E-Sports Coaches

Employment of all sports coaches is projected to grow 6 percent from 2024 to 2034, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. This is faster than the average (3 percent) for all careers.

Worldwide revenue in the e-sports industry is expected to grow from $188.8 billion in 2025 to $206.5 billion in 2028, according to Newzoo, a market analytics company. “The job outlook for e-sports coaches is promising as the industry continues to expand and become more professional,” according to JobsInSports.com. “With the growing number of esports tournaments, leagues, and organizations around the world, there are more opportunities than ever for esports coaches.” Despite this prediction, it’s important to remember that only a small number of people work as full-time e-sports coaches. For that reason, it’s a good idea to have a career backup plan so that you have a firm foundation while seeking to enter coaching.