THE JO Paris 2024 brings together talent of all kinds, of course event managers and project managers of all kinds, and the various professions essential to their success and welcoming the public. From the athlete to the receptionist, everyone contributes to the spirit and excellence of this event. Most of these occupations are still hiring!
Logistics manager
or logistics manager The “Logistics Project Manager” or in English the “Modern Venue Logistics Manager” is called, works to properly coordinate the transportation of sports equipment and athletes from the Olympic and Paralympic Village to the training and competition areas. In particular, he will be the preferred contact for sports equipment and athlete coordination for National Olympic Committees (NOCs) and Paralympic Committees (CNPs). This profession is at the heart of the main management of this international event, which is provided by COJO (Organizing Committees of the Olympic Games) – but it is also responsible for trade, transport, catering and more. can be applied in various fields.
It is suitable for you if: you have a practical sense and incredible rigor, a sense of organization. Thinking everything in advance and planning the right sequence, mastering times and places.
To become a logistics manager: Bac+4/5 level after engineering school, business school or university.
The best athlete
They are the stars of this event. to be top athlete is a demanding course that requires exceptional talent in a sporting discipline as well as great ability to overcome physical and mental challenges. THE top athletes in order to achieve and maintain the level of performance, he must train seriously, participate in national and international competitions, and lead a serious lifestyle.
Suitable for you if: you have a strong character, emotional maturity and unwavering determination. be willing to make many personal sacrifices and professionals, the ability to work closely with the coach and effectively manage the pressure of competitions and the media is essential.
To be a top athlete or athlete, no specific training is required, but a well-defined path through school sports departments, Espoirs and French centers as well as specialized institutions such as INSEP or CREPS is common. These steps ultimately allow you to excel in professional sports.
Trainer
L’trainer is a professional who supervises athletes, develops individualized training programs, and guides them to athletic excellence. This job requires in-depth knowledge of a specific sport, as well as strong communication and motivational skills.
If you’re right for it: you have a keen interest in sport, a natural ability to teach and motivate, and can demonstrate empathy and patience in developing athletes’ skills (teaching mind).
To be trainer or sports trainer, several training courses are available through the Physical and Sports Activity Sciences and Techniques Licensing, from the vocational certificate in youth, mass education and sport (BPJEPS) to the State diploma in youth, mass education and sport (DEJEPS). (STAPS).
Arbitrator
L’arbitrator ensures compliance with the rules and protection of justice in sports competitions. In-depth knowledge of the rules of this professional sport, usually under pressure (especially Olympic and Paralympic Games) and adequate physical condition to watch the game.
If it’s right for you: If you have a strong sense of fairness, can manage stress and can communicate your decisions clearly to punish players or teams that don’t respect the rules in a legal and calm manner.
The course you need to follow to become arbitrator varies greatly depending on the sport, but generally includes theoretical and practical lessons as well as aptitude tests. It is often necessary to start officiating matches at amateur levels before moving on to higher level competitions.
Security officer
Very much wanted! All those participating in the Olympics lack qualified security agents. THE Security officer responsible for monitoring and protecting property and people within the organization. This professional ensures the application of security rules, implements access control and intervenes in emergency situations. In this case, it includes sports facilities and reception facilities, from the opening ceremony to competition facilities such as the Olympic Games.
It is suitable for you if: you know how to be alert, have good observation skills and can react effectively in stressful situations. Knowing how to keep your cool is essential to practicing safety guidelines.
training to be is responsible for its safety from CAP Prevention and Safety Agent to Bac pro Safety-Prevention, with opportunities for promotion to management positions thanks to hygiene, safety, environment (HSE) training.
bartender
The Olympic Games create many jobs in the entertainment sector hotel and catering in host cities. Hence the opportunities to be a role model bartender this professional who prepares and serves drinks in an establishment and creates a welcoming atmosphere for customers.
If you’re a good fit: If you have good interpersonal skills, are sensitive and have a passion for serving and creating cocktails. This role also requires good physical condition and certain organizational and inventory management skills.
Education to obtain a profession bartender or barmaid, with more specialization options ranging from CAP service in a brasserie-café to Bac degree diplomas, especially in prestigious establishments and luxury hotels.
caterer
Likewise, job offers for the Olympic and Paralympic Games are increasing catering staff. It is a versatile professional involved in food preparation, serving and maintenance of food areas. This job requires speed, efficiency and good customer contact.
If it’s right for you: if you enjoy working in a team, have good physical endurance and can handle stress during peak hours. This work also involves knowing how to organize yourself to be as efficient as possible while serving.
training to be caterer includes CAP “Multi-Purpose Catering Agent” or CAP in the kitchen, which mainly promotes versatility and skills in hygiene and service.
Concierge
Certain profiles are in high demand for the Olympics in large recruiting hotels. Like this concierge, is often recognized by the gold keys he wears on his jacket. Dedicated to making guests’ stays as pleasant as possible, this hospitality specialist caters to their every wish 24/7.
If you are suitable for: excellent sense of service, good communication skills. To fulfill this profession, you also need to be multilingual because the clients are international. At least the English language should be perfectly mastered.
To be concierge, various and varied training courses range from CAP in hospitality to higher levels such as BTS in hospitality and catering. The International Concierge Institute also offers special, very popular training.
Reception
or the receptionist is the first person that guests meet in the hotel, plays an important role in welcoming people and providing information about the services offered. She manages guest reservations, check-in and check-out, ensures a positive experience, and coordinates floor and maintenance teams.
Suits you: if you are hospitable, organized and speak several languages. Ability to work under pressure and problem solving is essential. Touch, appearance, perfect dress and politeness are also required qualities.
To reach his profession the receptionist, often requiring a Bachelor’s level, training ranges from a Bachelor in hotel technology to a BTS in hotel and catering. This profession can be an entry point to management or further education in management to become a business director.
Tour guide
For groups of foreign tourists who want to have a good rest by visiting one or more during the Games tour guide always helpful. This professional accompanies visitors and explains them in several languages at sites of cultural or touristic interest. This role requires great communication skills, a passion for heritage and a command of foreign languages.
If it’s right for you: If you have the ability to share your knowledge, communicate with people from different cultures and adapt perfectly. Preferably, you should also know how to be an educator and captivate your audience.
training to be tour guide including languages, history or tourism studies, can often differ by the need to obtain a specific certificate or professional card. A BTS is generally valued in tourism.
Journalist and image reporter
Finally, the Olympic Games are also a highlight for the media sector, being the most watched sporting event in the world! So the challenge is to meet this demand by broadcasting as many images as possible. How to broadcast an event without a voucher journalist, image reporter (JRI) ? This versatile audiovisual specialist is responsible for designing, shooting and editing reports for various media.
Suitable for you: if you have a passion for current affairs, good physical condition and the ability to work under pressure in changing environments. This job requires creativity, sensitivity and a good mastery of audiovisual techniques.
training to be journalist, image reporter In journalism, especially in the audiovisual sector, with courses offered by schools recognized by the profession: Sciences Po, CFJ (Paris) or EJCAM (Marseille).