Hunt for Esports Talent: Perspectives from a Recruiter, Copywriter,and Intern

Summary In this episode of the Gamers Change Lives podcast, host Tom Leonard engages with guests Sheila Cruz, Jem Sagcal, and Yen ( Adrienne Moya ) from Tier 1 Entertainment to discuss the evolving landscape of eSports and job creation within the industry. Shiela is the people operations director, Jem is the senior marketing writer and Yen is a marketing intern all at Tier One Entertainment. They share personal gaming stories, insights into their roles, and eSports hiring and job creation processes. The conversation highlights the importance of diversity, the onboarding process, and the challenges faced by women in the gaming industry. The episode concludes with a discussion on the future of eSports and how to engage with the community. Takeaways eSports creates diverse job opportunities beyond just gaming. Personal stories often shape career paths in gaming. Job creation in eSports is based on specific needs. Hiring processes involve multiple channels and platforms. Internships provide valuable experience and networking opportunities. Diversity and gender balance are prioritized in hiring. Onboarding processes are crucial for employee success. Market research is essential for determining salary ranges. References play a significant role in the hiring process. Engagement with the gaming community is vital for growth. *  *  * Featured in this episode: Adrienne Moya : A graduating student specializing in Marketing Management, Adrienne Moya, AKA Yen is currently honing her skills as a Business Development Intern at Tier One Entertainment. With a deep passion for gaming and a keen interest in the vibrant Esports culture, Yen is eager to explore the dynamic intersection of marketing and the gaming industry. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrienne-moya/ Jem Sagcal is a writer from the Philippines. She has experience in writing projects from articles, scripts, and copywriting for social media and other content. Currently, she works with Tier One Entertainment as the Senior Marketing Writer. Website: https://www.jemsagcal.com/ Shiela Cruz: Shiela Cruz is a Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP®), Certified Digital Transformation Practitioner (CDTP), and an Agile Practitioner with over 10 years of diverse HR experience. Currently, as the People Operations Director at Tier One Entertainment, Shiela heads the HR and Legal departments, aligning HR activities with organizational goals, enhancing employee experience, and ensuring compliance with labor regulations. She leads initiatives in talent acquisition, performance management, and employee engagement, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shiela-cruz-chrp%C2%AE-58135843/   *  *  * Please subscribe to our podcast wherever you are listening to this episode. Leave us a rating and a review if you like our content for others to discover what we are doing. And tell your friends! CONNECT WITH US ELSEWHERE: Visit our website at https://www.gamerschangelivespodcast.com/ to learn more about our program, our blog, and sign up for our emails to be notified of upcoming episodes. Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/GamersChangeLives  Twitter: https://twitter.com/thegclpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gamerschangelives/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8TRl42z9cbMyZMhcpNo0cw TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gamerschangelives PRODUCTION: Creator and host: Tom Leonard (USA) - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomeleonard/ Executive Producer: Reginald Nsowah (Ghana) - https://www.linkedin.com/in/reginald-nsowah-09352929/ ABOUT THE SHOW: Play Games. Create Jobs. Change Lives. This is a show about how to build an esports business from literally anywhere in the world where each week we showcase the journey of esports entrepreneurs and others to learn how they solved a particular problem that everyone will ultimately face.