Senior Events Specialist - fanatec

Job Description Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the successful activation of sim racing activities in live environments
• Serve as on-site event operations lead: run-of-show, cueing, technical checks, troubleshooting under pressure and incident documentation
• Provide remote driver support (troubleshooting, firmware, settings)
• Implement and run the asset register (QR codes/status), maintenance windows, RMA loops, and utilization reporting
• Co-design pre-wired event kits to compress setup time and reduce failure points
• Build cockpits for product launches and review campaigns; keep setups flawless for content and PR
• Partner with marketing on technical setups for shoots and creator programs
• Manage event-ops vendors (booth build/A-V/local crews)
• Collect user feedback on-site/online and share with R&D to inform future designs

Requirements

• Willingness and ability to travel globally ~12 weeks/year; availability for weekends and late shifts
• Expert-level sim racing knowledge; confident PC/firmware/driver setup and troubleshooting
• 2–3 years event operations with on-site technical support responsibility, preferably in professional sim racing or esports
• Fluent English (spoken/written); additional EU languages a plus
• Fast, calm troubleshooting and a proactive, courteous style with athletes, partners, and customers
• Evidence of asset lifecycle practice (QR/registers, maintenance planning)
• EU/DE work authorization; Class B driving license; safe equipment handling

How To Apply Please include a cover letter with your resume outlining your events experience and your interest in esports and sim racing. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

About Us Welcome to Fanatec, the ultimate destination for sim racing enthusiasts! At Fanatec, we are passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology to create the most immersive and realistic racing experiences. Our high-performance racing wheels, pedals, and accessories are engineered with precision and innovation, making us a leader in the sim racing industry.

Fanatec merged with CORSAIR, and remains a separate brand within CORSAIR – a world leader in providing high-performance PC peripherals and components to gamers, enthusiasts, and esports athletes.