Career Pathways

PRO Gamer Streamer Designer Coach Presenter Event Manager

PRO Gamer Streamer Designer Coach Presenter Event Manager

At Genesis ESPORTS Academy, education is just the beginning.
We’re here to help you turn your passion for gaming, creativity, and technology into a real, rewarding career.

Whether you want to compete on the global stage, create the next hit game, grow your own brand, or run your own organization — GES gives you the skills, tools, and support to get there.

Through a combination of:

  • Recognized qualifications

  • Hands-on experience

  • Industry mentoring

  • And our exclusive “Always Learning” sessions...

We prepare students for every part of the modern esports and digital media world — not just to take part, but to lead.

Explore where your passion for esports and digital creativity can take you

and what you can earn.

  • Content Creator / Streamer

    What You’ll Do: Create videos, stream gameplay, grow a personal brand.
    Income Range:

    New Creators: £0 – £10,000/year

    Mid-Tier (Twitch/YouTube Affiliates): £15,000 – £40,000/year

    Top Creators: £50,000 – £200,000+ (ads, sponsorships, merch, donations)

  • Esports Event Manager

    What You’ll Do: Plan and manage online or live gaming events.
    Salary Range:

    Assistant Level: £18,000 – £25,000/year

    Event Manager: £30,000 – £45,000

    Senior/Global Events: £50,000+

  • Game Designer / Developer

    What You’ll Do: Design and develop video games and game content.
    Salary Range:

    Entry-Level: £20,000 – £30,000/year

    Mid-Level: £35,000 – £50,000

    Senior/Studio Lead: £60,000+

  • Pro Esports Player

    What You’ll Do: Compete in esports tournaments and leagues.
    Salary Range:

    Entry-Level: £15,000 – £25,000/year

    Pro-Level: £30,000 – £60,000+ (plus sponsorships & prize winnings)

  • Esports Coach / Analyst

    What You’ll Do: Train individuals or teams and analyse gameplay.
    Salary Range:

    Junior Coach: £20,000 – £30,000/year

    Professional/Org Level: £35,000 – £50,000+

  • Shoutcaster / Presenter

    What You’ll Do: Commentate live esports matches or host events.
    Salary Range:

    Freelance: £100–£400 per event

    Full-Time: £25,000 – £45,000/year

    Top-tier (e.g., LEC/VALORANT hosts): £60,000+

  • Digital Marketer / Brand Manager (Gaming Focus)

    What You’ll Do: Run social campaigns, manage esports brands, grow audiences.
    Salary Range:

    Junior Marketer: £22,000 – £28,000/year

    Marketing Executive: £30,000 – £40,000

    Head of Marketing: £50,000+

  • Esports Team Manager / Org Founder

    What You’ll Do: Manage a team or run an esports business.
    Salary Range:

    Team Manager (small org): £18,000 – £28,000/year

    Manager (pro team): £35,000 – £60,000+

    Org Founders can earn more, depending on success and sponsorship deals

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Important Note for Students

Many careers in esports start with passion and experience, and earnings grow with time, skill, and exposure. GEA helps you build the foundation, portfolio, and network to get there.