Part Time - Public Address Announcer

About the role

This opening will provide voice talent during select home and hosted Penn State Altoona NCAA Division III sporting events.

Responsibilities

• Provide voice announcements over the PA system for home varsity sporting events (consisting of baseball, basketball, soccer, swimming, wrestling, and volleyball), including scripted and non-scripted announcements.
• Responsible for all in-arena announcements during Penn State Altoona athletic home games including starting line ups, in-game updates, sponsor messaging, presentations, and other announcements as assigned.
• Controls the music for home varsity sporting events (i.e. batter walkup songs for baseball and softball, music during timeouts, halftime music).

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal communication skills, with the ability to speak clearly and confidently in front of large crowds.
• Experience in public speaking or announcing is preferred.
• Ability to follow a script and work with a producer/director.
• Familiarity with sports terminology, traditions, and customs.
• Ability to collaborate with other members of the athletic department staff to ensure a seamless event experience for attendees.
• Availability to work on evenings and weekends as required for events.
• Experience using audio equipment and software.
• Ability to multi-task.
• May require the ability to work in an outdoor environment in adverse weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.