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# Events Specialist at Penn Interactive

- **Company:** Penn Interactive
- **Location:** Toronto, Canada
- **Compensation:** $48k–$65k
- **Posted:** 2026-08-10
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-07
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/penninteractive/jobs/6135545004

## Job description

[PENN Entertainment, Inc.](https://www.pennentertainment.com/) is North America’s leading provider of integrated entertainment, sports content, and casino gaming experiences. From casinos and racetracks to online gaming, sports betting and entertainment content, we deliver the experiences people want, how and where they want them.

We’re always on the lookout for those who are passionate about creating and delivering cutting-edge online gaming and sports media products. Whether it’s through [Hollywood Casino](https://about.hollywoodcasino.com/), [theScore Bet Sportsbook](https://thescore.bet/), or [theScore](https://www.thescore.com/) media app, we’re excited to push the boundaries of what’s possible. These state-of-the-art platforms are powered by proprietary in-house technology, a key component of PENN’s omnichannel gaming and entertainment strategy.

When you join PENN Entertainment’s digital team, you’ll not only work on these cutting-edge platforms through theScore and PENN Interactive, but you’ll also be part of a company that truly cares about your career growth. We’re committed to supporting you as you expand your skills and explore new opportunities.

With locations throughout North America, you can build a future at PENN Entertainment wherever you are. If you want to challenge conventions in gaming, media and entertainment, we want to talk to you.

## About the Team

Penn Interactive is looking for a passionate Events Specialist to join our Marketing team! The Events Specialist will assist the Events Manager in planning and executing best-in-class events and player engagement experiences that align with our broader business goals, with a focus on increasing customer lifetime value through meaningful engagement, exceptional player experiences, word-of-mouth advocacy, and industry-leading retention, while also supporting opportunities to drive new user acquisition.

The Events Specialist will support the planning and day-to-day execution of PENN Interactive events, including event logistics, guest list management, ticket distribution, food & beverage planning, travel and accommodations, and coordination with internal teams, vendors, and external partners. The role will also provide hands-on, boots-on-the-ground support at events to ensure seamless execution and an elevated player experience. Additionally, this role will oversee merchandise inventory and provide administrative support to ensure events are thoughtfully planned, organized, and executed to a high standard.

The Events Specialist is highly organized, detail-oriented, and process-driven, with strong interpersonal and analytical skills and a passion for creating memorable experiences for our top players. Success in this role requires the ability to manage multiple priorities, anticipate event needs, and help deliver seamless, elevated experiences that strengthen player relationships, drive retention, and support broader business growth.

## About the Work

- Assist the Events Manager with the planning, coordination, and execution of PENN Interactive events and player experiences, ensuring events are organized, on brand, and aligned with business objectives.
- Maintain event databases, budgets, calendars, reports, booking records, and other event-related documentation.
- Assist with event logistics, including ticket distribution, guest lists, seating charts, food & beverage selections and quantities, travel and accommodations, vendor coordination, and other event needs.
- Provide hands-on, boots-on-the-ground support at events, including setup, staffing, guest experience, troubleshooting, vendor support, and breakdown.
- Assist with the shipment, delivery, tracking, and inventory of event supplies, merchandise, swag, and branded materials, including sourcing promotional items as needed.
- Assist with maintaining relationships with internal teams, property stakeholders, vendors, venues, and other external partners throughout the planning and execution process.
- Collaborate with Compliance and other internal teams to ensure event and vendor requirements are met.
- Provide ad hoc support for activations and experiential marketing programs, including planning and on-site execution as needed.
- Assist with researching event opportunities and gathering information to support planning and recommendations from the Events Manager.
- Assist with event reporting, spend tracking, ROI analysis, and post-event recaps to help identify opportunities for improvement.
- Manage multiple events and projects while adapting to changing priorities, deadlines, and business needs.
- Travel approximately 50% of the time, including on-site support for events.
- Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Travel & Location Requirements

- This position is expected to travel 50% of the time. This includes nights, weekends and holidays at times.
- This person must be located within 100 Miles (161 Kilometers) of an office site either Cherry Hill, NJ, Philadelphia, PA or Toronto, ON

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and peripheral vision.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and must have the ability to push, pull, reach, bend, twist, stoop, stack, crouch, kneel and balance when performing job duties in varying work areas such as confined spaces.

## About You

- Bachelor’s degree (B.S./B.A.) in hospitality, tourism, marketing, PR, business administration, or related field
- This position is expected to travel up to 50% of the time, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by event schedules.
- 3-5 years of experience managing and attending events, activations, sponsorships, or experiential marketing programs.
- Budget management experience a must
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- High energy and an Entrepreneurial spirit
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal and administrative skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficient computer skills, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel)
- Excellent analytical and time-management skills
- Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with people of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds
- MUST HAVE: Passion for sports, casino and/or sports & casino betting.

## What We Offer

- Competitive compensation package
- Fun, relaxed work environment
- Education and conference reimbursements.
- Opportunities for career progression and mentoring others

## #LI-HYBRID

Salary Range $48,000—$65,000 CAD

Penn Interactive is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Penn Interactive provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Penn Interactive provides best-in-class benefits to eligible employees. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life.

## About Penn Interactive

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Penn Interactive is the digital arm of PENN Entertainment, creating real-money gaming and free-to-play apps for sports betting and online casino experiences.
- **Entity Type**: Public (Parent: PENN Entertainment, NASDAQ: PENN)
- **Headquarters**: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
- **Founded**: 2015
- **Founders**: Not publicly available (operates as a division of PENN Entertainment)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Online Gaming, Sports Betting, iCasino, Gambling Facilities and Casinos
- **Target customers**: B2C (consumers in regulated markets for real-money gaming and free-to-play apps)
- **Mission or purpose statement**: "To help people find their fun" by creating innovative, omni-channel entertainment experiences.

## Products & Services
- **theScore BET**: A real-money sports betting app available in the U.S., offering easy wagering on a wide range of sports.
- **Casino (theScore)**: An online casino app in Canada featuring over 200 games, including slots, table games, and live dealer options.
- **PENN Play**: The nation’s premier casino loyalty program, allowing members to earn and redeem rewards across over 35 physical destinations and online.
- **Free-to-Play & Social Gaming Apps**: Social and free-to-play gaming experiences for the online gaming community.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed for Penn Interactive specifically. Parent company PENN Entertainment has a market cap of approximately $2.5 billion (as of mid-2025).
- **Key Metric**: Parent company PENN Entertainment employs over 23,000 people. Penn Interactive itself employs 231 people (as of mid-2025).
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Parent company PENN Entertainment is publicly traded (NASDAQ: PENN). Key partners include theScore (acquired in 2021), and the company has acquired HitPoint Studios and Luckypoint.
- **Growth Signals**: Penn Interactive is the digital arm of a major omni-channel operator. The company is actively hiring for roles in engineering, trading, marketing, and player development, indicating continued investment in its digital platforms. However, headcount has decreased by 23.3% year-over-year.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Omni-Channel Integration**: Deep integration with PENN Entertainment's 42+ physical gaming destinations and the PENN Play loyalty program, creating a seamless experience between online and retail.
- **Strong Brand Portfolio**: Operates theScore BET and Casino brands, which have strong recognition in Canada and growing presence in the U.S.
- **Established Parent Company**: Backed by PENN Entertainment, a major, established player in the North American gaming industry with significant resources and a large physical footprint.

## Strategic Focus
- **Digital Growth**: Continuing to expand its real-money gaming and sports betting apps in the U.S. and Canada.
- **Product Innovation**: Enhancing the user experience for its apps, including theScore BET and Casino, with a focus on easy wagering and a wide game selection.
- **Omni-Channel Integration**: Deepening the connection between its digital products and PENN Entertainment's physical casinos and racetracks through the PENN Play loyalty program.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Described as a diverse, fun, and engaging work environment. The company emphasizes a "can-do attitude," collaboration, and a commitment to doing right by people and communities.
- **Remote/Hybrid Policy**: Many roles are listed as "Remote" (United States or Canada), suggesting a flexible, remote-first culture for many positions. Some roles are location-specific (e.g., Cherry Hill, NJ; Philadelphia, PA).
- **Diversity & Inclusion**: PENN Entertainment has been recognized as a "Champion of Board Diversity" and one of "America's Best Employers for Diversity" by Forbes. They have a PENN Diversity Council and scholarship programs.
- **Wellness & Benefits**: The company invests in team member wellbeing with personalized resources, promoting rest, relaxation, medical care, and personal pursuits.
- **Career Development**: Offers programs like Leadership Excellence at PENN (LEAP) and PENN Women to help team members explore their full potential.
- **Military Support**: Strong commitment to supporting service members, veterans, and their families through partnerships with Skillbridge, Hiring Our Heroes, and the Military Spouse Employment Partnership.

## Sources
1. [Penn Interactive Greenhouse Jobs](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/penninteractive)
2. [PENN Entertainment Corporate Site](https://www.pennentertainment.com/corp/our-company)
3. [PENN Interactive LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/penn-interactive-pi)
4. [PENN Entertainment Careers](https://www.pennentertainment.com/corp/careers)

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