The Bridgeport Islanders are in search of a Gameday Retail Assistant to join the Game Presentation Department and enhance the gameday atmosphere and sell Bridgeport Islanders merchandise. You will have the opportunity to work up close and personal to the action of AHL hockey.
How To Make The Team
Gameday staff must be always “on”. Retail assistants should be dedicated to help with set up and any additional needs during the game. Retail assistant's main role will be to manage the merchandise store and talk to customers. The person should be able to communicate well and make fans excited about purchasing items. This role reports directly to the Game Presentation Manager.
Show Us You Can
Extremely Detail Oriented
Strong Ability to Receive Direction in a fast-paced environment
Familiarity with sales preferred
Ability to work irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Excellent Interpersonal Skills - Must work well with others at all levels of organization
Excellent Communication Skills
What Skills You’ll Use
Accountability: Take complete ownership of your work
Creativity: Contribute to the team with new ideas and concepts
Leadership: Take initiative and display desire to learn
Adaptability: Quickly pivot tasks without sacrificing quality
Teamwork: Showcase a team-first mentality
Enthusiasm: Bring high level of energy and passion each day
Your Equipment
Experience working at live sporting events preferred, but not required
Clear communication skills, both written and verbal
Flexibility with your schedule and available to work most, if not all, Bridgeport Islanders home regular season games
Passionate and invested in your work
Professionalism regarding deadlines and punctuality
A motivated self-starter with a “no-task-too-small attitude”
Where You’ll Go
Preseason: 2 rehearsals during September and October prior to the season.
During the season: Bridgeport Islanders arena on Gamedays.
What’s In It For You
Be a part of a growing Team in the local area
Huge experience for future careers in the sport or entertainment industry
A fun and exciting atmosphere
An enjoyable work area with supportive co-workers
Report to: Manager of Game Presentation
The Fine Print
The Bridgeport Islanders are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Sales and Business Development
Industries
Spectator Sports
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