Esports Broadcaster

Salary/Position Classification

• $15.00 Hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
• 5 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability: No
• Hybrid Work Availability: No

Purpose of Position

Esports Broadcasters will talk to a live audience on the Varsity Esports twitch, and commentate what is happening in the game.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Live commentate the Varsity Esports Matches: 
  • Work with the other Esports Commentator to broadcast the Varsity Esports match to a live audience 
  • Communicate effectively and professionally throughout the broadcast 
  • Educate the viewer on what is happening in the match during real time so the audience can follow along easily 
  • Communicate to the audience in a way that anybody watching the game for the first time can understand - (Essential)
• Prepare for upcoming esports match by: 
  • Researching the opponent 
  • Learn changes in the game from previous patches 
  • Discuss an overall topic to focus on for the cast - (Essential)

Required Competencies

• Ability to communicate to a live audience effectively and professionally
• Good knowledge of at least two of the following games: League of Legends, Valorant, Rocket League, Rainbow Six Siege,
• Overwatch 2, Call of Duty, Super Smash Brothers Ultimate and Counter Strike 2

Minimum Requirements

• Strong communication skills and the ability to talk about esports games with no script
• Ability to work well and communicate with another esports broadcaster
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

To Apply

For full consideration, applications must be received by the closing date and include the following materials:


Please include in the application if you are currently or have in the past 12 months been employed with the University of North Dakota, the North Dakota University System or any other North Dakota State agency. If so, include which agency/department, as well as how many hours you work a week.

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