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
- muirhea@illinois.edu
- Views
- 155
- Originating Calendar
- 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.