WHO WE ARE:
Founded by Josh Harris and David Blitzer, Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment (HBSE) includes in its portfolio the Philadelphia 76ers, the New Jersey Devils, leading venue Prudential Center in Newark, N.J., the Delaware Blue Coats, and the Utica Comets. Led by some of the best and brightest minds across a diverse spectrum of industries, HBSE positions itself as one of the most pioneering, innovative global sports and entertainment businesses to date. HBSE also strives to positively impact the local communities in which it operates through the powerful platform of sports.
HBSE offers an energetic work environment built on collaboration, growth, and a quest to excel in everything we do. Prudential Center in downtown Newark, N.J. hosts more than 175 concerts, family shows and special events annually and is the fourth-ranked sports and entertainment venue in the U.S. by Pollstar and Billboard. It is home to the New Jersey Devils, a renowned NHL franchise with three Stanley Cup championships and a proud, passionate fan base.
The Philadelphia 76ers organization is one of the most storied franchises in American sports, led by some of the best and brightest minds across a diverse spectrum of industries, HBSE positions itself as one of the most pioneering, innovative global sports and entertainment businesses to date. The 76ers have attracted the industry’s top leadership talent from the NBA, NFL, NHL, MLB, MLS, UFC and NCAA, resulting in one of the most exciting, rewarding, and dynamic work environments within the sports industry. The 76ers offer a best-in-class workplace culture built on collaboration, growth, and a quest to excel in everything we do.
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:
At HBSE, we engage, represent and reflect diverse voices of employees, players fans and communities. We are dedicated to hiring the best talent that is reflective of where we live, work and play – across all groups and levels; supporting and developing every employee to reach their potential; and creating an inclusive environment that allows team members to bring their true authentic selves to work.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Philadelphia 76ers are looking for outgoing, motivated, and professional candidates to assist with all game day needs, during home games, which includes coordination and execution of all on-court performances, activations, and promotions in addition to set-up, breakdown, and organizing promotional/prizing items. Stage Managers are part of Game Presentation and Entertainment, the execution arm of Group Sales, Sponsorship Activation, Ticket Sales & Service, Marketing Operations, and Social Responsibility. The role is also inclusive of the Delaware Blue Coats home games where further opportunities will be available to gain greater experience at the G-League level when it comes to Game Presentation, Entertainment, and Live Production.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE BELOW:
- Execute all in-game elements for 76ers and Blue Coats home games.
- Set up and break down all on-court and in-arena activations.
- Assist in keeping all game day props and operational materials organized, in good condition and stored appropriately before, during, and after each game
- Coordinate with groups that participate in on-court presentations, promotions and/or activations pre-game, in-game, and post-game
- Assist in the various elements associated with the game presentation such as the Color Guard Presentation, National Anthem Performance, Halftime Acts
- Participate in fan interactive elements including selection of contestants for on-court and in-stands activations
- Ensure all equipment is set up for game day staff, stats crew, and NBA officials
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must be available to work all 76ers home games
- Flexible schedule with the ability to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays
- Must have reliable transportation
- Must be punctual, have strong work ethic, and ability to follow instructions
- Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills as well as written and verbal skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Creative and proactive problem solver
- Must be available for at least 20 hours a week (in-season)
- Be able to work well in a team environment
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Work Environment: This position requires that work be performed from the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA and the Chase Fieldhouse in Wilmington, DE.
- Physical Requirements: This position requires the ability to stand and move for entire shift (approximately 4-6 hours); must be able to move throughout the arena and interact with fans; and must be able to move up to 25 pounds.
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.
