Game Presentation Specialist

Worcester Railers HC; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The Game Presentation Specialist at Worcester Railers HC will assist in planning and executing engaging in-arena entertainment for home games, delivering a high-energy fan experience.

Working with marketing, production and operations, you will coordinate theme nights, sponsor activations and in-game entertainment, ensuring all elements reflect the team branding and fan engagement goals, with opportunities to learn and grow.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required or preferred.
• Prior experience in live event production, game presentation, or sports entertainment preferred.
• Knowledge of hockey and professional sports preferred.
• Experience with Daktronics systems and familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite are advantages.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of game presentation elements and entertainment flow during Worcester Railers home games.
• Co-develop and distribute detailed game day rundowns, production schedules, and event timelines.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Detail-oriented

Creative thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Daktronics systems

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Reports To: Senior Director of Marketing

Department: Marketing

Status: Part-Time

Position Summary

The Game Presentation Specialist assists in the planning and execution of all Worcester Railers game presentation and in-arena entertainment elements. This role is responsible for helping create a high-energy, engaging, and seamless fan experience at all Railers home games.

Working closely with the marketing, production, and operations teams, the Game Presentation Specialist helps execute theme nights, sponsor activations, and in-game entertainment while ensuring all game day elements align with organizational branding and fan engagement goals. This team member should also have a willingness to grow and learn and be motivated to take the next great step in their personal career, while continuing to help our organization grow upon our recent success. All employees are expected to exemplify the Worcester Railers Five Characteristics - Positive Attitude, Work Ethic, Coachability, Leadership, and a Passion for your Craft.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Game Day Operations & Execution

• Assist in the execution of game presentation elements and entertainment flow during all Worcester Railers home games
• Co-develop and distribute detailed game day rundowns, production schedules, and event timelines to internal departments, arena personnel, and external partners
• Execute all in-game promotions, fan engagement initiatives, and sponsored elements, including intermission contests, chuck-a-puck, ceremonial moments, and special presentations
• Coordinate game day communication between ticket sales, corporate partnerships, operations, and entertainment staff to ensure smooth execution
• Serve as the primary game day lead for part-time entertainment staff, including ice crew, mascot performers, and other in-game talent
• Identify opportunities to improve game presentation, operational efficiency, fan engagement, and internal communication
• Assist with additional live events and organizational functions as needed

Theme Nights & Promotional Support

• Assist the marketing team in the planning and execution of theme nights, promotional activations, and specialty events
• Collaborate cross-departmentally with ticket sales, corporate partnerships, community relations, hockey operations, arena operations, and broadcast teams to gather information necessary for game day execution
• Maintain a proactive and detail-oriented approach to event preparation and communication
• Participate in occasional staff meetings and planning sessions related to upcoming promotions, operational updates, and organizational initiatives

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred
• Prior experience in live event production, game presentation, or sports entertainment strongly preferred
• Knowledge of hockey and professional sports strongly preferred
• Experience with Daktronics systems preferred
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite is a plus

Skills & Attributes

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities
• Creative mindset with a passion for live entertainment and fan engagementPositive attitude with the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Self-motivated, dependable, and proactive
• Ability to remain calm and adaptable in live event settings

Work Conditions

• Must be available to work all Worcester Railers home games, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and lift throughout game day operations
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.