Events Specialist

theScore; Toronto; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment and sports media company in Toronto is seeking an Events Specialist to ensure events align with business objectives. This role involves coordinating logistics, managing budgets, and supporting the Events Team. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree, 3+ years in events, and strong organizational skills. Join us in delivering exceptional experiences and enhancing customer engagement.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in events or a similar role.
• 1+ year of budget management experience for mid to large-sized events.
• Must qualify for licenses and permits as required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support the Events Director with events.
• Organize and analyze internal records for strategic decisions.
• Manage event logistics including ticket distribution and travel arrangements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Time-management skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, PR, business administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

is North America’s leading provider of integrated entertainment, sports content, and casino gaming experiences. From casinos and racetracks to online gaming, sports betting and entertainment content, we deliver the experiences people want, how and where they want them.

We’re always on the lookout for those who are passionate about creating and delivering cutting-edge online gaming and sports media products. Whether it’s through Hollywood Casino, theScore, or media app, we’re excited to push the boundaries of what’s possible. These state-of-the-art platforms are powered by proprietary in-house technology, a key component of PENN’s omnichannel gaming and entertainment strategy.

When you join PENN Entertainment’s digital team, you’ll not only work on these cutting-edge platforms through theScore and PENN Interactive, but you’ll also be part of a company that truly cares about your career growth. We’re committed to supporting you as you expand your skills and explore new opportunities.

With locations throughout North America, you can build a future at PENN Entertainment wherever you are. If you want to challenge conventions in gaming, media and entertainment, we want to talk to you.

About the work

We are looking for a passionate Events Specialist to join our events team! You will assist our Events Team in ensuring all events and player engagement activity objectives are aligned with our business goals and objectives: increase customer lifetime value (revenue, time, and profitability) through increased engagement, exceptional player word-of-mouth & virality for smarter acquisition, and industry-leading levels of retention. You will be tasked with day-to-day event administrative responsibilities and merchandise inventory management. This role will also be responsible for coordinating and managing event logistics, such as ticket distribution, guest lists, seating charts, food & beverage options, and travel & accommodations for internal and external stakeholders. To be successful, this person will need to be process-driven, detail-oriented, and highly organized with strong interpersonal and analytical skills.

About the role

• Coordinate and support the Events Director with Penn Interactive’s events and experiences, ensuring events are set up to brand standards.
• Organize and analyze internal records to assist the events team in making strategic decisions for all Penn Interactive branded events.
• Develop and manage administrative processes to track event information and logistics.
• Maintain and manage event databases, budget templates, materials & supplies, reports, calendars, and the marketing department’s central library of event marketing collateral.
• Assist with event logistics including but not limited to: coordinating ticket distribution, event-related travel & accommodations (for internal and external stakeholders), creating seating charts, and selecting menu & beverage options.
• Assist with delivery of supplies & swag, sourcing items for promotional event giveaways.
• Source and manage event opportunities, making recommendations based on meetings and reports to the Event Director.
• Assist with managing relationships with corporate and brick-and-mortar stakeholders during event planning stages.
• Maintain records of all bookings, including venues, catering, entertainment, and payments.
• Collaborate with Compliance to ensure vendor compliance approval in line with regulatory requirements.
• Calculate spend/ROI analysis for each event and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Conduct post-event reviews to identify areas for improvement.
• This position is expected to travel approximately 50% of the time.
• Other duties as assigned.

About you

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, PR, business administration, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in events or a similar role.
• At least 1 year of budget management experience for mid to large-sized events.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced, iterative environment.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and administrative skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel).
• Strong analytical and time-management skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse backgrounds.
• Must qualify for licenses and permits required by federal, state, and local regulations (Jersey, Illinois, Pennsylvania).
• Must have a passion for sports, casino, and/or sports & casino betting.
• Position requires licensing in applicable states where PENN operates, which is subject to change.
• Must be at least 21 years old.

LI-REMOTE

Candidates residing in Ontario requiring special accommodation can email us.