Graduate Assistant for Esports (Beg Fall 2026)

Key responsibilities for this position include the following:

Program Operations and Facility Management (40%)
- Oversee day-to-day operations of the Esports Arena, including equipment maintenance, scheduling of practices, coordination with IT staff, and ensuring a high-quality environment for student-athletes.
Event and Competition Management (25%)
- Assist in the planning and execution of varsity-level Esports competitions and tournaments, including technical setup, match coordination, live-stream support, and ensuring a professional experience for players and spectators.
Content Creation, Steaming, and Marketing (20%)
- Support the creation of digital and promotional content for the Esports program, including live-stream overlays, video highlights, graphics, and social media campaigns to promote student engagement and program visibility.
Coaching and Player Development Support (15%)
- Collaborate with the coaching staff to support practice plans, review game footage (VOD), provide strategic insights, and contribute to player development initiatives.

Note: Percentages may adjust depending on the competitive season, tournament schedule, or special program initiatives.

To be considered for a graduate assistantship at the University of West Georgia (UWG), students must meet the following criteria:

Be fully admitted to a graduate degree program at UWG. Please note: Students admitted provisionally are not eligible for assistantship positions.
Hold a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Be enrolled full-time in a UWG graduate program during the assistantship period.
Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 in all previous and current graduate coursework and remain in good academic standing.
Meet eligibility requirements for employment in the United States.
Ability to work evenings and weekends aligned with Esports competitions and events.

Experience in competitive Esports programs, tournaments, or team management.
Knowledge of live-streaming platforms (Twitch, YouTube, Discord) and streaming software.
Skills in graphic/video editing tools (Adobe Premiere, Photoshop, Canva, etc.).
Understanding of PC hardware, gaming peripherals, and troubleshooting technical issues.
Strong organizational, communication, and team collaboration skills.

A monthly stipend of $1000.00 per month
A tuition waiver, reducing your graduate tuition to $25 per semester plus mandatory fees as long as you are employed in your assistantship.

Graduate Assistant for Esports (Beg Fall 2026)

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