TSMU

In this episode, SM Lahti (Head of Marketing & Content for TSM) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord. The questions range from: What strategies do you use to support the career or educational goals of the youth you work with? When finding your niche in the industry, what is a common mistake you see a lot of people make? How would you address the path to not solely rely on passion when everyone in the hiring pool is also passionate about the industry? How do you “sell” yourself to prospective employers and differentiate yourself from other candidates and more!  So sit back and enjoy this week's episode!About SM Lahti: SM (Sarah Michelle) Lahti is a Los Angeles-based digital marketing leader in the gaming industry, and currently serves as Head of Marketing & Content for TSM. Previous to joining the global esports org, SM held various roles at 100 Thieves, including building the social and short-form content teams, creating the first internship program, and leading a breast cancer awareness campaign resulting in nearly a quarter million dollars raised for charity. Prior to 100T, she built and launched the League Partner Program at Riot Games, followed by building social and community strategies for VALORANT. She launched her gaming career at Twitch where she founded the influencer marketing team, and was directly responsible for acquiring and marketing the first non-gaming content to the platform. In addition to her role at TSM, she also assists marketing efforts at OfflineTV and is on the leadership board for the non-profit Vista Del Mar. SM is an award-winning photographer and videographer with a documentary film short-listed by the Academy Awards in 2017.

In this episode, Vi Lam (Marketing Associate at TSM) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord. The questions range from: What would be your advice for those who wish to get experience in a field that isn't correlated to their academia? What is your long-term goal with TSMU? Do you foresee the TSMU program expanding outside of the esports realm (since TSMis also invested in initiatives such as Blitz)? What's the most underrated thing at TSM that fans never get to see and more!  So sit back and enjoy this week's episode!About Vi: Vi is currently a Marketing Associate at TSM, focusing on TSMU and events. She started her career in esports, from graphic design and esports journalism to ending up in sales, partnerships, and marketing. Want to work at TSM? Vi started as an intern in 2019 and got a full-time offer after she graduated. Ask her anything about getting into esports or about TSMU

In this episode, Dre Ascano (Account Coordinator at ICON) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord. The questions range from: How did you get your first job in the industry? What was that experience like and do you have any advice for others on landing that first job? Why did you decide to transition into the esports industry? How was the whole process? What made you want to work at ICON and more!  So sit back and enjoy this week's episode!About Dre Ascano: “I was hired into the account management team for ICON as an Account Coordinator. Even though my main responsibilities at ICON has been in account management, I also have a role in the talent team and brand partnerships. Bringing on talent with a "gaming+" audience and closing deals as well. My background and experience previous to ICON however, has been in video production for In The Lab (basketball YouTube channel). As ITL started to grow, some of my responsibilities shifted from production into activation execution/talent management. I then used this experience to land a position within the esports/gaming industry. My story on how I got here is rather interesting and definitely something many could relate to.”

In this episode, Cat Cox (Social Media Coordinator, Team Manager, and head of TSM Japan) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord. The questions range from: Is there any sort of push to get Japan-specific creator content to translate for U.S audience? How do you balance your day-to-day responsibilities as a team manager and also social media manager? What has been the most rewarding and challenging aspect of being involved with several Valorant teams and how has it helped to shape your own personal growth in the esports community, and more!  So sit back and enjoy this week's episode!About Cat: Cat Cox currently is a Team Manager for TSM's VALORANT Academy & X teams. Alongside her team management responsibilities, she runs @TSM_JP and manages TSM's Japanese content creators. She joined TSM last year as a social media intern and launched @TSM_JP in August 2021. In a little over a year, she has grown the account to over 150k followers and helped foster a dedicated Japanese community. 

In this episode, Piotr "Remi" Jagodzinski (Freelance Tournament Organizer) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord. The questions range from: For someone interested in working in tournament organization, what skills would you recommend they improve on to best prepare themselves for the role? How did you translate your background into the esports industry? What did your week-to-week look like when running a tournament, what challenges did you face, and was there anything unexpected regarding the role, and more!  So sit back and enjoy this week's episode! About Remi: Throughout his career in esports, he has been involved in pretty much every esports branch, starting from being a coach, a caster, being a player, managing a team, and organizing tournaments. This last thing is something he's been doing for the longest time and enjoyed the most. He's studied Social Projects Management at University of Wrocław, while also being the president and the founder of the esports society at his university (and also the current holder of a Runner-up title in the National University Championship for people with disabilities in the category "esports"). He's been involved in organizing a lot of semi-professional tournaments and leagues on both national and International level, with most notably organizing national university competitions in Poland in both League of Legends and Rocket League, as well as European University Rocketeers Championship this year. His goal was always to make esports more professional and at the same time inclusive for everyone and that's what he's been teaching all of his current and former players and coworkers.

In this episode, Claribel Guerra (Account Executive at Ayzenburg) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord. The questions range from: How did you translate your background into the esports industry? For someone interested in working in Marketing, what skills would you recommend they improve on to best prepare themselves for the role? How did you get your first job in the industry? What was that experience like and do you have any advice for others on landing that first job, and more!  So sit back and enjoy this week's episode! About Claribel Guerra: "I've worked in the gaming and esports industry for about six years. I've dabbled in many industry positions, from writing to merchandising to team management. However, I've realized my passion is communications and have focused on roles that cater to community development within marketing. I've been fortunate enough to have been the social media manager, content creator, and community developer for a few grassroots organizations (Gankstars, Hammers Esports, Valiance GG), systems integrator (iBUYPOWER), and indie games (Battle Legion, and currently underdevelopment Kingshunt and Hell is Others). I've also been an on-air and voice-over talent for a few of these companies. I also have over 10 years of experience in the finance industry, primarily the stock market as well. Nevertheless, my most unique position has been as an engagement manager with the LEGO Group." 

In this episode, Haylesh Patel (Exercise Physiologist) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord. The questions range from: What are some of the key points to consider when you create plans for players? Do you have any recommended resources for exercises/stretches to do for gaming? When you work with a team, do you create programs for each individual on the team based on what they struggle with the most, or is it more of a general program for the whole team, and more!  So sit back and enjoy this week's episode!About Haylesh: "Originally from New Zealand, Patel studied at the University of Auckland and holds a Masters in Exercise Science. He is also a Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist with the American College of Sports Medicine and currently works in the Cardiac Rehabilitation department at Hoag Hospital. Beyond his duties at Hoag, he also works for UCI Campus Recreation at the Anteater Recreation Center (ARC), functioning as a personal trainer for staff and students. To round it all off, Patel is also the UCI Esports scholarship team's designated Exercise Physiologist." ~ Gianeen Almaria "One of my key aims with UCI Esports is to improve our player's overall health, wellness, and improve their performance (physical and mental). I have designed and created a health and wellness program for the two scholarship teams that look to improve all aspects of health.” 

In this episode, Juancarlos Farias (Marketing Intern at TSM FTX) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord. The questions range from: What are some of the most challenging aspects of your job? As you're now as a Marketing Intern what are your aspirations for the collegiate program at TSM FTX? What process did you take in getting into esports and would you have any advice for individuals seeking their first job in esports, and more!  So sit back and enjoy this week's episode!About Juancarlos: Juancarlos is a college sophomore at Pierce College where he is working on getting his A.A In Communications and Political Science. He plans on transferring to a four-year university. He previously went to Mission College where he was VP of the LAMC Esports club. He used this opportunity to gain experience in Esports by managing the league of legends team, Hosting LAN/Online events, and working with sponsors. He used this experience to get his first job in esports as a TSM Collegiate coordinator for TSMU. After working at TSMU for almost a year, He is now a Marketing Intern (Sr.Collegiate Coordinator) at TSM FTX, Where he works on the execution of new and current events, Project Management, and Community engagement for TSMU.

In this episode, Greg Adler (Competitive Operations for Riot Games and LCS) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord. The questions range from: How did you find yourself in a position with Riot Games, what was that process like? How did you get your first job in the industry? What was that experience like and do you have any advice for others on landing that first job? What was the transition from teaching to coaching like? Did the skills you cultivated there translate well to working with collegiate and more!  So sit back and enjoy this week's episode!About Greg: Greg went to school in Pennsylvania where he obtained his degree in music education and taught music classes while being actively involved in running amateur League of Legends leagues. From there, he obtained the position of Coach of Esports at the University of Texas at Dallas, leading them to becoming one of the leaders in college esports. He now currently works at Riot Games where he is in charge of League Operations for the LCS

In this episode, Francisco Rodriguez (Gaming Partnerships Coordinator at Twitter) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord. The questions range from: How has your collegiate esports experience helped you get to where you are today? What are the top 3 tips you would give to someone trying to “sell” themselves? What is your background in and how did you translate your background into working at Twitter, and more!  So sit back and enjoy this week's episode!About Francisco: Francisco Rodriguez is the Gaming Partnerships Coordinator at Twitter, where he helps manage gaming relationships, aids in campaign deliverables, supports gaming creators, and creates sponsorship pitches. Previously, he worked at StreamElements as a streamer success manager working with creators on streaming campaigns, talent acquisition, and the Creator Diversity Program initiative. Before his professional experience, Francisco studied at UCSB, majoring in Global Studies, co-founded UCSB Esports, and officer of Gaucho Gaming. Francisco's passion for collegiate esports led him to network with industry professionals, UC esports clubs, and helped in the formation of the UC Esports Initiative (UCEI).

In this episode, Matt Fisher (Director of Performance for Adamas Esports) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord. The questions range from: How much is physical and mental health connected? How widely practiced do you anticipate mental awareness and coaching to be in a couple of years from now in the esports scene? In terms of performance, do you see any differences between that collegiate esports and esports at the highest level, and more!  So sit back and enjoy this week's episode!About Matt: Matt is the Director of Performance for Adamas Esports where he provides mental and physical performance support and mentorship to athletes, coaches, and teams. He spent the majority of his career in the traditional sports world as a strength and conditioning coach and mental performance consultant before deciding to pursue two of his other passions, gaming, and mental health. Matt believes that a holistic approach to mental and physical wellness creates the foundation for mental and physical performance. He's had the privilege of supporting teams and athletes in Overwatch, Call of Duty, Valorant, LOL, Rainbow 6 Siege, Dota 2, PUBG, FIFA, and World of Warcraft 

In this episode,  Ronald "Renanthera" Ly (Assistant director at UCI Esports) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord. The questions range from: How do you judge the performance of both individual players and a team as a whole? Is there a metric, whether a tracked statistic or intangible, beyond just winning games that can show a team's compatibility? What level of expertise does it take to coach at a high level such as the Overwatch League? What is the process you have, where you decide as to what warrants having a collegiate team within your esports program, and more!  So sit back and enjoy this week's episode!About Renanthera: Ronald "Renanthera" Ly carries his experience in competition and academia to better the UCI Esports program. From coaching in professional Overwatch teams like the Bosting Uprising and Florida Mayhem, representing his country on Team Canada, or working on the ground with UCI's summer camp youth and their competitive scholarship teams, Ronald has been a rallying point behind many esports success stories at every level.     

In this episode, Magical (PBP League of Legends Shoutcaster at PathToLCS) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord. The questions range from: What reasons did you have in deciding on going into casting as a career from a hobby as you started out?  What's something you wish you knew when you started casting?What were some of the differences building out a broadcast in person versus online? What advice would you give to aspiring casters on how to get involved in the space, and more!  So sit back and enjoy this week's episode!About Magical: Alex "Magical" Whieldon started casting in 2017 as a hobby at first. Soon after starting, he would end up casting at CompeteLeague where he would meet Ender and the two would cast together often. Magical has cast for several different events since starting, including casting for Cloud9's academy broadcast, Twitch Rivals, NA Academy, FACEIT Scouting Grounds, and several Proving Grounds events. Eventually, he would join to help LPL for their Spring 2021 broadcast.

In this episode, Danan Flander (General Manager at Golden Guardians) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord. The questions range from: What would you consider the most valuable trait to have in a management position? How do you take that criticism and turn it to be something productive? How do you determine when you yourself have been successful or faltered at your job during a team's high and low points? What are your day-to-day responsibilities like as a General Manager, and more!  So sit back and enjoy this week's episode!About Danan: Iowa-born and raised, University of Iowa alum, and self-diagnosed video-game addict, Danan Flander has participated in and managed teams in esports since 2010. More than ten years in, Danan hasn't looked back, diversifying his experience across more than 15 major competitive titles, all while continuing to amass championship trophies along the way. During his tenure at Cloud9, he claimed North America's first and only ever Major championship in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive at the ELEAGUE Major: Boston, as well as the United Kingdom's first Stage Championship with the London Spitfire in Overwatch League's inaugural season. Over the last four years, Danan has transitioned to working with the Golden State Warriors on their esports initiatives as they continue to expand their presence under the brand Golden Guardians.

In this episode, Rose (Graphic Designer at TSM FTX) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord. The questions range from: How did you balance work for the organizations with personal creative work projects?   What were some main things you did to continue mastering your skills in programs for example adobe illustrator, photoshop, etc.? Considering you've worked for a lot of different organizations over time (Armada, Noble, T1, G4 iirc, and now TSM), how did you find those opportunities and how did you go about applying for them, and more!  So sit back and enjoy this week's episode! About Rose: Rose is currently a graphic designer at TSM FTX, and previously worked for other organizations such as Armada, Noble, T1, and G4tv. Rose got her start  in esports in 2018 by volunteering and being a brand ambassador for the San Francisco Shock. She eventually got her start as a graphic designer  for the Shock and then moved more into graphic design freelancing for the overwatch community. She later landed a job at T1 as their first graphic design intern where she cultivated her skills and after T1 she went to work for G4tv. Now she is a graphic designer for TSM FTX.

In this episode, Megan Holgate (Director of Partnerships at TSM FTX) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord. The questions range from: how do you effectively set micro-objectives that will help you achieve your overall goals?   What internships and positions should we be looking for as college students and new grads to get into the entertainment/streaming industry in the account management/partnerships department? How does one break into sponsorships specifically, and how do you maintain relationships with said sponsors that you work with, and more!  So sit back and enjoy this week's episode! About Megan: Megan Holgate is currently serving as TSM FTX's Director of Partnerships, overseeing all strategic partner sales and communications initiatives ensuring all deliverables are exceedingly met and aligned with the overall goals. Megan is an account management leader with over a decade of experience driving marketing strategies and growth initiatives. She began her career in the entertainment industry, spending many years supporting Sony Pictures Entertainment's digital presence across the Theatrical, Television, and Home Entertainment verticals. She pivoted towards the social space over the next few years, working with Fortune 500 global brands such as Mattel, Dreamworks, Disney, Uber, HP, Amazon Prime Gaming, and more. She entered the esports space in 2021 when she joined TSM FTX.

In this episode, Ricky Gonzalez (VP of Content at FlyQuest) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord. The questions range from: What are some of the most important soft skills to have when going into esports? How do you make sure your content is engaging and keeps the viewer occupied the whole way through?  What content do you find yourself gravitating towards the most when you're in the creative process? What do you feel is the best type of content an individual who isn't a player can make to grow their brand and more!  So sit back and enjoy this week's episode! About Ricky: A graduate of Berklee College of Music, Ricky began his production career in the music industry. Ricky's work with OK Go on their "Last Leaf" music video led to a starring role in a Samsung commercial, which in turn fueled his future collaborations with artists like Flying Lotus, Bad Rabbits, and Little Hurricane. After touring the country with Alexis Ohanian of Reddit fame in 2012, Ricky entered the esports ecosystem beginning with Team Renegades. Over the last decade, Ricky has founded production departments for teams like Immortals, NRG, and currently, FlyQuest. In January of 2018, Ricky joined FlyQuest to establish a content arm of the organization. His content with FlyQuest provides an alternative approach to the industry standard with content like "Turtle Talks", Player-led Vlogs, and music videos like the "Whole New Worlds" duet with G2's CEO Ocelote and FlyQuest CEO Tricia Sugita.

In this episode, Josiah Nuzum (Esports & Gaming Community Marketing Manager at Intel) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord. The questions range from: How would you recommend reaching out to other people in the esports industry for networking?  For someone interested in working in Marketing, what skills would you recommend they improve on to best prepare themselves for the role?  What are some of the more important lessons you've learned in your career that you can share and more!  So sit back and enjoy this week's episode!About Josiah: Josiah is the Esports/Gaming Community Marketing Manager at Intel. In this role, he is responsible for all esports sponsorships/activations, influencer management, and general gaming community content, events, and giveaways in the US. Josiah has worked at Intel for 7 years holding various marketing roles across gaming, consumer, and sports technology. While not working, Josiah is either wall bouncing in Apex Legends, losing money in Escape from Tarkov, or in his garage trying to build things out of wood.

In this episode, Edwin Jung (Team Manager at TSM) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord. The questions range from: What is your day-to-day life at TSM as a team manager? How do you become a team manager? Where/how does that process begin?  What common characteristics/skills do believe are the most important for being a team manager? How do you deal with motivation issues that might appear within the team members and more!  So sit back and enjoy this week's episode! About Edwin:  Edwin Jung currently is a Player/Team Manager at TSM FTX! Edwin manages the TSM FTX Apex, Dota2, Fortnite, and Smash players. His role is to make sure that the players all have what they need as well as make sure the player's schedules align with what the organization would like out of the players such as tournaments, content creator events, content filming, and other events. Edwin essentially acts as the liaison between the players and the org.

In this episode, Dominic Kallas (VP of Esports at TSM) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord. The questions range from: How important is it to connect with other directors of esports and game developers to assess potential factors that may affect the viability and growth of future competitive gaming in new areas? What went into building Gen.G's Team Bumble? What does your day-to-day life look like as the VP of Esports? How are you liking your position and more!  So sit back and enjoy this week's episode!About Dominic: Dominic Kallas currently serves as the Vice President of Esports for TSM. In this role, he leads all aspects of operations, staffing, and management support for TSM's 20 professional esports teams, along with TSM's robust roster of high-profile content creators. Previous to TSM, Dominic was the Head of US Operations at Gen.G Esports. His journey with Gen.G began when he crafted the initial pitch deck for the company in 2017, and grew to helping expand the org to achieve a truly global footprint from Los Angeles to Seoul to Shanghai, and reach number six on Forbes list of Most Valuable Esports Companies 2020. Dominic also helped spearhead Gen.G's entrance into North America with the first professional women's Fortnite team, which later transitioned to Team Bumble.Prior to Gen.G Esports, he built a successful career in private equity and venture capital, working at Battery Ventures, a leading tech, and software investment technology firm. Previous investments include Concurrent Real-Time (acquired by Spectris (SXS: LSE)), Bluepoint Solutions (aka Alogent), Jwaala (aka Alogent), Plixer, and Gen.G Esports. Prior to Battery, Dominic worked at The University Venture Fund (UVF), a venture capital investment firm that partners with well-known venture capital and private equity firms to provide college students with opportunities to perform real-time investments, due diligence, and engage in value-add projects. Previous Investments included AtTask aka Workfront (acquired by Adobe (Nasdaq:ADBE)), Instructure (NYSE: INST), and Lyft (NASDAQ: LYFT). Dominic holds a B.S. in Economics and a B.S. in Finance from Westminster College.  

In this episode, Syndey Malham (Graphic Designer at The Guard) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord. The questions range from: What is something within graphic design that you wish you knew when you started? What's the best way to market yourself in the freelancing business while trying to work full-time and internship/college without having to drain yourself of lost creative energy? If you want to succeed in the Esports industry as a graphic designer, do you think a college degree is required and more!  So sit back and enjoy this week's episode!About Sydney: Sydney Malham is a graphic designer at The Guard. She currently creates still and motion graphics for The Guard Valorant team and the LA Guerillas. While getting her bachelors degree, she was working part-time and doing freelance in esports since October 2016 working for Splyce, FC Schalke 04, FlyQuest, Blizzard Entertainment, the Washington Justice, and TSM FTX creating still and motion graphics for social, print, and events.  

In this episode, Cooper Short (Talent Manager at ICON Talent Agency) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord. The questions range from: How would you recommend reaching out to other people in the industry for networking? For people who are starting to get into talent management post-grad, what kind of occupations or experience do you recommend getting that would help? Can you talk about the operations and business development side of being a talent manager and what that may entail and more!  So sit back and enjoy this week's episode! About Cooper:  I am a talent manager who previously worked at TSM and is now at ICON.  I work with different creators and professional gamers within Esports and help them manage their business/monetize their content through brands and sponsorships. 

In this episode, Erik Marino (VP of Apparel at TSM FTX) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord. The questions range from: How do personal brands compare to an organization? What do I need to do to grow my brand? How does one go about determining the direction of the brand and more!  So sit back and enjoy this week's episode! About Erik: Over the past 2+ years I have worked with FaZe Clan as Executive Creative Director across departments with a focus on the lifestyle brand and products division. Prior to FaZe I spent the last 20 years in NYC building brands in the streetwear space. Most notable is Rocksmith, the premier global music lifestyle brand I co-founded in 2004. In addition, I partnered with Wu-Tang Clan on Wu-Tang Clan Brand from 2010-2016 and oversaw creative, sales, and distribution. Other notable ventures include brand development and marketing agency Kilo International Llc. which housed streetwear brand Kilo Goods, Fosho Foshow tradeshow, and serviced clients such as Foot Locker, Dr. Pepper, Cornerstone, and Crooks and Castles. Prior work experience includes Sony Music, Akademiks clothing, The Fader Magazine.

In this episode, Jacob "Daeda" Hale (Strategic Coach for TSM FTX's Rainbow 6 team) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord. The questions range from: How does one go about implementing machine learning and deep analytics? For a new team trying to improve and play better what would you say is the #1 thing they need to improve/learn? How do you get into the esports industry regarding a deep learning analyst and more!  So sit back and enjoy this week's episode! About Daeda: Jacob Hale is the Strategic Coach/Analyst for TSMFTX's R6 team. He's been working in the Rainbow Six Siege PL scene for 3.5 years. He was the first in R6 to introduce machine learning and deep analytics to R6 through years of self-teaching. With limited connections & experience going into the scene, Daeda values the importance of self-determination and the ability to self-teach over most other traits needed to build a spot for yourself in esports.

In this episode, Kasumi “Sumichu” Yogi (Director of Marketing and Business Development at Games Done Quick) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord. The questions range from: What advice do you have for aspiring Marketing/Media professionals to get their foot into the door of the gaming/eSports industry? What skills do you think are most valuable and sought after in the marketing department of eSports/gaming? How did your family and friends react to you getting involved in the gaming field and more!  So sit back and enjoy this week's episode!About Sumichu: Sumi has worked in a variety of roles in gaming, both in front of and behind the camera, including with companies such as Riot Games and BANDAI NAMCO. On the side, she has freelanced as a host for various events, including the FGC's Evo, Steam Next Fest, GrandPOOBear's Speedrun Sessions, and most recently, Dota 2's The International 10. Sumi is currently employed as Games Done Quick's Director of Marketing and Business Development.

In this episode Risa Chung (Senior Manager at Media Initiatives - Wisdom Gaming) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord. The questions range from: How can others who are about to graduate/fresh graduates start towards their own esports careers, What made you want to pursue the business of esports in your career, vs. more established paths, Have you ever experienced burnout? Any tips for avoiding burn out or dealing with it once you start to feel burnt out, and more! So sit back and enjoy this weeks episode!About Risa: Risa Chung is a senior manager who oversees media initiatives, including client relations, cross-department development of SOPs, and managing project budgets across Wisdom's media department. Prior to her current role, Risa was a project manager for Wisdom Gaming's media department. Risa created the GiantSlayerTFT brand, which provides an esports tournament scene for Teamfight Tactics, the auto-battler game from publisher Riot Games. Under Risa's direction, GiantSlayerTFT has grown to include the official North American competitive format for multiple sets and global tournaments to players. 

In this episode Jeff SuiJeneris (Director of Mobile)) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord. The questions range from: why mobile esports are more popular internationally, advice for college students wanting to break into the esports scene, how to translate experience from non-esports roles into esports, and more! So sit back and enjoy this weeks episode!About Jeff: Jeff has been at ground zero for the beginning of mobile esports and was GM/Head of Mobile Immortals Gaming Club; Strategic Advisor to TSM; Team Liquid; Analyst Commentator for the 18th Asia Games Jakarta-Palembang, World Cyber Games Xi'an 2019, Tencent Games, Supercell, Red Bull Esports, Super League Gaming, and Super Evil Megacorp; and former esports professional player, head coach, esports org founder/owner, Twitch Partnered Streamer, and mobile game tournament & league owner/administrator.

In this episode Andrew White (Senior Director at TSM FTX) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord. The questions range from: The process that goes into making LEGENDS, advice for dealing with burnout, key components to always try to include when making videos, and more! So sit back and enjoy this weeks episode!Andrew White is a Senior Director on the TSM content team. A devoted SSBM fan and competitor since 2013, he transitioned from a career in traditional sports to esports after he joined TSM in 2015. He has worked on the TSM LoL flagship content piece "TSM Legends" since his arrival at TSM and is the current director of the show. Andrew has worked with a variety of teams and players across the TSM roster including LoL, CS:GO, SSBM, Vainglory, CoD, PUBG, Hearthstone, Fortnite, SSBU, and Valorant.

In this episode Cathy Ge (Competition Operations Coordinator for Call of Duty League) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord. The questions range from: How to network and make connections, a typical day at the CDL, advice for getting your first job in the industry, and more! So sit back and enjoy this weeks episode!About Cathy: I work on the competitive side of the Call of Duty League at Activison Blizzard while also finishing my Economic degree at UCLA. Before ABE, I worked at UCLA Esports as Director, as well as at Tespa and Immortals. Besides gaming, I enjoy cooking, reading manga, traveling, watching films, and trying new restaurants! 

In this episode Brandon Ho (Content Creator Relations & Esports Social at Logitech G) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord.  The questions range from: How to network and make connections, how to develop social copy, advice for getting your first job in the industry, and more! So sit back and enjoy this weeks episode!About Brandon First and foremost I'm a pretty hardcore gamer. I've played video games throughout my life with League of Legends holding onto my heart the longest (season 1). I graduated from UCSB with a bachelors in Communications and in my time there I was a member of the Gaucho Gaming club and a player on the League of Legends A team. Post college I returned to Ubisoft where I had interned the previous summer planning events both public and private (twithcon vs game testing). After 6 months at Ubisoft I moved over to Logitech G where I have been for almost 2 years now managing our partner creator program and assisting on running our various social media channels for esports.

In this episode Travis Gafford (Esports Interviewer & Host) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord.  The questions range from: What's it like working for yourself, how to stop burnout, advice for getting your first job in the industry, and more! So sit back and enjoy this weeks episode!About Travis: Travis Gafford started his career as a staple of the League of Legends community, hosting the popular show State of the League while delivering best-in-class analysis on the most popular esport in the world. Continuing in his coverage of the game as the lead CBS Interactive broadcaster, and then later as the face of Yahoo! Esports, Travis became an independent creator in 2018 and has since cemented himself as the one-man-does-it-all League of Legends news-force, driving the competitive narrative and creating interest pieces consumed by League's most ardent fans. As dedicated in work as he is in play, Gafford has worked with brands like Alienware, Mastercard, and Jack in the Box. 

In this episode Joe Marine (Mobile Team Manager at TSM FTX) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord.  The questions range from: How he got started in the industry, what his day to day looks like, advice for getting your first job in the industry, and more! So sit back and enjoy this weeks episode!

In this episode Christian Lee (Global Sales Executive) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord.  The questions range from: How he got started in the industry, what his day to day looks like, advice for getting your first job in the industry, and more! So sit back and enjoy this weeks episode!

In this episode Mimi "aEvilcat" Wermcrantz (Esports Commentator) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord.  The questions range from: How she got started in the industry, what it is like working an online eventl, advice for getting your first job in the industry, and more! So sit back and enjoy this weeks episode!

In this episode Kierstin Gee (Marketing Manager at Intel) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord.  The questions range from: How she got started in the industry, what it is like working at Intel, advice for getting your first job in the industry, and more! So sit back and enjoy this weeks episode!

In this episode Alec Guthrie (Partnerships Solutions Executive at TSM FTX) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord.  The questions range from: How he got started in the industry, what it is like working at TSM FTX, how he converted his background in dance into getting a job in esports, and more! So sit back and enjoy this weeks episode!

In this episode Lauren Chen (Esports Social Partnership Intern at Logitech G) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord.  The questions range from: How she got started in the industry, what is is like working as in intern, how she gets feedback from interviews! So sit back and enjoy this weeks episode! TSMU LINKS:DISCORDTwitterYouTubeTwitch

In this episode Shane McElroy (Video Editor/ Director) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord.  The questions range from: How he got started in the industry, how to land your first editing job, and what goes in behind the scenes to make a YouTube video. Sit back and enjoy this weeks episode! TSMU LINKS:DISCORDTwitterYouTubeTwitch

In this episode Brenna White and Jasmine Zuniga (Content interns) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord.  The questions range from: How they got started with TSM, all of the on set experience stories, and advice on getting an internship. Sit back and enjoy this weeks episode!TSMU LINKS:DISCORDTwitterYouTubeTwitch

In this episode Walter Wang (VP of Operations) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord.  The questions range from: How he got started in the industry, how to get started working in esports, and how he manages a company to drive it forward. Sit back and enjoy this weeks episode! Links:Walter Wang:TwitterMark Hubbard:Twitter TSMU LINKS:DISCORDTwitterYouTubeTwitch

In this episode Emily Krol (Gaming Strategic Marketing Manager for Lenovo North America) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord.  The questions range from: How she got started in the industry, advice on how to get into the industry and what it is like marketing at a fortune 500 company! Sit back and enjoy this deep dive into the esports space!! TSMU LINKS:DISCORDTwitterYouTubeTwitch

In this episode Ben Green (Online Community Manager for Lenovo Legion) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord.  The questions range from: How he got started in the industry, how working as a community manger is, and what is was like setting up an event for 65+ year old esports pros. Sit back and enjoy this weeks episode! Links:Ben Green:TwitterMark Hubbard:Twitter TSMU LINKS:DISCORDTwitterYouTubeTwitch

In this episode Skye Bui (Partnership Solutions Executive) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord.  The questions range from: How she got started in the industry, how partnerships in esports go, and what skills are helpful when working with partners! Sit back and enjoy this deep dive into the esports space!! Links:Skye Bui:TwitterChristian Lee:Twitter TSMU LINKS:DISCORDTwitterYouTubeTwitch

In this episode Jack "Kayys" Charles (Strategic Coach & Head Scout for League of legends team) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord.  The questions range from: How he got started in the industry, how to network, and how he landed a job taking with Fnatic at Worlds. Sit back and enjoy this weeks episode! Links:Jack "Kayys" Charles:TwitterTwitchMark Hubbard:Twitter TSMU LINKS:DISCORDTwitterYouTubeTwitch

In this episode Damian Skoczylas (Managing Director at ICON) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord.  The questions range from: How he got started in the industry, advice on how to get into the industry and what it is like working with talent and clients! Sit back and enjoy this deep dive into the esports space!! TSMU LINKS:DISCORDTwitterYouTubeTwitch

In this episode Duncan Cox (Head of Social Media) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord.  The questions range from: How he got started in the industry, what a day to day looks like, and how he works from the UK for a US brand. Sit back and enjoy this weeks episode! Links:Duncan Cox:TwitterTwitchMark Hubbard:Twitter TSMU LINKS:DISCORDTwitterYouTubeTwitch

In this episode Wheels (Technical Producer/ Editor) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord.  The questions range from: How he got started in the industry, what being on set is like, and what its like running productions! Sit back and enjoy this deep dive into the esports space!! Links:Wheels:TwitterChristian Lee:Twitter TSMU LINKS:DISCORDTwitterYouTubeTwitch

In this episode Matt Steenstra (Influencer Partnerships Manager at IKON) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord.  The questions range from: How he got started in the industry, what running a successful campaign looks like, and what a Infuencer Partnership Manager is! Sit back and enjoy this deep dive into the esports space!! Links:Matt Steenstra:TwitterSkye Bui:Twitter TSMU LINKS:DISCORDTwitterYouTubeTwitch

In this episode Parth Naidu (TSM General Manager League of Legends) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord.  The questions range from: How he got started in the industry, what it is like managing the League of Legends Team, and coaching the League of Legends team! Sit back and enjoy this deep dive into the esports space!! Links:Parth Naidu:TwitterEmily Krol:Twitter TSMU LINKS:DISCORDTwitterYouTubeTwitch

In this episode Austin Haggett (TSM Player Manager) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord.  The questions range from: How he got started in the industry, what a day to day looks like, and what it was like transitioning from a professional player to manager. Sit back and enjoy this weeks episode! Links:Austin Haggett:TwitterTwitchMark Hubbard:Twitter TSMU LINKS:DISCORDTwitterYouTubeTwitch

In this episode Max Olivo (TSM Art Director) answers questions live via the TSMU Discord.  The questions range from: How he got started in the industry, what is was like directing Legends, and what it's like to be TSM art director! Sit back and enjoy this deep dive into the esports space!! Links:MAX OLIVO:TwitterWebsiteEmily Krol:Twitter TSMU LINKS:DISCORDTwitterYouTubeTwitch