Trackside Race Announcer & Live Host

Public Address Announcer; Hobbs (NM); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-one medical coverage

401(k) matching

Annual performance bonus

Paid time off

Job summary

PENN Entertainment seeks a Public Address Announcer for Zia Park Racetrack in Hobbs, NM. This role provides live verbal race records, race-day announcements, and on-air commentary to engage the simulcast audience.

Responsibilities include delivering morning line odds, relaying race updates, coordinating with video/AV teams, and supporting media or promotional events. A NM Racing Commission license or ability to obtain is required; 21+ and English proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Read, write legibly, understand and speak English.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Access, Word).
• Licensed with New Mexico Racing Commission or able to qualify.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Professional appearance as per company policy.
• Able to respond to visual and oral cues.

Responsibilities

• Provides live verbal record of races noting horse name, rider, lengths behind and other descriptors for the general public and simulcast audience.
• Provides morning line odds for races.
• Delivers general announcements to the public.
• Conveys information such as scratches, changes and updates from racing information as directed.
• Explains infractions and resulting disqualifications.
• Provides on-air pre- and post-race commentary and may interview participants.
• Coordinates with AV department for daily simulcast content.
• Assists in coordinating media or promotional events before/after races.
• May work outside racing hours.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Reading/Writing English

Public speaking

Cues response

Appearance standards

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, Word)

Job description

PENN Entertainment seeks a Public Address Announcer for Zia Park Racetrack in Hobbs, NM. This role provides live verbal race records, race-day announcements, and on-air commentary to engage the simulcast audience.

Responsibilities include delivering morning line odds, relaying race updates, coordinating with video/AV teams, and supporting media or promotional events. A NM Racing Commission license or ability to obtain is required; 21+ and English proficiency are essential.