical and legislative laws governing the esports ecosystem

Game designers

Esports marketing

Social media marketing

Coaching

Event promotion

Communication

League management

Accounting

Live streaming

Esports Journalists

Choose your Niche:

Are you a professional gamer or a casual gamer? Choose a game that suits your abilities, experience, and interests. In well-established games, newcomers may struggle to survive. Future games will assist you in navigating the resources and honing your play styles. Getting into professional levels is considerably simpler for well-trained pro gamers, and it helps them create a name for themselves in the business. Others with strong communication and public relations abilities and marketing expertise should consider moving into other areas of the esports business.

Look Out for Opportunities:

You must, like any other profession, go out and seek new possibilities/opportunities. Contact tournament organisers and broadcasters, or apply to work for a firm and gain the necessary experience. Another option to get hands-on experience in this profession is to volunteer. Sign up for unpaid volunteer positions like event manager or technical support staff to learn the fundamentals of running a tournament, hosting events, and assisting visitors. Internships add value to your CV and can help you get hired in prospective companies.

Practice is the key:

It’s all about practise when it comes to gaming. If you want to be a professional gamer, you must put in a lot of practice time and understand the game mechanics. Look for new players and learn their strategies by watching live-streaming footage. Replay and check through your matches to find out where you went wrong. Study how professional players play the game to enhance your own game techniques & strategies.

Take Part in Competitions/Tournaments:

Climbing the success ladder requires more than just practise. Go out there and compete against real competitive athletes to see where you stand. Make contact with top players and observe how they approach the game. Form a squad of professional athletes and learn a variety of skills. This will offer you an advantage in the esports scene and help you get recognition in the community.

Stay Focused and Trust the Process:

Take your profession very seriously. If you want to be a professional gamer, you must concentrate on your work and practise consistently, but not to the point of exhaustion. It’s easy to become addicted to video games and spending hours in front of a computer. Maintain your equilibrium. Maintain a healthy lifestyle, take regular breaks, stay motivated, and learn about your field constantly.

So long as you finish your studies and at least get a degree, you can pretty much go anywhere in esports.

 

By: Mr Lokesh Suji, Director, Esports Federation of India & Vice President of the Asian Esports Federation (AESF)

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BOYLE Sports adds 65 hires to Belgrade tech hub, targets further growth

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BOYLE Sports is expanding its Serbia-based technology hub after hiring just over 65 people in the past 12 months, the company said on 14th July, 2026. The hires are based in Belgrade and support BOYLE Sports’ next phase of development as an omni-channel betting operator.

BOYLE Sports said it aims to increase headcount in Serbia by an additional 30% over the next few months. The company positioned the hub as a way to access experienced developers with gaming industry knowledge, as it continues to build out its technology capability.

Jim Parkins, Chief Technology Officer at BOYLE Sports, said: “Serbia gives us access to exceptional technology talent, with the development experience and gaming-sector knowledge we need to support our continued growth. We have been deliberate in how we have built the team, and are delighted with the calibre of people on board.

“AI is changing how technology teams work and we are embracing that while simultaneously continuing to invest in people, because the strongest businesses will be those that combine smart technology with talented teams who know how to apply it.”

The Serbia expansion follows BOYLE Sports’ recent announcement of a partnership with AWS, which the company said is intended to bolster its technology stack and support growth across the markets where it operates.

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Betano betting data favours Argentina and France to reach World Cup final

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Kaizen Gaming has released betting data from its Betano sportsbook indicating users are backing Argentina and France to reach the World Cup final. The company said the data was extracted on the morning of 13 July 2026 across 18 markets, excluding the UK.

In Betano’s “To Qualify” market for the semi-finals, Kaizen said 71% of users backed Argentina to qualify over England. France was a stronger favourite in the same market, with 79% of users expecting France to beat Spain.

Kaizen also shared player scoring selections for the semi-finals. It said Kylian Mbappe was backed by 60% of players to score in the first semi-final, while Lionel Messi led the “any time” scoring selections in the second semi-final at 34%.

For England’s match, Kaizen said users were backing Jude Bellingham to score (28%), ahead of captain Harry Kane (20%). The company noted that “The international data sources may vary according to betting option availability per market.”

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Aviatrix expands in Brazil with Flutter brand Betnacional

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Aviatrix has strengthened its position in Brazil after going live with Betnacional, one of the country’s leading online betting and gaming brands, and part of Flutter Entertainment.

The partnership brings Aviatrix’s classic crash game, which has rapidly become a fan favourite in Brazil, to Betnacional players for the first time.

Frederico Cunha, Head of Games at Flutter Brazil, said: “Our strategy is centered on building a gaming portfolio that reflects the evolving preferences of Brazilian players. By continuously introducing innovative and high-quality content, we strengthen the overall player experience and reinforce Betnacional’s position as one of Brazil’s leading entertainment platforms. The addition of Aviatrix is another step in delivering on that commitment”.

Anastasia Rimskaya, Chief Account Officer at Aviatrix, said: “Brazil continues to be one of the most important markets for Aviatrix, and going live with Betnacional is a major milestone for us. Betnacional is one of the leading brands in the country and this partnership is a strong endorsement of the momentum Aviatrix is building in Brazil. We are excited to bring Aviatrix to even more players in the country.”

The launch with Betnacional marks another major step in Aviatrix’s Brazilian expansion, following the company’s certification for Brazil’s federal regulated market. To find out more, please visit: www.aviatrix.bet.

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