In-Arena Emcee

Sioux-Falls-Skyforce; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Sioux Falls Skyforce is seeking an In-Arena Emcee to host promotions on the court, engage fans, and support game operations during home games.

The role requires memorizing lines, speaking to crowds, and coordinating with production staff to ensure smooth on-court segments and community appearances.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or 1–3 months related experience or training.
• Knowledge of basketball game-day operations and live event workflows.
• Knowledge of NBA rules and game flow for accurate commentary.
• Commitment to equal opportunity employment and professional conduct.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the live on-court host and emcee during home games.
• Deliver scripted and impromptu announcements and crowd prompts.
• Engage fans through on-court contests and promotional activations.
• Coordinate with game operations and entertainment staff for timing and execution.
• Maintain a professional and energetic presence aligned with brand standards.
• Adapt performance based on game flow and production direction.
• Participate in rehearsals and run-of-show walkthroughs.
• Represent the organization at community events and appearances.

Skills

Public speaking

Crowd engagement

Energy under bright lights

Live hosting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Sioux Falls Skyforce Game Operations department is hiring an In-Arena Emcee! This role would be responsible for hosting promotions on the court, interacting with fans, and executing game operations tasks. The on-court emcee works closely with game operations and is required to memorize lines, talk in front of crowds, and organize small groups of people. Seeking an individual who can bring energy and maintain composure under bright lights.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The following are examples of the various functions required. The job requirements are not limited to the items on this list:

• Serve as the live on-court host and emcee during home games, entertaining fans and maintaining energy throughout the arena experience
• Deliver scripted and impromptu announcements, crowd prompts, and interactive segments during pregame, in-game timeouts, and halftime activities
• Engage fans of all ages through on-court contests, giveaways, and promotional activations in coordination with the game entertainment and marketing teams
• Collaborate with the game operations and entertainment production staff to ensure seamless timing and execution of all on-court segments
• Maintain a professional, energetic, and brand-appropriate presence that aligns with the organization's image and fan experience standards
• Adapt performance style and content in real time based on game flow, crowd energy, and direction from production staff
• Participate in rehearsals, production meetings, and run-of-show walkthroughs to prepare for each event
• Represent the organization at select community events, promotional appearances, and non-game day entertainment functions as assigned

Desired Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of professional basketball game-day operations, in-arena entertainment programming, and live event production workflows. Knowledge of NBA rules, game flow, player rosters, and basketball terminology sufficient to provide accurate and timely commentary during live play. Knowledge of entertainment industry trends, audience engagement strategies, and best practices for live hosting within professional sports venues.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender/gender identity, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. EOE & DFWP

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