Organist (Part Time)

Minnesota-Sports-and-Entertainment; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Minnesota Wild in Saint Paul is seeking an Organist to perform during home games, delivering live organ music to enhance the game-day atmosphere and fan experience. The role requires adapting music in real time and coordinating with singers and event staff.

A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required, with professional-level piano/keyboard talent and strong knowledge of hockey music.”

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Professional-level talent on piano/keyboard.
• Knowledge of hockey and hockey music for crowd engagement.
• Experience performing live for large audiences.

Responsibilities

• Perform as the organist during all Minnesota Wild home games at Grand Casino Arena, delivering live music that enhances the game-day atmosphere and fan experience.
• Play a wide variety of popular songs, crowd chants, and musical stingers to engage fans and support in-game entertainment.
• Adapt musical selections in real time to complement on-ice action, promotional elements, and arena entertainment.
• Collaborate with game presentation staff to ensure seamless execution of all musical components throughout each event.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism, preparedness, and flexibility in a fast-paced live event environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Piano/keyboard

Live performance

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Minnesota Wild, 317 Washington Street, Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Friday, August 7, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Organist - $36.00 - $40.00 per hour

Position Summary:The Organist is responsible for playing the organ during all Minnesota Wild home games while collaborating with singers and event staff to ensure all musical requirements are seamlessly executed and game-day requirements are met.

Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Perform as the organist during all Minnesota Wild home games at Grand Casino Arena, delivering live music that enhances the game-day atmosphere and fan experience.
• Play a wide variety of popular songs, crowd chants, and musical stingers to engage fans and support in-game entertainment.
• Adapt musical selections in real time to complement on-ice action, promotional elements, and arena entertainment.
• Collaborate with game presentation staff to ensure seamless execution of all musical components throughout each event.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism, preparedness, and flexibility in a fast-paced live event environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

Formal Education & Certification:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Knowledge & Experience:

• Professional level of musical talent from training and/or experience specifically in piano/keyboard.
• Strong knowledge of the game of hockey and an understanding of traditional and contemporary hockey music, including crowd engagement, game situations, and in-game entertainment.
• Experience performing live for large audiences in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to adapt seamlessly during live events.

Personal Attributes:

• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to execute musical cues with precision and timing.
• Proven ability to remain composed, make quick decisions, and perform effectively under pressure in a live event setting .

Work Conditions:

• Able to work all Minnesota Wild home games.
• Physical requirements include sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, lifting, grasping, etc.
• Lifting up to 50 lbs.

ADA/EEO Statement:

Our company is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to participate in the application process or perform the essential functions of the job, please contact the People Team to request an accommodation. We will engage in an interactive process to assess your needs and provide appropriate accommodations to enable you to perform the essential functions of the position unless it would cause an undue hardship.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and promote a work environment that respects and supports individuals without bias.

Minnesota Wild, 317 Washington Street, Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States of America