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Game Plan for Students: Career Insights and Skills for the Esports Industry

Event Type
Professional Development
Sponsor
Informatics Programs/ Games Studies and Design
Location
Hub on Campus, 614 East Daniels Street, Room 4045, 4th Floor, Multipurpose Room
Date
Oct 23, 2025   6:00 - 7:00 pm  
Speaker
Elaina Rhoades, Digital Manager, Octagon
Contact
Susan Muirhead
E-Mail
muirhea@illinois.edu
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Game Studies and Design

Join Elaina Rhoades, Digital Manager from Octagon as she shares her journey in Esports and gaming, from breaking into the industry to leading global campaigns and community programs. She’ll discuss the evolution of brand partnerships, talent collaboration, and fan engagement, plus where Esports is headed and the skills students need to succeed.

Octagon is a leading global agency in sports, entertainment and culture. A group of creative thinkers and energetic doers harnessing that playmaker spirit to generate fame that endures.


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