In-Arena Host
About The Position
The Seattle Kraken are excited to team up with a personable, creative, detail-obsessed, storyteller to help elevate and champion the Seattle Kraken Entertainment Experience & Promotions (SKEEP) team. By joining the team as our in-arena host on game nights, this teammate will be a major part of the atmosphere inside Climate Pledge Arena for Kraken games. This integral role is open to humans of all genders, identities, orientations, and races, reflecting the incredibly diverse and dynamic nature of our region. We are looking for an individual who can relate to others, champion storytelling, are team-minded and can embody the organizational values of Seattle Kraken Hockey. This teammate needs to be a multi-level communicator; able to interact at all levels of our organization and fan base. Our hosts will be game day leaders for promotions and entertainment surrounding Seattle Kraken Hockey inside and outside of Climate Pledge Arena. This role will produce their position and elevate all narratives and characters of the fan experience.
Requirements
- Highly collaborative skill set that will activate a team of storytellers and generate content
- Strong on-camera presence
- Supportive voice with the experience to handle intense, live-event situations
- Ability to present and communicate new ideas and concepts
- Knowledge of NHL and Seattle Kraken hockey
- Demonstrated passion for performance…stage, screen, live theater, improv comedy. You must have the spirit of a performer in order to succeed in this role
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience hosting large-scale public events is strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Co-host all Seattle Kraken home games and other events as needed
- On-camera hosting duties include: in-game promotions, intermissions, plaza parties, interviews, and special events
- Create and build an atmosphere of excitement and enthusiasm for our fan base
- Memorizing game night script copy
- Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays depending on the Kraken home schedule
Benefits
- Company-paid Orca card
- Corporate office located at the Kraken Community Iceplex in Northgate; within walking distance of the Northgate Light Rail Station and Northgate Transit Center; free parking
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
