Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) one of the world's premier sports and entertainment companies, owns the Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL), Toronto Raptors (NBA), Toronto FC (MLS), Toronto Argonauts (CFL), Toronto Marlies (AHL), Raptors 905 (NBA D-League), TFC II (USL) and Raptors Uprising Gaming Club, the Toronto Raptors Esports franchise in the NBA 2K League. Its charitable arm, MLSE Foundation, focuses on funding initiatives to support youth through sport and recreational programs. In 2017 MLSE Foundation, with support of community and corporate partners, built MLSE LaunchPad, a 42,000-sq. ft. space dedicated to programming that support its four Pillars: Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Ready For School and Ready For Work.

MLSE also owns and operates Scotiabank Arena, Canada’s premier sports & entertainment venue hosting more than 200 events each year, as well as two digital channels (Leafs Nation Network and NBA TV Canada), and has a partnership with Live Nation (the biggest concert promoter in the world). MLSE has also invested in and operates five of Toronto's sports facilities – Coca-Cola Coliseum, BMO Field, BMO Training Grounds at Downsview Park, home of Toronto FC's Academy and the First Team's practice facility, the Toronto Raptors’ training facility and the MasterCard Centre for Hockey Excellence, the practice facility for the Maple Leafs and Marlies.

MLSE’s common purpose is to unite and empower employees to deliver extraordinary moments to our fans and each other.

As a valuable member of the MLSE Corporate Communications team, you will assist with media and public relations for all Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment’s brands (Toronto Maple Leafs, Toronto Raptors, Toronto FC, Toronto Argonauts, MLSE LIVE, MLSE Foundation, and MLSE LaunchPad) and business units (Food & Beverage, Retail and esports), while working internally with all departments on various events and campaigns.

• Complete daily media monitoring for the Communications team and distribute company-wide e-mail daily.
• Provide support at PR events and press conferences for all MLSE brands, when needed.
• Work on communications initiatives for Leafs, Raptors, Toronto FC, Toronto Argonauts, Raptors 905 and Marlies.
• Provide event and PR support at community events including clinics, school assemblies, hospital visits and more.
• Assist in crafting press releases, media advisories and media alerts.
• Create coverage reports documenting communications performance, coverage and social media content.
• Use professional vocabulary, terminology, and communication tactics.
• Adhere to all MLSE service standards and policies.
• Work in compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Health & Safety Act.
• Perform other administrative or service functions as required.

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution with a focus in a public relations, communications, media, journalism or related field
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and proficient at learning new software and technology
• Understanding of social media and web communication
• Experience with Adobe Photoshop / Illustrator, WordPress, SharePoint, web design, video editing or related creative software considered an asset
• Sound understanding of the sports industry and the Canadian sports landscape is an asset
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong editing and proofreading abilities
• Solid time management and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines

Apply by: February 24, 2020.

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

Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership 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 [email protected]. Please note this email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.