Trivia Night Game Host/Hostess

Join the Tipsy Trivia Team as a Trivia Event Host!

At Tipsy Trivia, we're all about creating memorable moments, fostering laughter, and igniting friendly competition through interactive and engaging trivia events. We combine trivia with music and movies, creating a unique, relaxed environment filled with fun. We're excited to announce that due to our rapid expansion and the addition of many new locations, we're looking for charismatic, outgoing individuals with a love for trivia, music, and movies to join our team as Trivia Event Hosts. If you have previous hosting, improv, or performance experience, this is your chance to channel your inner entertainer, earn extra income, and bring the magic of our trivia nights to life, all while creating unforgettable experiences for our audience.

Responsibilities:

• Greet and interact with trivia participants, bar patrons, and venue staff in a friendly and professional manner.
• Deliver pre-curated trivia, music bingo, and name-that-tune content, maintaining an engaging and lively environment.
• Manage the flow of the event, including marking answer sheets, explaining rules, and managing time.
• Promote upcoming events and restaurant/bar specials.
• Use our software for participant check-ins and event management.
• Complete minor administrative tasks during and after the event.
• Communicate effectively with your team lead before, during, and after the event (smartphone required).
• Promote Tipsy Trivia events on social media to increase visibility and audience engagement.
• Troubleshoot minor technical issues with PCs, microphones, and smart TVs.
• Arrive at the venue ahead of the scheduled event start time (reliable transportation and excellent time management skills are a must).

Basic Qualifications:

• Excellent public speaking and communication skills.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Passion for trivia, music, and movies.
• Organized, dependable, and punctual.
• Sales and marketing experience, or willingness to learn.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous hosting, improv, or performance experience.
• Prior experience in roles requiring audience engagement (such as an online live event host, radio host, emcee, tour guide, stand-up comedian, etc.).
• Comfort with using technology and the ability to troubleshoot minor technical issues.

Tipsy Trivia's Leadership Principles:

• Continuous improvement
• Customer-focused
• Trust by default
• Growth mindset
• Practice kindness and acts of service

Tipsy Trivia's Company Culture:

At Tipsy Trivia, we champion a lively, inclusive, and high-trust culture that values continuous improvement and celebrates the unique contributions of our diverse team members. We're seeking charismatic, outgoing individuals who love trivia, music, and movies to join our dynamic team as Trivia Event Hosts. In this role, you'll find opportunities for growth and development, with potential to take on increased responsibilities or move into new roles within the organization. Our schedule is flexible, with work primarily taking place during evenings and weekends, and we're dedicated to maintaining a safe work environment. As part of our team, you'll work with passionate, dedicated individuals committed to creating memorable, engaging trivia events.

Tipsy Trivia's Responsibility to Their Hosts:

• Provide a fun, professional, and safe work environment.
• Commitment to equal opportunity and inclusion.
• Operate with transparency.
• Foster intellectual and personal enrichment.
• Encourage community involvement.
• Maintain clear management practices and procedures.
• Provide constructive feedback and celebrate your contributions.
• Offer comprehensive training and a generous grace period for acclimatization.

Our team operates remotely, communicating largely asynchronously. We are a high-trust work culture that values respect and cooperation. While we appreciate a swift onboarding process, we're patient and supportive as you learn the ropes. If you're ready to be part of a vibrant, knowledge-driven environment, please submit your resume along with a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant experience. We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Types: Part-time, Casual, Freelance

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 3 – 10 per week

Additional pay:

• Bonus pay
• Commission pay

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Discounted or free food
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• On call

Application question(s):

• Some of our events take place in bar settings where alcohol is served. Are you legally eligible to work in such environments according to the laws in your province?

Experience:

• Customer service: 2 years (preferred)
• Public speaking: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-11-15
Expected start date: 2024-11-13