In-Game Host

Jacksonville Icemen; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Jacksonville Icemen are seeking an energetic In-Arena Host to work with the Game Operations team, delivering fan experiences and serving as an in-arena host and on-camera personality for preseason, regular season, and playoff home games.

The role requires executing live game entertainment elements, attending pre-game meetings, and engaging fans and audiences across social channels, while representing the team professionally.

Qualifications

• Experience hosting and/or announcing; game entertainment is a plus.
• Strong, professional on-camera presence and audience engagement.
• Submit a demo reel for consideration.
• Available for all 36 home games, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Excellent communication; energizing voice and presence.
• Adaptable, coachable, motivated self-starter.
• Creative, enthusiastic, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute live game entertainment elements per script and rundown.
• Attend pre-game meetings to support game presentation.
• Engage with staff, guests, and the public, including social media activity.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Hosting experience

On-camera presence

Demo reel submission

Availability 36 home games

Communication skills

Adaptable

Creativity

Job description

Position Overview

The Jacksonville Icemen In-Arena Host will work with the Game Operations team to deliver an engaging fan experience, serving as an in-arena host and on-camera personality for all preseason, regular season, and playoff home games.

Responsibilities

• Execute live game entertainment elements, including on-ice promotions, fan contests, and sponsored activations as outlined in the game script and rundown.
• Attend pre-game meetings with the Game Operations team to support the successful execution of all game presentation elements.
• Conduct themselves professionally in all interactions with staff, guests, and the public, including activity across social media channels.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience of hosting and/or announcing experience preferred, with game entertainment experience considered a plus.
• Strong, professional on-camera presence and ability to engage audiences in a live event environment.
• Applicants must submit a demo reel for consideration.
• Availability for all 36 home games, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to generate energy and connect with audiences through voice, personality, and presence.
• Adaptable, coachable, and highly motivated self-starter.
• Creative, enthusiastic, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.