Thailand Airsoft Association

INFORMATION

BECOME A REFEREE OR GAME MASTER

Lead the Game. Protect the Players. Create the Experience.

Do you have extensive experience in Airsoft or Paintball and the ability to lead players with confidence, fairness, professionalism, and respect?

We are looking for experienced Referees and Game Masters who are passionate about the sport and capable of supporting professional events, tournaments, training programs, and large-scale international games.

Ideal candidates should have at least 5 years of practical Airsoft or Paintball experience and strong English communication skills. Additional languages are highly valued.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Candidates should demonstrate experience and ability in the following areas:

International Rules & Regulations

Strong knowledge of Airsoft and/or Paintball rules, safety standards, field procedures, tournament regulations, FPS/Joule limits, engagement distances, and internationally recognized game practices.

Player Safety Management

Identify hazards, enforce safety procedures, manage safe zones, inspect player equipment, respond to unsafe behavior, and place player safety above all other considerations.

Large-Scale Player Management

Manage large groups of players while maintaining organization, discipline, fairness, and control of the game environment.

Conflict Resolution & Leadership

Handle disagreements, complaints, emotional situations, and confrontations calmly and professionally while remaining firm, fair, and respectful.

Game Design & Mission Development

Create exciting and original game scenarios, missions, objectives, team structures, storylines, scoring systems, and special challenges that keep players engaged.

Game Flow & Event Control

Monitor the battlefield, coordinate game stages, manage timing, communicate mission changes, control respawn systems, and keep games running smoothly.

Excellent Observation Skills

Quickly identify rule violations, unsafe behavior, cheating, missed hits, boundary violations, or other problems during gameplay.

Fair and Impartial Decision-Making

Remain neutral regardless of team, nationality, friendship, rank, experience, or personal relationship. Every player must be treated equally.

Player Motivation & Morale

Motivate players, build excitement, encourage sportsmanship, strengthen teamwork, and maintain positive energy throughout challenging events.

Airsoft & Paintball Equipment Knowledge

Understand guns, magazines, HPA systems, batteries, gas systems, protective equipment, accessories, ammunition, chronographs, and common equipment problems.

Chronograph & Equipment Inspection

Know proper chrono procedures, FPS/Joule testing, equipment inspection, safety checks, and field-specific equipment requirements.

Field Setup & Game Infrastructure

Assist with battlefield planning, objectives, boundaries, safe zones, spawn points, command posts, checkpoints, staging areas, signage, barriers, and player movement.

Field Assessment & Risk Awareness

Evaluate terrain, buildings, obstacles, weather conditions, visibility, emergency access, and other risks before gameplay begins.

Clear Communication Skills

Give player briefings, explain complicated missions simply, use radios effectively, issue warnings, and communicate clearly under pressure.

Radio & Command Coordination

Work with referees, Game Masters, organizers, security, medical teams, and field management through a structured communication system.

Emergency Response Awareness

Understand emergency procedures, evacuation protocols, incident reporting, and the appropriate response until qualified medical personnel take control.

Professional Conduct

Demonstrate maturity, reliability, punctuality, responsibility, good judgment, and professional behavior both on and off the field.

Physical Fitness & Endurance

Walk long distances, stand for extended periods, operate outdoors, and work during daytime or nighttime games.

Night Operations Experience

Experience supervising nighttime games, low-visibility environments, lighting restrictions, special safety procedures, and night mission control is highly desirable.

Tournament & Competition Experience

Experience supporting tournaments, scenario games, MilSim events, major Paintball competitions, or international sporting events is an advantage.

Training & Mentoring Ability

Senior candidates should be able to train junior referees, explain procedures, demonstrate professional officiating standards, and develop future Game Masters.

International Player Experience

Experience working with players from different countries and cultures is highly valued. Professionalism, cultural awareness, and respectful communication matter.

Ability to Travel

Be willing and able to travel to Airsoft and Paintball fields, tournaments, training programs, and events throughout Thailand and internationally when required.

Integrity Above Everything

Understand that the authority of a Referee or Game Master comes from integrity, consistency, fairness, and trust.

GAME MASTER QUALIFICATIONS

Game Master candidates should have additional experience in:

  • Developing complete game concepts and event storylines
  • Designing multi-stage missions and objectives
  • Creating balanced teams and gameplay structures
  • Developing scoring and victory systems
  • Coordinating multiple referee teams and command centers
  • Adjusting missions when unexpected situations occur
  • Managing hundreds or thousands of players
  • Coordinating vehicles, props, special effects, objectives, and battlefield assets
  • Conducting pre-game briefings and after-action reviews
  • Keeping games exciting while maintaining safety and fairness
  • Understanding player psychology and maintaining engagement throughout long events

REFEREE QUALIFICATIONS

Referee candidates should demonstrate:

  • Excellent eyesight and battlefield awareness
  • Confidence making immediate decisions
  • Strong understanding of hit-calling and elimination rules
  • Ability to recognize cheating and unsafe conduct
  • Consistent enforcement of rules
  • Calmness under pressure
  • Professional communication with players
  • Ability to issue warnings or penalties fairly
  • Strong teamwork with other referees
  • Commitment to player safety and sportsmanship

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference may be given to candidates with experience in: MilSim • Scenario Airsoft • Speedsoft • Woodsball • Speedball • Large-Scale Events • International Tournaments • Military or Tactical Training • Event Management • First Aid • Field Operations • Radio Communications • Safety Management

WE WANT LEADERS — NOT JUST OFFICIALS

A great Referee does more than call hits. A great Game Master does more than explain missions.

You help create an environment where players feel safe, challenged, respected, excited, and proud to participate.

If you have the knowledge, leadership, integrity, and passion to help raise Airsoft and Paintball to a higher professional standard, we want to hear from you.

JOIN OUR REFEREE & GAME MASTER TEAM

Bring your experience. Lead with integrity. Create unforgettable games. Help us build the next generation of Airsoft and Paintball.