In-Game Host Wanted!

The Toronto Rock Lacrosse Club is currently seeking a qualified and outgoing individual for the part-time paid position of Game Day Event Host/Hostess & Video Correspondent during all of the Toronto Rock home games at Air Canada Centre for the 2015 season.
 
Responsibilities:

• Executing all in-stand and on-floor entertainment promotions, interviews, PA reads and sponsorship fulfillment as required during the 2015 season, including pre-season and playoff games as required
• Provide an entertaining and upbeat experience for the Toronto Rock fans, clients & guests in attendance
• Conduct live interviews with players, special guests & fans during games and/or practices
• Participate in Toronto Rock events (pre-game parties, Season Ticket Holder party etc.) as required
• Assist with the development and execution of unique and updated online video content on torontorock.com
• Attend a pre-determined number of Toronto Rock practices as required

 
Qualifications:

• Energetic & engaging personality
• Outgoing with a willingness and desire to have fun.
• Comfortable performing in front of large crowds and on camera
• Motivated, with the desire to enhance the game day experience for fans and positively represent the Toronto Rock
• Strong interpersonal and public speaking skills
• A professional demeanour and image
• Flexible with using a script, but adaptable to improvise and “think on your feet” as required
• Ability to take direction and constructive criticism
• Have the ability to follow timing queues through a headset while remaining composed and confident  while on camera

 
Requirements:

• Commitment for the entire 2015 Toronto Rock home schedule (January – April) and  for all scheduled event dates, including those outside of Toronto Rock home games if necessary
• Commitment  for any pre-season games (December) and any applicable playoff games (May)
• Performance under tight timing in-game schedules
• Being prepared for upcoming games by familiarizing themselves with script, insuring new reads are noted and rehearsed
• Must have reliable transportation
• Compensation based on experience

Application Deadline: October 31^st 2014

Interested applicants* are asked to apply via email directly to Terri Giberson, Director of Business Operations, at [email protected] which will include:

-A resume and cover letter detailing interest in the above mentioned position

-Two (2) recent photographs

-A demo reel link by video and/or clips via YouTube etc. of previous work and/or auditions

*Only those applicants selected for an interview & audition will be contacted.