Intern, Experience

Job Description

ABOUT WASSERMAN:

Wasserman connects head and heart to meaningfully grow brands, businesses, and careers.

We are a partner to the world’s most iconic brands, properties and talent in ventures across sports, entertainment and culture. With expertise in strategic consulting, creative development, experience marketing, and talent management,

Wasserman is committed to driving value and transforming the businesses of our clients for the better.

Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Los Angeles, Wasserman has offices globally in more than 20 cities including London, New York, Toronto, Raleigh, Carlsbad, The Hague, Portland and Shanghai. Learn more at www.teamwass.com

In Canada, we’ve proudly been recognized as the Sponsorship Marketing Council of Canada’s ‘Agency of the Year’ for 2019, 2020, 2021, 2023, and 2024.

Wasserman is committed to creating a diverse and supportive work environment for all, and is proudly an equal opportunity employer.*

Position Overview

To support our rapid growth, Wasserman has built a robust internship program designed to introduce driven, hard-working students and young professionals to the sports and entertainment industry, and our company. As an Experience intern, you will support the ideation, development, and execution of experience driven programs with some of Canada’s biggest and most impactful brands within the sports landscape. Hires will be exposed to aspects of event & hospitality project planning such as implementation, vendor negotiation/management and on-site execution. Successful candidates will have an inclusive mindset with the flexibility to take on a range of responsibilities within a fast-paced environment. Critical to your success is the ability to self-motivate in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

As Wasserman supports hybrid working environments, the successful candidate will be expected to be in the office a minimum of 3 days per week, in addition to remote working.

Roles & Responsibilities

Contribute to the ideation and creative brainstorming process of our client projects

Support team with the logistics, planning and execution of events across Canada

Assist with the preparation of presentation materials for both internal and external use

Research vendor options, promotional products, and activation concepts

Support the day-to-day relationship management with our clients

Support with the development of pre and post-event reports, including key learnings, insights, analysis, implications, and recommendations

Go above and beyond to deliver best-in-class results and client service excellence

Contribute to a positive, collaborative and team focused environment that aligns with Wasserman’s company culture, principles and values (www.teamwass.com)

Travel within Canada may be required

Skills & Qualifications

An open and inclusive mindset with the flexibility to take on a range of responsibilities and challenges

A self-starter attitude with the ability to work autonomously and collaboratively as a team, while juggling multiple tasks and deliverables

Comfortability working in a fast-paced environment, delivering on tight deadlines

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal. Able to communicate with maturity and effectiveness at all levels of an organization.

Working knowledge of project management fundamentals, with laser-sharp attention to detail, time management and exceptional organizational skills

Comfortable with ambiguity and able to manage multiple priorities with deadlines

Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills

High levels of professionalism, particularly in stressful situations

Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, particularly in PowerPoint and Excel

Proficient with social media channels

Experience in experiential marketing/events is an asset

A knowledge and interest in sports and golf specifically is an asset

Valid driver’s license and passport are considered an asset

Minimum Experience Necessary

Direct experience or working knowledge of experiential marketing or event planning

Interest and passion for sports, entertainment and/or culture

Educational background is nice to have but not mandatory - Bachelor’s degree, diploma or certificate in marketing, event planning and/or business

Benefits

Access and networking opportunities with our global internship program

Participation in Wasserman’s ‘All Pro’ learning & development programs, gaining insights into all Wasserman services and products

Access and exposure to the top sports, arts, culture, music, and entertainment clients around the world

Participation in Wasserman’s CMHA mental health programming

Opportunity to work in a hybrid environment

Real-time industry experience, working alongside some of North America’s top talent, including both clients and Wasserman employees

$17.30/hour wage

Industries:Entertainment

Function: Others