Game Presentation Game Night Staff

Marketing: Game Presentation/Brand Marketing Strategy

Salary: Hourly Game Rate

Here at the Detroit Pistons, we are focused on equality for all. We work collaboratively to foster a diverse and inclusive work environment that celebrates our differences while driving innovation and equity. Creating impactful experiences on and off the court is what we do - and ensuring that everyone has a voice is how we do it.

The Detroit Pistons are seeking positive and outgoing Game Night Staff members who will use their personality and skills to enhance the game experience! Under general direction and supervision, this position is responsible for handling, preparing, and implementing all elements of the overall game experience. This position is part time, and will require late nights, weekends and open availability for a majority of the Detroit Pistons home games and events.

We are an organization that is committed to leadership in our community, diversity and inclusion, teamwork, our customers and personal character and accountability. We are seeking a driven addition to reflect our core values. We consider ourselves an extension of The Pistons brand, we are excited to engage with the Detroit community, and we want to meet you!

Responsibilities:

Provides administrative support and coordinates on court games, contests, and activations including selecting contestants from the audience
Assist in the coordination of in-game elements with a focus on fan interactivity during pre-game, halftime and game breaks
Act as an enthusiastic brand ambassador for the organization in and out of the arena during all games and various external events
Escorts and coordinates performers for game entertainment; ( E.g. National Anthem Performers, DJ’s, In Arena Host, etc.)
Works closely with the Pistons Dance Team Director, Extreme Team Director & Mascot Coordinator to assist with various game night needs
Prepares and facilitates giveaways & in stand promotions during the games
Supports the arena host during the games
Assists camera shots by working with the production crew and designated LCA employees

Qualifications:

Must be hardworking, upbeat, and able to adapt quickly in an ever-changing environment
Hard-working and knowledgeable about the sports, live entertainment/production, and special event industry
Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to multi-task and address problems in a high-stress, fast-paced live event/production environment
Ability to work the majority of scheduled home games, open practice, additional home playoff games, select rehearsals, viewing parties and occasional special events
Takes directions well and is a dedicated team player
Ability to work well with others including Game Director/Show Caller, Lead Stage Manager, Game Experience staff, camera operators, hosts, VIPs and more
Ability to be on your feet for the duration of your shift
Ability to lift and/or move 50 lbs at a time

Covid-19

The Detroit Pistons organization is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace. To safeguard our employees and their families, our visitors, and the broader community from COVID-19, and in consideration of recommendations from public health authorities and our medical advisors, we require that all Pistons employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. We will consider requests for exemptions to accommodate individuals who cannot be vaccinated due to a medical condition or sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals 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. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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.