Esports Salary Guide Australia 2025
Australia has a vibrant esports scene with strong salaries compared to many markets. This guide covers salary ranges across Sydney, Melbourne, and other key cities, plus Australian employment benefits and superannuation.
Esports Salary Ranges (Annual, Base + Super)
| Role | Entry (0-2 yrs) | Mid (2-5 yrs) | Senior (5+ yrs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Community Manager | A$55,000 - A$70,000 | A$70,000 - A$85,000 | A$85,000 - A$100,000 |
| Marketing Manager | A$60,000 - A$75,000 | A$75,000 - A$100,000 | A$100,000 - A$130,000 |
| Esports Manager | A$65,000 - A$80,000 | A$80,000 - A$110,000 | A$110,000 - A$140,000 |
| Broadcast Producer | A$55,000 - A$70,000 | A$70,000 - A$95,000 | A$95,000 - A$120,000 |
| Tournament Organiser | A$50,000 - A$65,000 | A$65,000 - A$85,000 | A$85,000 - A$110,000 |
| Business Development | A$70,000 - A$90,000 | A$90,000 - A$120,000 | A$120,000 - A$160,000 |
| Content Creator | A$50,000 - A$65,000 | A$65,000 - A$85,000 | A$85,000 - A$110,000 |
| Head of Esports | - | A$110,000 - A$140,000 | A$140,000 - A$180,000+ |
* Salaries shown are base salary. Add 11% for superannuation (employer-paid retirement contribution).
Salary by City
Sydney
Base (highest)
Media hub, publishers, highest cost of living
Melbourne
-5% to -10%
Strong gaming scene, lower costs than Sydney
Brisbane
-10% to -15%
Growing scene, lower cost of living
Perth
-10%
Remote but some opportunities
Adelaide
-15%
Smaller scene, developing market
Major Australian Esports Employers
ESL Australia
Sydney
Tournament Operator
Pay: Competitive
Riot Games OCE
Sydney
Publisher
Pay: Top tier
Blizzard ANZ
Sydney
Publisher
Pay: Top tier
EA Australia
Melbourne
Publisher
Pay: Top tier
Respawn Entertainment
Sydney
Developer
Pay: Above market
Chiefs Esports
Melbourne
Esports Org
Pay: Market rate
ORDER
Melbourne
Esports Org
Pay: Market rate
Pentanet.GG
Perth
Esports Org
Pay: Market rate
Australian Employment Benefits
Australia has strong employee protections. Key benefits are mandated by law, with many employers offering additional perks:
Understanding Superannuation
What is Super?
- •Mandatory employer pension contribution (11% in 2024)
- •Paid on top of your base salary
- •Goes into a retirement fund (your choice)
- •Accessible from preservation age (60-67)
Salary vs Package
- •Base salary: A$80,000
- •+ Super (11%): A$8,800
- •= Total package: A$88,800
- !Always clarify if quoted salary includes or excludes super
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