About the role
Drafted.gg is a global leader in esports tournaments and live broadcast content. We create unforgettable experiences for millions of gaming fans worldwide. Now, we are launching a brand-new production studio in Prague - and we need a powerhouse leader to run it.
About the role
Do you like video games or esports? Would you like to work in the esports industry? You’ve come to the right place!
We are looking for an experienced, highly organized, and people-centric Studio Manager to take full ownership of our Prague studio operations (100+ headcount).
In this leadership role, you will act as the operational anchor and manager of the studio. Your primary focus will be driving people leadership - mentoring and guiding junior Team Leaders - while establishing robust operational processes, maintaining strict organizational discipline, and guaranteeing seamless 24/7 broadcast operations.
You will:
- Own the Studio: Take full strategic and operational control of our Prague hub, steering its daily success and aligning it with our global vision.
- Build & Inspire the Team: Champion workforce planning, lead high-energy studio-wide syncs, and foster an inclusive, high-performing team culture.
- Launch & Scale Exciting Projects: Take the reins on new studio initiatives, guiding them seamlessly from first-draft planning to post-launch victory.
- Guarantee Broadcast Excellence: Oversee high-end tech equipment, keep inventory dialed in, and monitor live streams to ensure our global broadcasts are absolutely flawless.
- Drive Performance & Growth: Keep operations sharp by analyzing stream metrics, managing local budgets, and coaching your team to hit new milestones.
What you bring
- The Experience: Proven background in operations management (experience with 24/7 or shift-based environments is a massive plus).
- People-First Leadership: A natural ability to inspire, manage, and coordinate diverse teams under pressure.
- Business Acumen: Hands-on experience tracking KPIs, managing budgets, and overseeing financial approvals.
- A Execution Mindset: You are a proactive problem-solver who takes extreme ownership of results.
- Professional proficiency in English (B2 or higher) and Czech
Bonus points
- You live and breathe gaming/esports and have a professional network in the industry
What we offer
- An attractive remuneration package and performance-based bonus.
- A brand new office space in Prague to work and build the team spirit.
- Opportunity to work on exciting projects in the dynamic and growing esports industry.
By applying to this position, you consent to Drafted.gg s.r.o., ID No.: 10922385, Strakonická 3367, Smíchov, 150 00 Praha, Czechia, processing your personal data under Regulation (EU) 2016/679.
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For more details: Contact hr@drafted.gg or visit website here.