Freelance Marketing Project Manager ENC/EWC

At EFG (ESL FACEIT Group) we create worlds beyond gameplay where players and fans become community. We pride ourselves in having a corporate social responsibility which is that “IT’S NOT GG, UNTIL IT’S GG FOR ALL”. We are passionate about the culture we foster that ultimately helps to create and shape the world of esports, gaming tournaments, leagues, events and holistic ecosystems staged for our millions of players, fans and heroes.

Everything we do, from global esports tournaments and community-driven leagues to next-generation platforms and live events, is rooted in our passion, craftsmanship, and culture. With millions of players and fans around the world, we aim to shape the future of esports and gaming by building ecosystems that are inclusive, innovative, and enduring.

Freelance contract role

The world of esports/gaming is growing, and so are we!

The Marketing Project Manager is the operational engine of our marketing department. Your focus is on the management, control, and delivery of marketing workstreams for the Esports World Cup and Esports Nations Cup.

In this role, you aren’t just looking at the creative side; you are responsible for the "how" and "when." You will bridge the gap between marketing strategy, creatives and physical execution, ensuring that every initiative is delivered on time, within budget, and to our high quality standards. You will serve as the central source of truth for the marketing team’s schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.

Core Responsibilities

1. Budget Management & Financial Control

• Budget Oversight: Manage and track the EWC/ENC marketing budgets, ensuring all spending aligns with approved limits.
• Cost Tracking: Lead the day-to-day financial tracking, including vendor invoicing, payment reconciliations, and internal accounting compliance.
• Financial Forecasting: Monitor spend velocity and proactively identify any potential budget risks or overages before they happen.
• Vendor Coordination: Manage the administrative side of external partnerships, from initial quotes and contracts to final delivery and payment.

2. Project Delivery & Timeline Management

• Roadmaps & Schedules: Build and maintain detailed workback schedules and milestones for all marketing initiatives, ensuring the team meets every critical deadline.
• Delivery Control: Track the progress of multiple projects simultaneously, identifying bottlenecks and finding ways to keep the team moving forward.
• Post-Project Reporting: Lead post-mortem reviews to analyze how projects were delivered, looking at financial accuracy and timeline efficiency to improve for future events.

3. Cross-Functional Coordination

• Communication Hub: Serve as the primary operational link between Marketing and other departments such as Production, Broadcast, Legal, Finance and more.
• Resource Alignment: Ensure the marketing team has the information and assets they need from other departments to hit their targets.
• System Management: Maintain and update our project management tools (e.g., Monday.com, JIRA, Google Spaces) to provide real-time status updates to the wider organization.

4. On-Site Event Execution

• On-the-Ground Coordination: Provide real-time support during large-scale event productions in KSA
• Triage & Troubleshooting: Act as the main point of contact for operational issues during live shows, managing adjustments to the plan in a high-pressure environment.

What We Are Looking For

• Experience: 5+ years of project management experience, specifically within large-scale events, marketing operations, or studio productions.
• Financial Skillset: Proven experience managing and tracking high-value project budgets (multi-million dollar scope) with a strong attention to detail.
• Operational Mindset: You are a natural problem solver who enjoys organizing complex tasks and keeping teams on track.
• Software Proficiency: Expert knowledge of project management platforms like Monday.com, JIRA, Slack, Google environment, and strong skills in Excel for budget tracking.
• Communication: Ability to translate complex production needs into clear tasks for the marketing team and communicate project status effectively to leadership.
• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, "live event" environment where timelines are non-negotiable.

Pluses

• A passion for gaming, esports culture, and digital entertainment.
• Experience working on international projects and a willingness to travel for event delivery

Firmly rooted in our values, EFG is an affirmative action employer that celebrates being an equal opportunity workplace. Our unwavering commitment to fair employment extends to all individuals, regardless of their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, citizenship, marital status, gender identity, or Veteran status.

5+ years of project management experience in large-scale events, marketing operations, or studio productions. Proven experience managing and tracking multi-million dollar project budgets. Operational mindset with strong organizational skills. Expert knowledge of project management platforms like Monday.com and JIRA. Proficiency in Excel for budget tracking. Strong communication skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced, live event environment. Willingness to travel for event delivery in KSA.