Game Presentation Staff (Seasonal)

Reports to: Senior Game Experience CoordinatorDirect Reports: NoneFLSA Status: Part time, seasonal hourlyApplication Deadline: Rolling ApplicationWork Location: Smoothie King Center, New Orleans, LA

Our Mission and Your ImpactThe New Orleans Saints, New Orleans Pelicans, and Laketown Squadron proudly represent the NFL, NBA, and G-League using our platform to uplift the Gulf Coast and create lasting community impact. Rooted in the vibrant spirit of New Orleans, we celebrate diversity, embrace culture, and unite people through the power of sports. Guided by our core values-community, teamwork, celebrating individuality, people first, integrity, and excellence-we foster an inclusive culture and seek people who share these values to help strengthen the bond between our teams and the city we call home.Position Summary:The New Orleans Pelicans are seeking positive and outgoing Game Presentation Staff members who will use their personality and skills to enhance the Pelicans 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 all of the New Orleans Pelicans home games and events, including required game day rehearsals. Game day call time averages approximately seven (7) hours prior to tip-off; however, some game days may require an earlier call time.This position is a part-time seasonal role.What You'll Be Doing:

Provides administrative support and coordinates on court games, contests, and activations including selecting contestants from the audience

Attend all required game day rehearsals and report at the designated call time, which averages approximately seven (7) hours prior to tip-off but may be earlier depending on game day needsPrepare, organize, and stage game day props and equipment to ensure all items are ready for rehearsals and in-game execution

Assist in the coordination of in-game elements with a focus on fan interactivity during pre-game, halftime and game breaksAct as an enthusiastic brand ambassador for the organization in and out of the arena during all games and various external eventsEscorts and coordinates performers for game entertainment; (e.g. National Anthem Performers, DJ's, Pelicans Drumline etc.)Works closely with the PelSquad and assists with various needsPrepares and facilitates giveaways during the gamesSupports the arena host during the gamesAssists camera shots by working with the production crew and designated Smoothie King Center employees

What You'll Bring:

Ability to work the majority of scheduled Pelicans home games, additional home playoff games, select rehearsals and occasional special eventsMust be hardworking, upbeat, and able to adapt quickly in an ever-changing environmentHard-working and knowledgeable about sports, live entertainment/production, and special event industryExcellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to multi-task and address problems in a high-stress, fast-paced live event/production environmentTakes directions well and is a dedicated team playerAbility to work well with others including Show Caller, other stage managers, Game Experience staff, camera operators, hosts, VIPs and moreAbility to be on your feet for the duration of your shiftAbility to lift and/or move 50 lbs at a time

Environment

The incumbent will spend all of their time at the Smoothie King Center for New Orleans Pelicans games and on occasion, external Pelicans events. They will be encouraged to attend Pelicans games at the Smoothie King Center, as well as other related events that may take place on weekends and/or holidays.

All Candidates Should Have:

Commitment to community and a people-first mindsetStrong teamwork and collaboration skillsAbility to celebrate individuality and value diverse perspectivesHigh integrity and a proactive, solutions-oriented "winning" mindset