Company Description

At Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership (MLSE), we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that is representative of our community and where all employees feel they belong and can reach their full potential. We are Canada’s preeminent leader in delivering top quality sport and entertainment experiences and one of North America’s leading providers of exceptional fan experiences. We are the parent company of the National Hockey League’s Toronto Maple Leafs, the National Basketball Association’s Toronto Raptors, Major League Soccer’s Toronto FC, the Canadian Football League’s Toronto Argonauts and development teams with the Toronto Marlies (American Hockey League), Raptors 905 (NBA G League), Toronto FC II (MLS NEXT Pro League) and Raptors Uprising Gaming Club, the Toronto Raptors Esports franchise in the NBA 2K League.

MLSE owns and/or operates all the venues our teams play and train in, including Scotiabank Arena, BMO Field, Coca-Cola Coliseum, Ford Performance Centre, BMO Training Ground, and OVO Athletic Centre. We also provide fans in Toronto with incredible live music and entertainment events, as well as exceptional culinary experiences through our restaurants (e11even and RS) and clubs (Hot Stove Club, ScotiaClub and Platinum Club). Through MLSE Foundation, we have invested more than $45 million into Ontario communities since 2009 and with MLSE LaunchPad, we provide a place where youth facing barriers use sport to recognize and reach their potential.

We achieve all of this through our Common Purpose - to unite and empower our employees to create extraordinary moments for our fans and each other. Come be a part of the team.

Job Description

The Toronto Marlies are seeking an individual to join the communications team on game days. The Game Day Assistant is a valuable part of the Marlies PR team and will assist with a variety of duties. This role will support all in-game and game day media relations needs and help deliver great service to our media and broadcast partners as well as support additional duties related to digital and community. This position will be required to work all Toronto Marlies home games.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure execution of game day media logistics, including credential desk, media room and arena seating setup.
• Produce and distribute single-game credentials.
• Support team staff with statistical research projects, inquiries, and issues.
• Ensure accurate, timely in-game distribution of statistical information for media, such as box scores, milestones, and records.
• Collect and transcribe postgame audio files for internal use and distribution.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Note: Before reviewing the qualifications listed below, we want you to know that we understand you may not meet all the qualifications described and have other relevant expertise and experience. We invite you to please share this with us in the "Message to the Hiring Manager" section of our online application.

• Previous working or volunteer experience in media relations, journalism or sport is preferred.
• Working knowledge of the AHL and Toronto Marlies is preferred but not required.
• Ability to manage confidential information in a professional manner.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Working knowledge of social media platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Please refer to Toronto Marlies schedule to confirm availability for home games

Additional Information

Apply by: August 25, 2023

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

At MLSE, we are committed to building an equitable, diverse and inclusive organization. We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. MLSE will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process. If you have difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email accommodations@mlse.com. Please note this email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.