Interactive Squad, Toronto Raptors

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**:
**POSITION OVERVIEW**

An entertainer who exhibits style, improvisation skills, showmanship and crowd motivation. You will provide charismatic, energetic and exciting game night entertainment for our fans. As a valuable member of the Game Presentation team, you will provide championship fan service at all Toronto Raptors home games and other special events during the basketball season.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Live the Raps YYZ mantra at all Toronto Raptors home games and events.
- Be energetic and exciting entertainers with the incredible ability to wow the fans with high-energy dance moves, cheering, and/or skits.
- Actively participate in crowd cheers, distribution of “game giveaways” and other fun interactive games/activities
- Interact and communicate with fans and staff in a positive and professional manner
- Experience performing in front of large crowds/audiences an asset
- Work diligently to ensure the safety of self and others at all times
- Communicate positively and professionally with all MLSE staff and fans
- Provide friendly and informed response to any service-related issue/inquiry
- Adhere to all MLSE service standards and policies including Health & Safety
- Work in compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Health & Safety Act
- Other duties as required

**Qualifications**:

- Energetic, creative, dedicated, charismatic and reliable
- Must be flexible to work weekday shifts as early as 5:00pm, and weekends and holidays during the day and evening
- Must be available to work a minimum of 30 Toronto Raptors home games, possible playoff games, special events, and scheduled rehearsals
- Enthusiastic team player who enjoys interaction with fans of all ages
- Must have a solid knowledge of the game of basketball
- Able to take direction and show initiative in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Work with enthusiasm and professionalism at all times
- A championship winning attitude

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