LIVE 2016 EXECUTIVE TEAM HIRING
What is LIVE?
LIVE, standing for Leading Innovative Visions to Execution, is a University of Toronto Scarborough student
leadership group focused on developing future leaders of tomorrow, by placing students in real-life
business scenarios, allowing them to test their business skills and acumen.
LIVE strives to foster:
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Teamwork and cooperation, within an intense competitive environment
Strategic decision making under time pressures
The ability to apply classroom learning in a real-world business simulation
Our 2 annual flagship events are:
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LIVE Future Leaders Competition (early May 2016) – a one-day competition for secondary school
students
LIVE Competition 2016 (November 2016) – a two-day national business competition for
undergraduate students
Entering its 11th year of operation, LIVE has earned an enormous amount of success and growth
throughout its ten years of execution. The competition’s embodiment of passion, innovation, and
professionalism has played an integral role in its success.
LIVE 2016 is in pursuit of becoming the most prestigious and rewarding competition in North America, by
providing students with the most distinct delegate experience. We plan to do this by forgoing the status
quo, thinking outside the box, and delivering what we believe students want to experience the most. LIVE
2016 is guaranteed to be an out of this world experience, and we invite you to join us on this year long
journey!
Why Join LIVE?
Organizing LIVE 2016 will undoubtedly be one of the most defining moments of your university career.
This amazing experience is characterized by the opportunity to actively demonstrate your abilities, build
new skill sets, expand your network, and grow as a leader. It is a chance to unleash your passion, inspire
others, and utilize your unique qualities to plan and execute two flagship events. This is the opportunity
for you to translate your academic knowledge and past experiences into success and plan one of the most
ambitious initiatives undertaken by the University of Toronto Scarborough.
Realize your potential. Broaden your networks. Define your success. LIVE Competition 2016.
Application Instructions
Students from ALL programs within the University of Toronto Scarborough are welcome to apply for a
position on the LIVE Competition 2016 Executive Team.
APPLICATION
• Please complete the application (Found on Website)
• Include a copy of your resume in the application document as a separate page
SUBMISSION
• Please email all applications to apply@live-competition.org
DEADLINE: Wednesday February 3rd, 2016 at 11:59PM
If you have any questions, please email: apply@live-competition.org
Interview Process
Interviews will be conducted starting Friday February 5th, 2016 to Monday February 8th, 2016. Potential
candidates will be contacted the day after applications are due. Please note that a record will be kept of
all applicants for future reference.
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Interview process will be approximately 30 minutes in length
Please bring any relevant portfolios wherever applicable
Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled interview
COMPETITION MANAGER (3 Positions):
LIVE 2016’s competition curriculum is a key component in defining the delegate experience. Individuals in
this position must work intensively to innovate and develop a unique curriculum that upholds the
reputation of LIVE’s challenging and competitive rounds.
Skills Required:
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Creative and innovative thinking
Excellent qualitative and quantitative analytical skills
Strong logic and organizational skills
Ability to communicate effectively through all mediums
Works effectively both individually and in team environments
Ability to overcome adversity and remain motivated to achieve set curriculum milestones
Integrity to maintain confidentiality of all curriculum materials
Proficient with MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint
Responsibilities:
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Develop competition curriculum framework and create rounds for the competition
Research and analyze curriculum content (industry data, business concepts/material, etc.)
Perform regular competitive analysis of the curriculums of other leading undergraduate
competitions
Collaborate with the team in developing innovative & unique curriculum ideas
Coordinate with the Delegate Experience Manager in scheduling of the competition curriculum
Conduct curriculum test runs with the LIVE Executive Team and Board of Directors and compile
their insights to strengthen the curriculum created
Oversee the execution of the curriculum on the day of the competition
CORPORATE RELATIONS MANAGER (2 Positions):
Execution of LIVE 2016 relies heavily on the support from corporate partners. As a result, the Corporate
Relations Managers will be responsible for acquiring corporate partners to help expand the LIVE budget in
both monetary and nonmonetary respects. As well, the Corporate Relations Managers will have the
responsibility of maintaining relationships with all corporate partners and representatives on behalf of
the LIVE team before, throughout and after the competition.
Skills Required:
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Persistence
Resourcefulness
Strong negotiation skills
Excellent relationship building & networking skills
Excellent time management skills
Ability to communicate effectively through all mediums
Ability to overcome obstacles and remain motivated
Works effectively both individually and in team environments
Proficient with MS Word and MS Excel
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Set sponsorship goals and develop strategic outreach approaches with Corporate Relations
Team
Conduct in-depth search for potential sponsors and representatives
Work through networks within the University, colleagues, and others to develop and search
for contacts
Work in collaboration with the Publications Manager in the design and development of
sponsorship packages
Contact and negotiate sponsorship agreements with potential sponsors
Manage relationships with sponsors before, during, and after the competition
Secure all competition prizes
Create delegate bags and corporate bags
EVENTS MANAGER (1 Position):
The events and socials hosted by LIVE play an essential role in creating an interactive and fun experience
for delegates, as well as fostering the development of stronger bonds for the executive team throughout
the year. This year more than ever, the Events Manager role will focus on how to integrate Sponsors and
Reps into LIVE Competition, and work with the Delegate Experience Manager to identify ways to also loop
these important guests into the delegate experience. Hence, the Events Manager position is one that
requires creativity and innovative thinking in developing and organizing competition events and socials.
Skills Required:
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Creative and innovative thinking
Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
Strong event planning skills
Ability to confidently and effectively communicate both verbally and written
Works effectively both individually and in team environments
Interpersonal Skills
Familiar with MS Word and MS Excel
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Brainstorms to develop interactive competition socials and events such as Icebreaker Activity, the
Awards Gala/Closing Ceremony and Evening Social Event
Develops, organizes and manages all competition and internal social events
Actively manages relationships with respective external social venue contacts
Plans and executes promotional events to propel LIVE’s brand to external students – including
leading the LIVE Future Leaders Challenge outreach, planning and execution.
DELEGATE EXPERIENCE MANAGER (1 Position):
One of the key aspects as to why LIVE Competition is one of the most successful undergraduate
competitions is because of the delegate experience. The Delegate Experience Manager strives to
strengthen the overall competition experience for the delegates by ringing in respected top tier speakers
and mentors. This year more than ever, the Delegate Experience Manager will identify ways to make the
delegate experience truly innovative and unique. From the communications with the hotel customer care
representative, to the meticulous planning and creation of competition itineraries with cross-functional
teams, this individual will play an essential role in the overall logistical organization of the competition.
Skills Required:
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Innovative and a critical thinker
Strong initiative
Excellent interpersonal skills, strong negotiation and communication skills
Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
Ability to organize information into detailed schedules and itineraries
Ability to communicate effectively through all mediums
Works effectively both individually and in team environments
Proficient with MS Word and MS Excel
Excellent time management
Strong negotiation skills
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Responsible for researching and securing potential speakers and mentors that are relevant to the
curriculum context and/or theme of LIVE
Works with the Publications Manager in the design and development of the Speakers and
Mentors packages
Manages relationships with speakers and mentors before, during, and after the competition
Manages the relationship with respective hotel contacts and acts as a liaison
Responsible for all hotel logistics; specifically food, rooming and other hotel arrangements
Researches and secures venue for Corporate Connections networking evening
Collaborates effectively with respective team members in coordinating and developing
comprehensive itineraries and schedules
Oversees overall logistical scheduling of the competition
Manages competition team contact list and schedules
MARKETING MANAGER (2 Positions):
The success of the LIVE brand is heavily reliant on the designs of all marketing and communications
collateral developed by the Marketing Manager. It is critical that the Marketing Managers are able to
translate the core values of LIVE into innovative designs that distinguish the LIVE brand through
marketing collateral and the form of motion picture.
*A portfolio of creative works done would be appreciated but is not mandatory
Skills Required:
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Creative and innovative thinking
Excellent time management skills
Ability to understand audience and communicate messages through creative marketing
Works effectively under stress and time sensitive deadlines
Works effectively both individually and in team environments
Experience with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, In-Design and other graphic design programs
Experience with Windows Movie Maker, CyberLink, and/or other video editing software is an
asset
Proficient with MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint
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Work closely with various team members to develop various marketing packages
Design and finalizes all written and printed material for the competition including but not limited
to promotional material, competition binders, sponsor, speaker and external delegate packages
Coordinate and organize overall promotional efforts through video channels for the competition
Establishe and manages relationships with all relevant publishers and printers
Create and designs all competition relevant print collateral
Provide support for all marketing initiatives wherever necessary
Ensure consistency of branding across all LIVE related documents and all external marking
collateral
Help develop marketing strategy for the upcoming year
EXTERNAL RELATIONS MANAGER (1 position):
Attracting external delegates from representative universities across Canada is an important aspect of
creating national exposure for LIVE. The External Relations Manager has the critical role of developing
and executing a marketing program that will raise awareness of LIVE by attracting top students from
external universities.
Skills required:
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Creative and innovative thinking
Charismatic
Exceptional networking skills
Excellent qualitative and quantitative analytical skills
Excellent interpersonal and public relations skills
Persistence
Ability to communicate effectively through all mediums
Works effectively both individually and in team environments
Familiar with MS Word and MS Excel
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Develop and manages the external Campus Brand Manager Program
Assist in the development of the overall LIVE Competition 2016 marketing strategy and brand
Establish contacts with student societies at universities across North America
Update and further develops external information databases
Establish the external promotional strategy and marketing approaches
Work with the Publications Manager to design external promotional materials
Communicate all external promotional material to contacts at respective universities
Manage all external recruitment activities including management of delegate fees, travel
arrangements, etc.
Maintain relationship with external delegates before, during, and after the competition
Administer delegate feedback surveys
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS MANAGER (1 position):
The Information Technology Solutions Manager is a role that requires an individual who possesses a
strong initiative and a keen interest in working and learning technology. They utilize proficient knowledge
of workflows and effective communication channels to ensure an integration of technology with all
aspects of the Competition. Responsibilities include the execution of timely updates and maintenance of
the Competition’s internal network. The IT Solutions Manager must envision, integrate and implement
new ideas as well as collaborate with other team members.
*A portfolio of web design, works on adobe and or coded programs would be appreciated but is not
mandatory.
Skills Required:
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Innovative and critical thinker
Keen interest in various technologies
Proficient knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Flash)
Strong leadership skills and effective communication
Working knowledge of HTML, PHP and MS Applications (Excel & Access)
Effective time management and strong attention to detail
Works effectively both individually and in team environments
Responsibilities:
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To administer the LIVE Competition website
Responsible for the development of various IT initiatives within the LIVE team
Implement collaboration and communication tools
Implementation and execution of audio and visual equipment
Provide advice and solutions to better develop LIVE’s curriculum and communication channels
Manage ad-hoc projects with other managers within the team to work towards the development
of the competition