In-Arena Host (Part-Time)

Golden State; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Golden State is seeking a high-energy In-Game Host to be the main in-arena personality for Santa Cruz Warriors home games, delivering live promotions, interviews, and fan interactions. Based in Santa Cruz, CA, this part-time role partners with arena leadership to create an unforgettable game-day experience for fans, employees, performers, and sponsors.

You will bring basketball knowledge, strong communication, and an engaging on-camera presence to every broadcast.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of announcing/hosting experience.
• Understanding of NBA G League and Warriors history.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Be the main point of contact and in-arena personality for all preseason, regular season, and playoff home games
• Execute all fan contests, promotions, video features, game and team news throughout the game
• Participate and host community and partner events such as open practice, fan fests and other partner requests if available
• Build strong relationships with the local community by engaging with fans throughout a game day
• Demonstrate an upbeat personality and display a strong on-camera presence to connect with fans, basketball operations, players and celebrity guests
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Announcing experience

G League knowledge

Communication skills

Relationship building

High energy

Multitasking

Job description

The Santa Cruz Warriors are looking for a high-energy In-Game Host to serve as the main personality for SCW home games, execute live promotions/interviews and act as the in-venue host. In this role, you will have the opportunity to utilize your basketball and sports knowledge to drive fan engagement and make an impact on game days. You will collaborate with leaders to provide an extraordinary experience to all of our guests, employees, performers, and clients.

This is an excellent opportunity to share your expertise while learning more about this growing sports and entertainment organization that values your initiative and dedication!

This is a part-time position based in Santa Cruz, CA.

Key Responsibilities

• Be the main point of contact and in-arena personality for all preseason, regular season, and playoff home games
• Execute all fan contests, promotions, video features, game and team news throughout the game
• Participate and host community and partner events such as open practice, fan fests and other partner requests if available
• Build strong relationships with the local community by engaging with fans throughout a game day
• Demonstrate an upbeat personality and display a strong on-camera presence to connect with fans, basketball operations, players and celebrity guests
• Other duties as assigned

Required Experience & Skills

• Minimum 1 year of announcing/reporting/hosting experience (game presentation experience is a plus)
• Understanding of NBA G League, basketball rules and regulations, Bay Area and Warriors history and current events
• Ability to build positive working relationships with clients and peers at all levels within the organization and throughout the community
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Excellent and engaging interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• High energy, strong detail orientation and superior work ethic
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced work environment

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift/carry/push/pull up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to stand/walk for long periods of time

Time Commitment

• Ability to work majority of home games and other events including week nights, weekends and holidays
• 4 hour shifts on game days, typically 5:00pm - 9:00pm

Compensation

• $22.50 Per Hour

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