Promo Staff | Part-Time | PeoplesBank Arena

Oak View Group•Hartford, CT

3d•$17•Onsite

About The Position

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet. Position Summary The Promo Staff is responsible for engaging with guests and ensuring a fun experience at all Hartford Wolf Pack games. About the Venue PeoplesBank Arena is Connecticut’s premier destination for sports & entertainment. The 15,000+ seat downtown arena is home to the eleventh-time National Champion UConn Women's Basketball team and the six-time National Champion UConn Men's Basketball team. Led by Hall of Fame basketball Head Coach Geno Auriemma and Dan Hurley, the Men's & Women's basketball programs have established themselves as national powerhouses. PeoplesBank Arena is also home to the AHL’s Hartford Wolf Pack, the primary developmental affiliate of the New York Rangers. PeoplesBank Arena entertains millions of visitors annually with a variety of concerts, family shows, ice-skating spectaculars, consumer events, and trade shows throughout the season. The venue has played host to an extraordinary roster of world-renowned artists, including Taylor Swift, Justin Timberlake, Bruce Springsteen, Billy Joel, Pearl Jam, Black Eyed Peas, Britney Spears, Drake, and many others. PeoplesBank Arena will continue to be the center of sports and entertainment for Hartford and the State of Connecticut for years to come.

Requirements

Acquiring degree in the following or similar fields: Sports Management, Marketing, Promotions, Game Ops.
Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Excellent communication skills required with thorough understanding of written and spoken English.
Ability to stand for long periods of time.
Ability to traverse a variety of terrain and floor surfaces including stairs, escalators, carpet, concrete, ice.
Ability to work in heights, in darkened area, around crowds, loud noise, and flashing lights.
Ability to remain calm and focused in fast-paced environment and stressful situations.
Ability to accurately and quickly perform basic math.
Must be available for 80% of games, Not guaranteed to be scheduled for all available dates.

Nice To Haves

Ability to skate on ice not necessary, but a plus.

Responsibilities

Work during Wolf Pack Game Nights/Days to assist Game Operations with various responsibilities including but not limited to setting-up Sonar’s locker and similar areas, selling 5050 / Jersey Raffle tickets, Chuck A Pucks and Managing Silent Auction Table and assist with other gameday needs.
Assist at events and promotional activities to grow the Wolf Pack fan base.
Engage prospective and current Wolf Pack fans in a professional and positive manner through various promotions, events, and marketing efforts.
Assist in generating brand awareness for the Wolf Pack at a variety of local events and activities (if applicable).
Provide full operational support (set-up/tear-down) of all promotional materials including tents, tables, etc.