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The Bench

The Sports Industry's Only Certified Freelance & Contract Talent Marketplace

FSE Certified professionals. Vetted by industry experts. Ready to work.

Trusted by sports teams, agencies, colleges, and venues nationwide

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FSE Certified Professionals
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Sports Organizations
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Sports Disciplines
Only 10%
Platform Commission

How The Bench Works

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Step 1
Build Your Profile
Create your sports industry profile showcasing your skills, experience, rates, and portfolio.
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Step 2
Get Certified — $50
Pay the one-time FSE certification fee and submit for review by the FSE Legacy Agency team.
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Step 3
FSE Approved
Our team reviews your profile — we may schedule a brief vetting call. Once approved you receive your FSE Certified badge.
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Step 4
Start Getting Hired
Your profile goes live to sports organizations hiring right now. Keep 90% of everything you earn.
For Sports Professionals

Your Sports Experience Is Worth More Than You Think

Whether you're a seasoned sports marketing veteran, a recent grad with fresh skills, or a former athlete transitioning to the business side — The Bench was built for you.

Stop competing against candidates with zero sports experience. Here every organization you connect with already knows the industry and values what you bring.

What You Get as FSE Certified Talent
  • FSE Certified badge — instant credibility
  • Listed in the only sports-specific freelance marketplace
  • Direct access to teams, agencies, colleges, and venues
  • Set your own rate and availability
  • Keep 90% of every dollar you earn
  • Build your sports industry reputation
  • One-time fee — no monthly charges
Why Organizations Choose The Bench
  • All talent FSE vetted and certified
  • Sports-specific skills and experience
  • Top 10 matches returned instantly
  • Free to browse — pay only when you hire
  • Freelance, contract, part-time, and project-based talent available
  • Perfect for events, campaigns, overflow capacity, and gap coverage
  • Direct messaging and proposal flow built in
For Sports Organizations

Stop Posting Jobs.
Start Finding The Right People.

Generic job boards return generic candidates. The Bench returns FSE Certified sports professionals matched specifically to your needs — by sport, skill set, budget, and availability.

Whether you need a sponsorship deck designed, a social campaign managed, or a part-time sales rep for the season — your next hire is already on The Bench.

Built for Every Corner of the Sports Industry

Whether you're looking for work or looking to hire, The Bench has a seat for you.

Talent
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Sports Business Grads
Breaking into the industry with fresh skills and big ambition.
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Industry Veterans
Experienced professionals offering consulting, strategy, and execution.
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Transitioning Athletes
Former players bringing the competitor mindset to the business side.
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Sports Freelancers
Designers, analysts, producers, and marketers already working project to project.
Organizations
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Minor League Teams
Small front offices that need big-league talent on a flexible budget.
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College Programs
Athletic departments sourcing specialized expertise for campaigns and projects.
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Venues & Events
Event day staffing, operations, and production professionals.
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Sports Agencies
Overflow capacity when your team needs extra firepower.

Skills Available on The Bench

Every discipline the sports industry runs on.

Sponsorship SalesPartnership ActivationSocial Media ManagementContent CreationEvent OperationsBroadcast ProductionGraphic DesignVideo ProductionPR & CommunicationsMedia RelationsData AnalyticsCRM ManagementNIL ComplianceBrand StrategyTicket SalesCommunity RelationsAthlete RelationsCoaching & TrainingSports LawFinancial Management

All skills verified through the FSE certification process

Simple, Transparent Pricing

For Talent
Join The Bench
$50 one-time
  • Profile creation and listing
  • FSE Legacy Agency review
  • FSE Certified badge
  • Visibility to all hiring organizations
  • Direct proposal and messaging system
  • Keep 90% of all earnings
  • No monthly fees ever
For Organizations
Hire from The Bench
Free to browse
  • Post unlimited hiring criteria
  • Receive top 10 matched candidates
  • View full certified profiles
  • Direct messaging to candidates
  • Proposal and rate confirmation flow
  • Only pay when you hire (10% platform fee on contract value)

Questions About The Bench

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