British Esports Federation and Tencent Games’ Level Infinite Collaborate to Unveil Esports Career Insights

Mimi Craig

5 min read | 12 Feb 2024

British Esports is thrilled to have joined forces with Tencent Games’ Level Infinite, bringing you an exciting initiative to shed light on the career opportunities within esports. This partnership aims to inspire and educate young individuals in the UK and the Middle East about the diverse career pathways available in the esports industry.

Unveiling Esports Careers

At the heart of this collaboration is a captivating video interview series, featuring an array of members of Tencent Games’ Level Infinite team. The series provides an exclusive look into the personal journeys of these professionals, showcasing how they forged their careers in esports. Through candid conversations, the interviews explore the intricacies of the esports industry, offering valuable insights into the skills essential for success and the career avenues that are available.The series serves as a bridge between education and the rapidly evolving esports landscape, ensuring that viewers not only enjoy the content but also gain valuable knowledge from it. Each video will feature professionals at various stages of their careers, providing a comprehensive overview of the diverse roles within the industry.

Meet the Trailblazers: Level Infinite Team Members

The interviewees include esteemed individuals such as:

1. James Yang, Director of Global Esports Center, Tencent Games
2. Abdallah Al Ghifari, Senior Esports Manager, Level Infinite MENA, Tencent Global Games
3. Krys Jaro, Senior Esports Manager, Level Infinite MENA, Tencent Global Games
4. Lexi Ma, Lead of Esports Operations, Level Infinite
5. Max Yeung, Senior Esports Manager, Level Infinite
6. Jay Liang, Esports Manager, Level Infinite

Inspiring Future Talent

The collaboration between British Esports and Tencent Games’ Level Infinite aims to demonstrate that esports, beyond being a popular recreational activity, presents numerous global job and career opportunities. British Esports is committed to supporting and promoting esports in the UK. Focusing on grassroots engagement, we strive to nurture future talent, increase esports awareness and provide expertise to young enthusiasts.The on-camera interview series, comprising approximately 10-minute segments with Level Infinite team members, serves as a resource for young individuals aspiring to work in esports. The content offers a clear reference point, helping them understand the diverse opportunities within the industry and the skills, knowledge and experience required to pursue esports career pathways.

Empowering the Youth in the UK and Middle East

This collaboration aims to:

• Promote the esports industry as an exciting and meaningful career path for young people.
• Offer a clear reference point for aspiring individuals, showcasing diverse opportunities within the industry.
• Demonstrate the types of skills, knowledge, and experience needed to pursue esports career pathways.
• Highlight the upward trajectory of gaming in the Middle East.

Stay Tuned for Weekly Insights

Starting February 14th, a new video from the series will be unveiled each week, accessible through the British Esports’ website and social media platforms. The videos will be linked and unlisted, ensuring exclusive access for our community!

Join us as British Esports and Tencent Games’ Level Infinite bring esports careers to the forefront, inspiring the next generation of industry leaders.For more information, visit Level Infinite’s website here and follow the announcements on our website and social channels each week!