Ilitch Companies · 3 hours ago
Fan Experience Seasonal Assistant
Detroit, MI
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelIlitch Companies, through the Detroit Tigers, is seeking a Fan Experience Seasonal Assistant to enhance the gameday experience for fans. This role involves planning, coordinating, and executing special events and theme nights at Comerica Park, as well as assisting with on-field presentations and in-game features.
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Responsibilities
Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of various marquee special events and theme nights for Detroit Tigers home games, such as Opening Day, Strike Out Cancer Weekend, Black in Baseball, Star Wars, Bark in the Park, Friday Night Party in the Park, Fiesta Tigres, Fan Appreciation, etc
Book and coordinate entertainment groups and vendors to execute activations and theme nights
Assist with the execution of all on-field presentations, including first pitches, ceremonies, in-game features, and other fan-facing activations
Conduct research on event trends within MLB and other professional sports and implement innovative ideas to enhance special events
Seasonal Assistant will be responsible for at least one of the following programs: Administration of the PAWS off-site and in-game appearance program, including scheduling, marketing, sales, database input, talent management, fulfillment, and analysis
Assist with management of game day entertainment team (Rally Cats), including scheduling, communication, outside events, uniforms, etc
Oversee the coordination of the Chevy Military Salute program including scheduling, game day logistics, and inventory management
Assist with the planning and execution of Chevy Sunday Kids Days
Manage the booking and coordination of National Anthems, Honor Guards, Ceremonial First Pitches, Game Ball Delivery, and other in-game elements
Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
Earned or in-progress bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as Sports Management, Marketing, or Business Administration
Excellent customer service skills and ability to positively engage fans, sponsors, and key stakeholders
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and make quick decisions
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Ability to think creatively and turn ideas into actionable items
Qualified candidates must be available for the entire duration of the Tigers baseball season
Applicants must be able to work all home games as well as extended hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
Preferred
Prior experience in sports or live entertainment
Company
Ilitch Companies
The Ilitch Companies' family of businesses represent leading brands in the food, sports and entertainment industries, including Little Caesars, Blue Line Distribution, the Detroit Red Wings, Olympia Entertainment, the Detroit Tigers, Olympia Development, Little Caesars Pizza Kit Fundraising Program, Champion Foods, MotorCity Casino Hotel, Ocean Casino Resort, and Tenda.
Founded in 1999
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Scott Fisher
Chief Financial Officer
Patrick Rubens
Compensation Business Partner
Recent News
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2024-05-21
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