Director, Game Entertainment

7 months ago

Saskatoon, Canada Saskatchewan Rush Full time

**Job Description**:
**Join Our Winning Team at Sask Entertainment Group**

Are you ready to take the helm and lead the charge in creating unforgettable experiences for sports fans? Sask Entertainment Group is on the lookout for a dynamic individual to fill the role of Entertainment, Events & Community Manager. If you're passionate about baseball, hockey, and lacrosse, and possess a knack for orchestrating engaging events, then this is the opportunity you've been waiting for

**Position: Director, Game Entertainment & Community**

**Salary Range: $70,000 - $85,000**

**Status: Full-Time**

**About the Role**:
As the Entertainment, Events & Community Director you'll be at the forefront of game presentation for all of our home games. Working closely with the director of marketing, you'll spearhead initiatives to enhance fan engagement, integrate players, and elevate the overall customer experience. From selecting the perfect soundtrack to coordinating captivating in-game activities, you'll have a hand in every aspect of our game day productions.

**Responsibilities Include**:

- Directing game presentations with a focus on fan engagement, player integration, and creative production.
- Planning and executing in-arena/stadium and on-ice/on-field entertainment activities, including between-periods intermissions that will keep fans on the edge of their seats.
- Managing budget and inventory for game day production, ensuring we're always equipped with the latest gear and gadgets.
- Leading and mentoring a team of full-time, contract, and intern staff members, just like a coach guides their players to victory.
- Collaborating with sponsors to align activations with team objectives, hitting home runs with every partnership.
- Cultivating relationships with community partners to promote grassroots sports initiatives, spreading the love of the game from the rink to the diamond to the field.

**Qualifications**:

- A degree or diploma in Sports Management, Marketing, or Event Planning, or equivalent experience.
- 3-5 years of experience in game operations/presentation, with a deep understanding of power plays, grand slams, and hat tricks.
- Proven leadership skills and the ability to motivate teams, rallying them together like a captain in the locker room.
- A creative thinker with a deep understanding of baseball, hockey, and lacrosse, able to execute plays that will leave fans cheering for more.
- Exceptional multitasking abilities and the capacity to thrive under pressure, just like a goalie facing a penalty shot in overtime.
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, and game nights as required, showing the same dedication as the athletes on the field.

**Why Join Us**:
At Sask Entertainment Group, we're more than just a sports organization - we're a community. By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact both on and off the field. From planning epic game day experiences to spearheading community initiatives, your work will play a vital role in shaping the fan experience and fostering a love for sports at all levels.

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