Creative Studio and Accounts Production Intern

Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment; Toronto; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) is seeking a motivated Creative Studio Intern to support the creation of world-class content across web, social, in-arena, and broadcast channels. You’ll assist in storyboarding, toolkit delivery, and coordinating production timelines.

You will work with designers, producers, and editors, gaining hands-on experience from concept through delivery, with opportunities to attend shoots and learn campaign workflows in a fast-paced sports entertainment

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program with focus on Media, Marketing, or related discipline.
• Ability to work independently and with a team, with strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and meet multiple deadlines.
• Team-first, positive, people-oriented, energetic attitude.
• Knowledge of creative studio, account, and project management workflows.
• Adobe Creative Suite is an asset.
• Microsoft Excel is an asset, especially for event-based work.
• Familiarity with sports is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and resource tracking of project briefs in Airtable project management system.
• Complete tasks for the creative studio and account managers to keep projects on track.
• Assist in email communications to internal studio group to establish plans and deadlines.
• Manage email communications within MLSE departments and external vendors as needed.
• Attend production shoots to gain hands-on training and experience.
• Assist with coordinating physical production as needed.
• Shadow Designers and Art Directors through campaign concepts to deliver.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Team player

Education

Post-secondary education in Media/Marketing

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Powered by Passion. United by Purpose. Build for Impact.At Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership (MLSE), we exist to deliver the ultimate fan experience by lifting trophies, spirits, and communities – united as one.We're more than a workplace. We are a team of passionate people, boldly building the future of sport and entertainment, together. We believe in the power of play, the strength of collaboration, and the energy that comes from showing up with purpose.From the ice to the pitch, the hardwood to the digital arena, we’re proud to be the driving force behind the Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL), the Toronto Raptors (NBA), Toronto FC (MLS), Toronto Argonauts (CFL) and development teams with the Toronto Marlies (AHL), 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.We bring these teams – and world-class entertainment – to life at our iconic venues, including Scotiabank Arena, BMO Field, Coca-Cola Coliseum, Ford Performance Centre, BMO Training Ground, and OVO Athletic Centre. Off the field, we serve up elevated dining at e11even, Real Sports, and our signature club spaces like Hot Stove Club, ScotiaClub, and Platinum Club.Through MLSE Foundation and MLSE LaunchPad, we use the power of sport to help youth facing barriers reach their full potential. Since 2009, we’ve invested more than $45 million into Ontario communities - and we’re just getting started.This is what it means to be One MLSE: a culture where everyone plays a role, everyone belongs, and everyone contributes to something bigger than themselves.So, if you're ready to play with purpose, grow with passion, and win as one, we’d love to have you on our team.** We know that great candidates come from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Even if you do not meet every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply. Your unique perspective, transferable skills, and lived experience may be exactly what we’re looking for. **Job DescriptionAs part of the MLSE creative services team, your primary responsibility will be to contribute to the creation of world-class content, including static/animated/video development for web, social, out-of-home, in-app, print, online, and broadcast content, along with in-arena promotional programs. This can be seen inside and outside of our world-class venues and content platforms.You will have the unique opportunity to experience first-hand the processes/workflows from storyboarding to toolkit delivery.ResponsibilitiesAssist in the creation and resource tracking of project briefs in the Airtable project management system.Complete tasks and responsibilities for the creative studio and account managers as assigned to keep projects on track.Assist in email communication to the full internal studio group, including designers, producers, and editors, to establish plans, including deadlines for content approvals and workback schedules.Manage email communications within MLSE departments and external vendors when necessary.Attend production shoots to gain hands-on training and experience.Assist with the coordination of physical production as the need arises.Shadow Designers and Art Directors through campaign concepts to deliver.QualificationsCurrently enrolled in a post-secondary institution with a focus on Media, Marketing, or a related discipline.Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a high degree of attention to detail.Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.Ability to multitask and meet multiple deadlines. Team first, positive, people-oriented, and energetic attitude.Knowledge and interest in creative studio, account, and project management workflows.Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite is an asset.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is an asset with flexibility for event-based work.Familiarity with sports is an asset.Job Posting Compensation Range/Rate:$38,760We’re glad you’re here. Once you apply, we’ll follow up by email, and you can track everything in your Candidate Portal. Want instant updates? Opt-in for SMS notifications to stay in the loop.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 [e-mail]. This email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.