Athlete Experience Specialist (Toronto)

Type: Independent Contractor
Location: Toronto, ON
Pay Rate: $20.00 CAD / Hour
Reports To: League Manager

Company Overview

50,000 athletes. 20+ locations. Millions of views.

Brodie League is more than a basketball league, it’s a community. As one of North America’s fastest-growing sports brands, Brodie League is redefining adult recreational basketball by delivering an elevated, professional-quality experience rooted in culture, competition, and community. Our mission is to make every league night the best night of the week for our athletes.

Role Overview

Athlete Experience Specialists (AES) are the first and last impression of Brodie Rec. League's game night experience. Your role is to create a welcoming, high-energy atmosphere for athletes, fans, and staff while representing the Brodie brand with professionalism and pride. The goal is to make every athlete and fan feel welcome and build a strong sense of community throughout the night. Your presence, energy, and professionalism directly shape how players and fans experience Brodie - making the AES role essential to delivering an unforgettable gameday.

Core Responsibilities

Athlete & Fan Welcome

• Greet athletes, fans, and guests as they arrive - set a high-energy, welcoming tone from the moment people walk in
• Check in players efficiently and ensure smooth front-of-house flow throughout the evening
• Answer questions, direct people to the right areas, and resolve minor concerns on the spot

Atmosphere & Environment

• Support the setup and breakdown of the game night environment to Brodie's standards
• Help maintain energy levels across the gym throughout the full duration of the event
• Contribute to a consistent, premium game night atmosphere at every location

Brand Representation

• Represent Brodie League with professionalism, enthusiasm, and pride at all times
• Engage meaningfully with athletes and fans to create a genuine sense of community
• Act as an ambassador for the Brodie brand in all interactions throughout the night

Requirements

Must Have

• Outgoing, high-energy personality with a natural ability to make people feel welcome
• Strong communication skills and a professional, approachable presence
• Availability for evenings and weekends - game nights are non-negotiable
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, high-energy event environment
• Genuine passion for sports, community, and delivering exceptional experiences
• Must operate as a self-employed individual and be responsible for own tax remittances and HST obligations

Nice to Have

• Prior experience in events, hospitality, sports, or customer-facing service roles
• Familiarity with or connection to Ottawa's basketball or recreational sports community
• Experience as a player or fan in a competitive rec league setting

Independent Contractor Notice

This is an independent contractor engagement, not an employment relationship. As an independent contractor in Ontario, you will be responsible for your own income tax remittances, Canada Pension Plan (CPP) contributions, and HST registration and remittance where applicable. You will not be entitled to benefits under Ontario's Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA), including vacation pay, public holiday pay, overtime pay, or statutory notice of termination.

This engagement will be governed by a written independent contractor agreement, which will include the applicable notice period for termination of the contract. The true nature of this working relationship will be assessed based on the actual circumstances of the engagement. Prospective contractors are encouraged to seek independent legal or financial advice prior to entering into this arrangement.