The Coachella Valley Firebirds are seeking a fun, outgoing, and enthusiastic in-game host to create an exciting Firebirds home game experience for the 2022-2023 season. The In-Game host will serve as a personality that will facilitate live promotions on and off the ice, interacting, and engaging with fans throughout the game. The In-Game Host may also serve as host/emcee for various community and special events as needed.

The Coachella Valley Firebirds will host thirty-four (34) regular season, and any additional playoff games at Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert, California.

Applications must include a resume with references and performance reel no longer than three (3) minutes in length. A video reel is required with application submission. If you are not able to include the video reel into your application submission, please send your application and video reel to kthompson@cvfirebirds.com no later than November 28th, 2022.

Tasks, Responsibilities, and Qualifications:

• During games, the host will execute all on-ice and in-stands promotions – both sponsored and un-sponsored based on individual game script and rundown
• Attend all meetings related to game presentation
• Communicate in-game & event information to Game Director
• Assist with operational support and/or talent roles across various production mediums, including web, social media, etc. as directed by Management
• Interact and engage with fans throughout the game to increase the hype and excitement
• Present themselves in a professional manner while in public. This includes all social media networks. Candidate must refrain from putting themselves or Coachella Valley Firebirds in any negative light while conducting any interviews or social media posts.

Knowledge, Skill and Ability:

• Able to demonstrate a strong on-camera presence, highlighting poise, professionalism, likeability, approachability, and ability to work under pressure and time constraints
• Must have strong knowledge of hockey
• Great communication and listening skills
• Creative and innovative personality with ability to quickly adapt and adjust to in-game situations as they change
• Flexible schedule to allow commitment to all Firebirds’ homes games necessary during the 2022-2023 season, including weekends, evenings, and holidays to meet game and/or event needs
• Ability to accept and implement feedback into performance
• Additional duties and expectations may be added or adjusted as needed to meet league and organizational needs.

Experience:

• Minimum 2-3 years of related work experience
• Hosting experience in the Sports/Game Presentation/Entertainment industry preferred

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