Game Day Assistant

Charlotte Hornets; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The Charlotte Hornets are seeking a part-time Game Day Assistant to support the Game Presentation team during home games. This on-site role handles pregame, in-game, and postgame tasks, including fan engagement promotions, giveaways, and event activations.

You will work closely with the Game Presentation staff, communicate clearly via headset, and help deliver an engaging, smooth game-night experience for fans and staff. Availability includes nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Dependable and punctual with attention to detail.
• Comfortable communicating over headset in a live-event setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with pregame and postgame fan engagement promotions and activations.
• Coordinate with Game Presentation staff on timeout logistics, rules, timing, and setup locations.
• Assist with setup, placement, and breakdown of game-day props across areas.
• Distribute giveaways and Thunder Sticks as assigned.
• Serve as a reliable on-site point of communication via headset for updates.
• Explain contest rules and participation requirements to contestants before they participate.
• Escort contestants to staging and performance areas as needed.
• Respond quickly and professionally to changing game-night needs in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain game-day materials, props, and work areas in an organized manner.
• Perform other game presentation and event support duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Public-facing demeanor

Job description

The Charlotte Hornets are seeking energetic, dependable, and detail-oriented Game Day Assistant to support the Game Presentation team during Charlotte Hornets home games. This part-time, event-based role assists with pregame, in-game, and postgame execution, including fan engagement promotions, timeout contests, game-day props, giveaways, and other presentation elements. Game Day Assistant will serve as an important on-site support resource and are expected to communicate clearly, respond quickly to changing needs, and help deliver a seamless and engaging game-night experience for fans, contestants, and internal staff.

Hornets Values

• We operate with the highest level of integrity, driven by moral standards that guide us in everything we do.
• We communicate with full candor; openly, honestly, and respectfully with clarity.
• We work in the spirit of one team, committed to one vision, shared values, and an inclusive culture that ensures every person feels valued and respected.
• We hold ourselves accountable, and responsible to raise high levels of expectations of ourselves and our team.
• We compete at the highest levels and strive to be the best at everything we do
• We act with resilience and thrive in the face of challenges bringing others along with us

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist with organizing and facilitating pregame and postgame fan engagement promotions and activations.
• Coordinate with Game Presentation staff on timeout logistics, contest rules, timing, and setup locations.
• Assist with the setup, placement, and breakdown of back-of-house, tunnel, courtside, and other game-day props.
• Distribute game-day giveaways throughout designated areas of the arena as assigned.
• Distribute Thunder Sticks to designated seating sections during the second half when required in support of halftime programming.
• Serve as a reliable point of communication on headset, providing timely updates and logistical information to Game Presentation staff.
• Assist with identifying and selecting contestants for upcoming timeout contests.
• Clearly explain contest rules, expectations, staging instructions, and participation requirements to selected contestants before they take part.
• Help escort contestants and participants to designated staging and performance areas as needed.
• Respond quickly and professionally to changing game-night needs and assignments in a fast-paced live-event environment.
• Maintain game-day materials, props, and work areas in an organized and professional manner
• Perform other game presentation and event support duties as assigned.

Required Skills, Experience, And Abilities

• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Dependable and punctual, with the ability to follow instructions and complete assignments with attention to detail.
• Comfortable communicating over headset and providing clear, concise updates in a live-event environment.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and collaborate with Game Presentation staff and other event personnel.
• Ability to interact professionally and enthusiastically with fans, contestants, performers, and internal staff.
• Ability to remain composed, flexible, and responsive in a fast-paced environment where assignments and timing may change quickly.
• Comfortable working in public-facing areas of the arena and helping create a positive fan experience.
• Ability to stand and move throughout the arena for extended periods and assist with the setup, movement, and breakdown of game-day materials and props.
• Must be available to work Charlotte Hornets home games, including nights, weekends, and holidays, based on the game schedule.
• Previous experience in live events, sports entertainment, guest services, promotions, or game presentation is preferred but not required.

Additional Information

HSE is dedicated to creating and upholding a welcoming environment that celebrates diversity.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. All requests for medical or religious accommodations to perform the stated job duties will be considered.