Matchday & Events Assistant (Part-Time)

• →Provide operational support for Sounders FC, Reign FC, and Defiance matchdays, ensuring smooth execution of club and partner initiatives while delivering exceptional fan experiences.
• →Matchday Experience
  • →Engage with fans at matchday activations by providing clear instructions and encouraging participation, while creating memorable experiences for fans of all ages.
  • →Monitor lines, flow, and engagement levels to maximize fan satisfaction.
  • →Support execution of sponsor and partner activations, ensuring all deliverables and brand guidelines are met.
  • →Serve as a matchday liaison for on-site partners, VIP Groups and internal departments (RAVE Foundation, Impact, Fan Development, Premium Sales, Group Sales, etc.).
  • →Capture feedback and report any issues or needs to the Fan Engagement team.
  • →Assist with setup, manage execution, and assist with breakdown of all designated Fan Engagement activations.

• →Operations
  • →Oversee the setup, placement, and removal of all matchday signage, including directional signs, sponsor branding, concourse signage, and promotional displays.
  • →Conduct pre-event walkthroughs to confirm proper accurate and safe setup.
  • →Help manage the distribution and setup of matchday giveaways and premium items.
  • →Assist in executing on-field experiences, including ceremonies, competitions, halftime activities, and group experiences.
  • →Maintain communication with operations teams to ensure timing and safety protocols are followed.
  • →Support the distribution and tracking of matchday credentials for staff, vendors, media, and VIPs.
  • →Support post-event teardown and reset for the next matchday while maintaining organization of storage areas and ensuring all items remain matchday ready.

• Assist with non-matchday club events across departments, such as Marketing, RAVE Foundation, Ticketing, Fan Development, Corporate Partnerships and People & Culture.
• Responsibilities may include:
  • Event setup and teardown to ensure a seamless experience.
  • Supporting fan activations and interactive activities during events.
  • Welcoming and engaging fans, creating a positive and inclusive atmosphere.
  • Being a knowledgeable resource, ready to represent the clubs and answer fan questions.
• Representing Sounders and Reign brands at Non-matchday events including but not limited to street team events, training viewings, RAVE events, events at the Providence Swedish Performance Cetner and Club and more.
• Street team
  • Serve as a brand ambassador at various events around the Seattle Community promoting the Sounders and Reign brands, upcoming matches and campaigns.
• Assistance with storage cleanups and basic event maintenance

• Must reside in Washington at time of hire. 
• Must have reliable means of transportation.  
• Must be able to occasionally lift 20+ pounds and be comfortable standing on feet for multiple hours at a time. 

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every employee is respected, valued and supported. We celebrate our diverse work environment and welcome team members of all backgrounds and perspectives. To that end, if you do not meet every job requirement listed, we still encourage you to apply. We believe your relevant experience and expertise will help us become a high-performing best-in-class workplace for all. Women, gender-nonbinary, people of color, LGBTQIA+ people and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The physical demands reflected in the duties and work environment herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. If you’d like to request an accommodation in the application or interview process, please do so by emailing the People & Culture Team.

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