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Set up the event schedule and manage logistics
Publish the round schedule for Saturday's Swiss and Top 8, assign tabl…1 sources agree

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Set up the event schedule and manage logistics+
Publish the round schedule for Saturday's Swiss and Top 8, assign table numbers and match windows, reserve two overflow rooms for side events, and confirm timing with referees and the catering lead by Thursday noon.
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Coordinate and oversee event setup and breakdown+
Oversee venue setup Saturday morning: mark and place 60 playing tables, set up judge and admin desks, position signage and score sheets, coordinate AV and power with venue staff, and run the teardown checklist after final round.
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Facilitate tournament from start to finish+
Run the tournament from first round to awards: start rounds on time, push pairings and result collection between rounds, manage round extensions and time-calls, and publish final standings and prize distribution notes at event close.
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Handle player concerns and customer service issues+
Take incoming player complaints, log each issue with name and table, escalate infractions to the head judge when needed, offer refunds or corrective actions per policy, and send a follow-up note to affected players within 24 hours.
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Work with venue to ensure proper space and supplies+
Confirm room layout, power access, tables, chairs, and eight spare boxes of supplies with the venue contact, arrange delivery times for rentals, and get a written agreement on cleanup responsibilities and after-hours access.
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4 tasksJudgeHubcentralizes match assignments and round timing for tournament scheduling
2 tasksscorekeeping softwaretracks match results and standings in real time through the event
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You arrive 2–4 hours before the first round to check the venue, set up tables, signs, and tech like JudgeHub and scorekeeping software. Run a quick staff briefing and player check-in 30–60 minutes before start.

During play you monitor rounds, resolve player issues, update standings in the scorekeeping system, and coordinate breaks. After the last round you pack supplies, reconcile results in JudgeHub, return rented gear, and leave the venue once all equipment and waste are cleared.

Start with JudgeHub because many competitive events use it for match pairing, penalties, and official rulings. Spend 2–8 hours on the interface: how to create events, enter players, record match results, and print pairings.

Also learn one common scorekeeping program (name depends on your game). Practice importing/exporting rosters between JudgeHub and the scorekeeper and test a full mock event to spot where errors usually happen.

First, calm both players and gather the facts: what move or action triggered the dispute and what each player says. Use JudgeHub or your event rules to look up the exact rule and penalty options; record the incident there.

If needed, call a head judge or a second official for a ruling; make the decision on the spot to keep rounds moving. Log the decision and any penalties in JudgeHub so pairings and scores stay correct.

AI can draft schedules, create email templates, and analyze registration trends. Use it to save time on routine text: player emails, schedule drafts, or inventory checklists.

Don’t let AI make rulings, handle player disputes, or manage live pairings. Always verify AI-generated information against official rules and your scorekeeping/JudgeHub data before sending or acting on it.

Time varies: a small event can take 6–10 hours (setup, running, teardown); larger events often need 10–16 hours and multi-day prep. Add 2–5 hours for post-event reporting and payment reconciliation.

Pay depends on the organizer or company: freelance gigs might pay $50–$300 per event; staff roles at venues range widely. Look at local listings or contact local organizers to get current hourly or per-event rates.

A referee (or judge) focuses on rule enforcement during matches; a volunteer helps with setup or check-in tasks. The organizer plans the event: schedule, venue contracts, equipment, and overall logistics.

Organizers also handle finance, coordinate judges, and use systems like JudgeHub and scorekeeping software to run the entire tournament, not just a single table or shift.

Practice time management (creating reliable schedules and sticking to them) and basic tech skills: setting up JudgeHub, using scorekeeping software, and handling simple spreadsheets for rosters and finances.

Also develop people skills: clear communication for emails and announcements, and calm conflict resolution for player issues. Those four skills—scheduling, tech, communication, and conflict handling—cover most daily challenges.