Ambitious candidates invited to apply for this fast track, international programme, offering accelerated learning and full commercial exposure globally

Kaizen Gaming, one of the world’s biggest GameTech companies and owner of the Betano online sports betting and gaming brand, is excited to announce the launch of “The Playmakers: Commercial Talent Programme”. The Programme offers a fast-track development path, designed to prepare the next generation of professionals who will lead and shape the future of the online gaming industry.

Throughout the programme, the Playmakers will accelerate their careers by working on real-world projects across functions such as Marketing, CRM, and Commercial. Participants will begin their 24-month journey at Kaizen Gaming’s HQ in Athens, Greece, where they will be primarily based. They will also have the opportunity to undertake up to two international assignments in countries where Betano operates in Europe and South America – such as Portugal, Brazil and Argentina – to gain hands-on global experience.

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Structured training, ongoing development, and dedicated mentoring from Kaizen Gaming’s senior Commercial leaders will further enrich the participants’ experience and growth.

Who is Kaizen Gaming looking for?

Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, Economics, or a related field from a recognised University, along with one to three years of relevant work experience or high-impact internships. A Master’s degree or MBA is a plus.

Fluency in English is required, along with proficiency in either Spanish or Portuguese.

Kaizen Gaming is looking for citizens of the world—curious, proactive individuals who are strong problem-solvers and able to break down complex challenges into clear, logical solutions.

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Applicants must also hold an EU passport and either an EU work permit or permanent residence, as the programme requires more than 6 months of work in Greece.

What’s in it for the participants?

The Playmakers will join a fast-track programme, gaining global experience and hands-on exposure to one of the most dynamic commercial departments in the online gaming industry, working for Betano, a premium digital brand.

Participants will support cross-functional projects, take ownership of business initiatives, and receive mentoring from senior leaders. With geographical mobility, they’ll gain international experience and have personalised development opportunities to kick-start their growth into future commercial leaders.

Julio Iglesias Hernando, Chief Commercial Officer, Kaizen Gaming, said: “As one of the world’s leading companies in GameTech, we are always on the lookout for exceptional talent to shape our future. Our fast-track global talent programme offers a unique opportunity to explore and experience the business through one of the most dynamic commercial departments in the industry. Working alongside senior leaders in an international environment, and contributing to the growth of a globally recognised sports brand like Betano, is an opportunity like no other. If you are ready to relocate to Athens, Greece, and from there on have the ability to explore and further grow your skills in more international markets, just apply today”.

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Kick-start your career with a global leader in GameTech. Your Future. Your Game.

The Skyesports Championship, India’s longest-running homegrown esports IP, is returning for its sixth edition with BGMI and a prize pool of ₹40 Lakhs, culminating in an on-ground Grand Finals on May 17 and 18 in Bangalore.

Leading brands including AMD, Red Bull, GIGABYTE, and Western Digital have partnered with Skyesports for the 2025 edition, reaffirming their commitment to India’s rapidly expanding gaming ecosystem.

Commenting on the return of the IP, Shiva Nandy, Founder and CEO, Skyesports, said, “The Skyesports Championship is an IP we’ve been nurturing since 2018, growing year after year into one of India’s most recognized esports tournaments with a highly engaged youth audience. We are excited to have partners like AMD, Red Bull, GIGABYTE, and Western Digital joining us for this event, allowing us to deliver a top-notch entertainment product for fans with engaging competitive esports action featuring top-tier teams and esports athletes the country has to offer. With initiatives like the new Sky Champ Rule, this tournament is set to be a standout event on the BGMI esports calendar.”

The return of the Skyesports Championship as an on-ground BGMI event builds on the success of its 2023 edition, which recorded over 32 million digital views and attracted more than 12,000 fans to the stadium.

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This momentum reflects India’s position as the fastest-growing gaming market across Asia and MENA, as reported by Niko Partners. The Indian games market is expected to surpass $1 billion in 2025, reaching $1.4 billion in revenue by 2028. Mobile gaming continues to lead, accounting for nearly 78% of all revenue. With an expected 277 million new gamers by 2028, India is also on track to overtake China in the highest total number of gamers worldwide.

As the country’s leading esports tournament organizer, Skyesports continues to drive this momentum by delivering high-impact, community-driven esports experiences at scale.

The Skyesports Championship 2025 BGMI Grand Finals will feature an exciting new format:

• Day 1 (May 17) – Sky Surge: Teams will compete across six maps, aiming to accumulate points and reach the Sky Champ point goal of 66 points.
• Day 2 (May 18) – Sky Champ Rule: Once a team reaches 66 points, they must secure a Chicken Dinner to be crowned champions. If no team achieves this within eight maps, the team with the highest points will be declared the winner.

This unique format makes every match extremely crucial, as teams are not only focused on aggressively reaching the point threshold but also on strategically targeting opponents who are close to achieving it or have crossed it already.

The Skyesports Championship BGMI event schedule is as follows:

• Upper Bracket: May 6–9 (16 teams – Top 8 advance to the Grand Finals, bottom 8 fall to the Last Chance Qualifier)
• Last Chance Qualifier: May 10–12 (16 teams – 8 each from the Upper and Lower Brackets)
• Grand Finals: May 17–18 (Top 8 teams from the LCQ join the 8 qualified from the Upper Bracket to compete for the title)

The entire tournament will be livestreamed on the official Skyesports YouTube channel. Stay tuned to the Skyesports Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook handles for more information regarding the on-ground finale.