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Sai Amit

Exhibition Manager at Calyx Gaming

Ajman, United Arab Emirates

Work Experience

  • Exhibition Manager

    Calyx Gaming

    Jan 2019 - Present -6 yrs, 4 months

    • Job Details:Led end-to-end venue setup and logistics, collaborating with venue staff to prepare player booths, main stage, production rooms, spectator zones, and media spaces. Coordinated with technical teams to ensure gaming equipment was fully functional, updated, and supported by stable power and internet. Managed hospitality logistics, including airport transfers, hotel bookings, on-site transport, and overall comfort for players and staff. Oversaw on-site player and team management, providing schedules, practice access, and troubleshooting support for hardware, software, and connectivity issues. Ensured player welfare by coordinating refreshments, break times, and access to medical support throughout the event. Assigned roles and conducted briefings for admins and volunteers; directed staff during live operations to maintain event flow. Acted as the primary escalation point for player disputes or logistical issues, ensuring quick and effective resolutions. Managed match scheduling, stage flow, and coordination with broadcast teams to ensure timely live updates and smooth audiovisual execution. Supervised post-event wrap-up, coordinating dismantling of equipment and venue reset with staff and volunteers. Collected feedback from players, staff, and spectators, leading post-event debriefs to evaluate performance, resolve challenges, and apply insights to future events.
  • Project Manager | Founding Member

    Calyx Gaming

    Jan 2019 - Present -6 yrs, 4 months

    • Job Details:Managed 50+ esports tournaments across MENA, overseeing full project lifecycles—from concept to execution—including goals, formats, rules, and stakeholder coordination. Delivered high-impact events like IAC Playgrounds 2023 (Riot Games) and Stark Esports tournaments (India & MENA), handling 2,000+ players and prize pools up to $50,000. Planned and tracked timelines across pre-event, live, and post-event phases, managed budgets for venues, tech, staff, and prizes. Directed cross-functional teams, assigning roles to admins, referees, and technical staff for seamless operations. Oversaw player registration, communication, and scheduling using Discord; ensured compliance with rules and fair play standards. Ensured high-quality broadcasts aligned with client expectations and sponsor integration. Recruited and managed 50+ talents (hosts, casters, MCs) from 12+ countries to deliver professional and engaging shows. Created and maintained social media calendars, driving live event engagement in collaboration with marketing teams. Worked with influencers to develop content and embed sponsor messaging into campaigns for brands like Nadec and Tumi. Served as talent and on-ground manager for Riot’s official MENA pro-circuit tournaments: Challengers MENA, Arabian League, and Almajd Game Changers. Delivered weekly tournaments for MBC’s Wizzo Esports, engaging 200+ players across five titles with over $7,000 of total prize pool. Proactively anticipated risks and implemented contingency plans to address technical issues, delays, and no-shows.
  • Talent and Influencer Manager

    Calyx Gaming

    Jan 2019 - Present -6 yrs, 4 months

    • Job Details:Identified and scouted talents for key roles including casters, hosts, analysts, MCs, and gaming influencers across regional and international markets. Led contract negotiations, finalized rates, and clarified responsibilities, deliverables, and brand expectations. Coordinated talent schedules for live events, rehearsals, and promotional content production, ensuring seamless alignment with event timelines. Delivered comprehensive briefing documents outlining tournament rules, match schedules, brand guidelines, and sponsor messaging. Managed end-to-end hospitality logistics including travel, accommodation, and on-site requirements to ensure talent comfort and preparedness. Collaborated with influencers on content planning, script writing, and brand integration to enhance event reach and audience engagement. Conducted performance review sessions to provide feedback, reinforce strengths, and implement improvements for future activations. Maintained strong relationships with talents, fostering long-term partnerships and aligning on future collaboration opportunities.
  • Education

    • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

      BIRLA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY AND SCIENCE

      Jan 2014 - Jan 2018 - 4 yr

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    Languages

    • Tamil

      Fluent
    • English

      Advanced
    • Hindi

      Advanced
    • Malayalam

      Advanced
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