Valley Suns Hype Crew (Part-Time)

Player 15 Group; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Player 15 Group is seeking experienced Hype Crew members to energize Valley Suns game-day presentations, engage fans, and support in-game promotions.

You will perform on-court promotions, host hype moments, and attend a variety of events, including viewings and fundraisers. This role requires strong communication, reliability, and comfort with high-energy environments.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in sporting events.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Able to stand and move for long periods.
• Ability to move around the arena and indoor setting.

Responsibilities

• Activate promotions such as t-shirt tosses and giveaways.
• Assist with halftime acts and mascot skits.
• Engage fans of all ages in a friendly, professional manner.
• Perform at external events and viewing parties.
• Support game-night elements as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Fan engagement

Energetic presence

Crowd interaction

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

We are seeking experienced and motivated Hype Crew members to join our team. In this role, you will support game day elements of Live Presentation for the Valley Suns, while playing a key role in broader department initiatives.

Your Role on the Team

• Activate various promotions, including t-shirt tosses, fan giveaways, on-court contests, and other in-game timeouts. Assist with halftime acts and mascot skits as needed
• Comfortable performing in front of large crowds while maintaining energy and enthusiasm throughout the event
• Ability to actively engage fans of all ages in a friendly, professional, and approachable manner
• Assist with timeout activities, hype signs, crowd prompts, and other fan-engagement moments
• Perform at external or internal events such as viewing parties, fundraisers and any other non-game night events
• Assist with other game night elements as needed

Your Skills and Experience

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to take direction and work collaboratively with team members, performers, hosts, and event staff
• Comfortable working in an active, high-energy environment that may require extended periods of standing and moving throughout the venue
• Enthusiasm for live sports, entertainment, events, and fan engagement, with a desire to gain hands‑on experience
• Able to work odd hours including weekends, evenings, and some holidays
• High school diploma or GED
• Two or more years of related experience in sporting events
• Ability to transit throughout the arena for long periods of time
• This position works mainly indoors, removed from extreme weather; exposure to weather is <5%
• Active Work – Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally.
• Ability to Read, Write & Speak in English