Custom Framing Specialist – Sports Memorabilia

Company: AJ Sports
Location: Toronto, ON
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Work Location: In Person / On-site

Full Job Description

AJ Sports is an established Canadian sports memorabilia company specializing in authentic autographed collectibles, custom framing, and professional memorabilia displays.

We are seeking a meticulous, detail-oriented, and hands-on Custom Framing Specialist to join our in-house framing department.

This position focuses on the custom and standard framing of autographed sports jerseys, photographs, and other sports memorabilia. The successful candidate will be involved in preparing, mounting, assembling, and finishing high-quality framed displays.

We are looking for someone with excellent manual dexterity, patience, precision, and a strong eye for detail. Our team handles valuable autographed collectibles, so accuracy, careful handling, and professional presentation are essential.

Previous framing experience is a strong asset. Training on our specific equipment and production processes will be provided for the right candidate.

Key ResponsibilitiesCustom Framing & Assembly

- Frame sports jerseys, autographed photographs, and other memorabilia using custom and standard framing techniques.
- Carefully position, pin, tape, and mount jerseys and other collectible items.
- Measure, cut, and prepare matboards and framing materials with precision.
- Operate mat-cutting equipment to produce accurate openings and layouts.
- Assemble framing components, including matboards, photographs, nameplates, and memorabilia.
- Perform detailed mounting, fitting, alignment, assembly, and finishing work.
- Assist with basic frame preparation, cutting, and woodworking as required.
- Handle valuable autographed collectibles carefully to prevent damage.
- Inspect completed framing projects for quality, alignment, cleanliness, and professional presentation.

Production & Department Support

- Rotate between multiple workstations within the framing department, including mat cutting, jersey mounting, frame assembly, and finishing.
- Organize framing materials, supplies,



and inventory.
- Prepare components and materials for upcoming framing projects.
- Assist with packing, organizing, and general warehouse tasks when required.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe production environment.
- Work collaboratively with the framing team to meet production schedules and quality standards.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.

Computer & Digital Production Support

- Use computers and specialized software associated with framing and computerized mat-cutting equipment.
- Prepare or adjust digital cutting templates and measurements.
- Print nameplates, photographs, and other framing components.
- Assist with basic digital layout adjustments as required.

Skills & Qualifications

- Excellent manual dexterity and strong attention to detail.
- Ability to perform meticulous, precision-based work with consistent results.
- Experience with custom or standard framing is strongly preferred.
- Strong measuring, cutting, mounting, and assembly skills.
- Comfortable using hand tools and framing equipment.
- Patience and care when handling delicate or valuable materials.
- Ability to follow detailed instructions and maintain quality standards.
- Good organizational skills and the ability to work efficiently.
- Dependable, punctual, and comfortable working independently or as part of a team.
- Willingness to learn new framing techniques and production processes.

Additional Assets

- Experience with computerized mat-cutting equipment.
- Basic woodworking, carpentry, or fabrication experience.
- Familiarity with Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW, or similar design software.
- Experience with digital templates and computer-operated cutting equipment.
- Previous experience mounting artwork, textiles, photographs, or collectibles.




- Interest in sports or sports memorabilia.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

- This is a 100% on-site position at our Toronto facility.
- The position involves standing and working on your feet for much of the shift.
- Employees work across multiple stations within the framing department.
- Frequent use of hands and tools for detailed, repetitive, and precision-based work.
- Ability to lift and handle materials weighing up to 20 kg, with appropriate assistance or accommodation where required.
- Comfortable working in an active framing and production workplace.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys detailed craftsmanship.

The ideal candidate is patient, precise, organized, and comfortable spending significant time measuring, cutting, mounting, assembling, and finishing framed products.

Quality workmanship and attention to detail are more important to us than graphic design experience.

Candidates with experience in custom framing, woodworking, precision assembly, or similar hands-on work are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount

How to Apply

Please submit your resume highlighting any experience with custom or standard framing, mat cutting, mounting, woodworking, or detailed hands-on assembly.

Examples of completed framing or craftsmanship projects are welcome.

Website: www.ajsports.ca

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Toronto, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

- Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

- Adobe Creative Suite: 1 year (preferred)
- Organizational skills: 1 year (preferred)
- compu: 1 year (preferred)
- Custom Framing: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Custom Framing Specialist – Sports Memorabilia (Toronto)
🏢 AJ Sports
📍 Toronto