Pod Squad (Part-Time)

goldenstate; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

The Santa Cruz Warriors seek part-time Pod Squad performers for the 2026-2027 season to deliver top-quality fun and in-game entertainment, crowd interaction, and a positive fan experience at home games and community events.

Role requires creativity and energy; gymnastics and dance experience preferred. Shifts are 4 hours on game days, typically 5:30pm to 9:30pm; compensation is $16.90 per hour.

Qualifications

• Exceptional creativity and energy to excite a crowd.
• Gymnastics and dance experience preferred.
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work independently with initiative.

Responsibilities

• Perform at home games and community events.
• Represent the organization professionally at all times.
• Develop new entertainment for performances (skits, dances, stunts).
• Set up, operate, and tear down interactive fan engagement elements.
• Distribute premium items and engage with fans.

Skills

Creativity

Energy

Crowd interaction

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Initiative

Independent work

Collaboration

Dance experience

Gymnastics experience

Job description

About the Position

The Santa Cruz Warriors are looking to hire part-time Pod Squad performers for the 2026-2027 basketball season. We are seeking enthusiastic individuals to provide top quality fun and entertainment. In this role, you will be responsible for providing in-game entertainment, crowd interaction, live promotions, and a positive fan experience.

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 and is located in Santa Cruz, CA.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform at home games and community events


• Represent the organization in a professional and appropriate manner at all times


• Build new entertainment for use at performances, including on-court skits/dances/stunts, in-stands interaction and improvisation


• Responsible for set-up, operation and tear down of all interactive elements of fan engagement


• Hand out premium items, interact with fans and communicate general information


• Keep all game props organized, in good condition and stored appropriately after each game


• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Exceptional level of creativity and energy, with the ability to excite, motivate, and entertain a crowd


• Gymnastics and dance experience preferred


• Strong collaboration skills required


• Excellent ability to build rapport with others and to build strong interpersonal relationships


• Good interpersonal skills with good decision-making skills and ability to communicate effectively


• Ability to work independently without supervision, be disciplined and demonstrate initiative

Physical Demands

• Pushing/pulling/carrying and lifting may include up to 50 lbs.


• Stair climbing and the ability to sit/turn/bend/stand for long periods of time

Time Commitment

• You must be able to work the majority of home games - 24 regular season games and play-offs


• 4 hour shifts on game days, typically 5:30pm to 9:30pm

Compensation

$16.90 Per Hour

Equal Opportunity and Accommodations

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Golden State is an equal opportunity employer.

We will ensure that qualified applicants with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Additional Information

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