Description:
The Madison Capitols are seeking an enthusiastic and charismatic In-Arena Host to be the face and voice of our game night experience. This individual will engage with fans, lead interactive activities, and enhance the overall atmosphere at our home games. The ideal candidate will have a passion for sports, a dynamic personality, and the ability to think on their feet in a fast-paced environment.
Qualifications:
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- The ability to attend all Capitols home games during the 2024-2025 season. This will include nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Serve as the primary on-camera and on-mic personality during home games, interacting with fans and encouraging their participation.
- Lead and announce in-game promotions, contests, and activities, ensuring fans are entertained and engaged throughout the event.
- Follow the game script closely to ensure all planned promotions, announcements, and activities are executed on time and according to plan.
- Adapt quickly to changes in the game script or unexpected events, maintaining a seamless and entertaining presentation.
- A positive attitude and a willingness to actively engage and interact with fans.
- Strong personal and communication skills.
- Candidates must possess a proactive, service-oriented mentality that will assist every department with its respective needs.
- The ability to work pro-actively and independently and possess a can-do attitude.
- A willingness to learn new skills and adapt in a fun, fast-paced environment.
- A strong work ethic, positive attitude, willingness to accept all tasks assigned and the ability to learn quickly.
- The understanding that working in sports is different than being a fan. This position does not guarantee candidates will be able to watch games. Many valuable positions within the organization are behind the scenes, and they provide little ability to watch the games.
The Team:
The Madison Capitols, members of the United States Hockey League (USHL), are celebrating their 10th anniversary and are coming off of a record breaking season on the ice. Off the ice, the Capitols had their highest average attendance since the team's first season back in 2014-15.
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.
