JOB SUMMARY:

The NBA’s Utah Jazz are looking for an energetic and charismatic Public Address Announcer to bring the gameday experience to life from inside Delta Center! We are searching for someone who has extensive knowledge about the NBA’s players and personalities, a passionate and dynamic voice, and a love for basketball. As the official in-arena voice of Utah Jazz Basketball, the PA Announcer will command the microphone, energize fans, and amplify the excitement of every play, every bucket, and every buzzer-beater. This role is an opportunity for a qualified individual to shine on a big stage, engage with a diverse community of fans, and make an unforgettable impact in the state of Utah. Whether a Utah native, or an experienced individual interested in relocating to one of the most energetic, growing sports markets in the world, all qualified talent are invited to apply. The Jazz are looking for fresh voices who can join the gameday entertainment staff to reflect our dynamic community.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Serve as the in-arena PA Announcer for all Utah Jazz home games and related events. Games would include Salt Lake City Summer League, and all preseason, regular, and post-season home Utah Jazz games.
Key PA duties include introducing starting line-ups and calling live game action.
Add personal flair and enthusiasm to in-arena announcements, creating a dynamic and engaging atmosphere while maintaining professionalism and clarity.
Must have a high aptitude to take direction in a fast-paced environment.
Skilled in ad-libbing commentary, delivering spontaneous, engaging, and relevant content in real-time during live events throughout a game.
Must be able to take constructive feedback and make improvements where needed.
Must have an extensive knowledge of the NBA and its players and coaches to be able to call the game with accuracy and pace.
Knowledge of, and ability to learn and pronounce all visiting and home players’ and coaches' names accurately.
Required availability on evenings and weekends, including all Utah Jazz home games and events.
This is a part-time, nonbenefitted, seasonal position. Pay is based on a game rate.
Protect the reputation of the company.
Exemplify the Utah Jazz mission and values: transparent, all in, community obsessed, one team, and scrappy.
Accept other duties, as assigned.

Applicants are required to submit a video recording of the following Audition Script for consideration. This should be video, not just audio. Applicants should also submit their personal highlight reel of past professional experience.

SAMPLE SCRIPT VIDEOS ARE REQUIRED FOR CONSIDERATION
No personal introductions or information are necessary in this video.
Please make sure the video is of the person auditioning.
Please use your first and last name as your video title (Example: firstname_lastname_audition).
Please submit a link to your video where it states "Please submit a demo reel or portfolio."
Deadline to submit a video recording is at the end of the day on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025.

COMPETENCIES:

Collaborates – Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
Communicates effectively – Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
Drives engagement – Creates a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives.
Organizational savvy – Maneuvers comfortably through complex policy, process, and people-related organizational dynamics.
Demonstrates self-awareness - Using a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses.

QUALIFICATIONS:

5+ years of public address or vocal experience in live sports and entertainment settings is mandatory.
Extremely savvy with knowledge of the NBA, its players, rules, and regulations.
Ability to enunciate clearly, accurately, and project to a large crowd.
Must possess strong attention to detail, especially pertaining to pronunciation and announcing accurate game action in order to preserve the integrity of the game and its players.
A strong, distinct voice is required.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This person must be able to communicate and express themselves both written and verbally.
This person must be able to observe, inspect, estimate and assess.
This person must be able to sit, stand, bend, walk, and climb stairs for long periods of time.
This person must be able to lift 20 lbs.
Reliable Transportation required.

The Utah Jazz provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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.

Note: The need may arise to revise, supplement, or rescind portions of this job description, and the Utah Jazz reserves the right to do so at any time. Employees shall be required to meet the qualifications and perform the duties of any revised job description.