Back-Up In-Game Host

Job Summary 

The Ottawa Senators are looking for a back-up In-Game Host to join the Game Presentation team.

This is a casual, part-time position responsible for bringing energy and excitement to Ottawa Senators home games by engaging fans and serving as an on-camera host and emcee for in-game promotions, contests, and activations, as required.

The ideal candidate is a confident, charismatic and highly energetic performer who thrives in a live environment. They are comfortable thinking on their feet, connecting with audiences of all ages, taking direction, and creating memorable experiences for Ottawa Senators fans.

Job Responsibilities

• Attend select Ottawa Senators home games, which are held on evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Executing in-game promotions, giveaways, and contests with fans.
• Deliver messaging live on camera and executing live on-camera interviews.
• Maintaining an energetic attitude and hyping up the crowd.
• Appear in promotional/marketing pieces as needed.

Job Requirements 

• 1-3+ years of hosting on-camera live events, large-scale productions, or radio host/emcee experience required.
• Bilingual in English and French, with the ability to confidently communicate and perform live in both languages, is preferred.

• Ability to:
  • Entertain and engage large audiences in both scripted and unscripted environments.
  • Connect with fans and assist with explanation, planning and execution of promotions
  • Deliver clear, energetic, and expressive messaging on a microphone and on camera.
  • Perform confidently in front of large audiences and adapt to a live, dynamic environment.
  • Work collaboratively with the Game Presentation team in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
  • Attend pre-game staff meetings, typically 2–2.5 hours prior to opening faceoff, as well as rehearsals when required.
  • Host additional Ottawa Senators events and appearances, as required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  
• Flexible hours and available to work select home games including preseason and postseason if applicable.
• Strong knowledge and enthusiasm for hockey, including NHL teams, players, terminology, and basic rules and game flow.

Application Requirements

• Candidate must be 19 years of age or older to apply.
• Applicants are required to submit a demo reel showcasing previous live event hosting, on-camera, emcee, or broadcast experience. The demo reel should highlight the candidate’s ability to engage an audience, deliver scripted and unscripted content, demonstrate strong on-camera presence, and perform confidently in a live environment.
  • Please include a file or a link in the application form. 
  • Applicants may also include links to relevant examples of previous hosting or performance work.
• Shortlisted candidates may be asked to participate in an audition or on-camera screen as part of the recruitment process.

Who We Are

Canadian Tire Centre is a premier sports and entertainment venue located in Ottawa, Ontario. As the home of the NHL’s Ottawa Senators, we host world-class hockey games, major concerts, family shows, and special events year-round. With a seating capacity of over 18,000, state-of-the-art facilities, and a commitment to delivering unforgettable live experiences, Canadian Tire Centre is a gathering place where fans, artists, athletes, and the community come together to celebrate sport and entertainment.

What We Offer

Employees will have the opportunity to work in a unique industry, with access to make memorable fan experiences, and free on-site parking - along with the chance to contribute to an organization that takes pride in its people, its performance, and its community.

Compensation: $250.00 per game.

We would like to thank all applicants for applying; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications received will be maintained on file for a period of 6 months and may be referenced for future staffing requirements.

Senators Sports & Entertainment supports the goals of Ontario Regulation 191/11 - Integrated Accessibility Standards and is pleased to accommodate applicants who have a disability during the recruitment process. Please inform the Human Resources Department at 613-599-0250 if you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process.

SSE is committed to building an inclusive process that respects the dignity and independence of people with disabilities.

SSE confirms that it does not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated decision-making tools in its recruitment or hiring processes. All candidate screening, evaluation, and selection decisions are conducted by human recruiters or hiring managers using predefined, job-related criteria, ensuring a fair, transparent, and human-led hiring process in compliance with applicable employment and privacy laws.

To all recruitment agencies: SSE does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Any resumes submitted without a prior agreement or request from our hiring team will not be considered. SSE is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.