Entertainment Coordinator

About the role

The Entertainment Coordinator will assist in the creation, coordination and execution of entertainment elements at all Carolina Hurricanes home games.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a point of contact on game days for Hurricanes Entertainment talent, including but not limited to in-arena host, PA announcer, and DJ.
• Manage the booking, hosting, and coordinating pre/post-game and intermission entertainment, including but not limited to: Anthem performers, color guards, siren sounders, bands, and special ceremony participants.
• Own the creation and execution of entertainment, sponsorship activations, promotions, and contests in coordination with stakeholders.
• Responsible for decision making and autonomously creating improvements to public facing game day moments.
• Assist in the creation and execution of entertainment elements, coordinate promotional team, and act as stage manager at ancillary Carolina Hurricanes events as needed.
• Build great working relationships with building/event personnel, vendors, internal departments, and clients.

Requirements

• Must be self-motivated, creative, and demonstrate initiative.
• Ability to work under high pressure situations with excellent composure.
• Ability to always maintain confidential information and a professional image.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of the Carolina Hurricanes and the NHL is preferred.
• Familiarity with video production and broadcast systems is preferred but not required.
• 1-3 years of relevant live event experience; sporting event experience preferred.
• Degree in Sports Management, Marketing, Communications, Broadcast Journalism, or related field preferred.
• Must pass criminal background check.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand/walk for long periods of time.
• Ability to climb stairs and traverse an arena environment.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Schedule

Must be willing to work a very flexible schedule with non-traditional hours including nights, weekends and holidays.

Pay

This is an hourly non-exempt position.