PA Anouncer Intern
North Adams Steeplecats
1 hour ago
Internship
On-site
North Adams, Massachusetts, United States
The SteepleCats' PA Announcer Intern is the voice of Joe Wolfe Field. Their tasks include:
- Serve as public address announcer for every home game
- Deliver pre-game announcements, including welcome, starting lineups, umpire crew, and introduction of the national anthem and ceremonial first pitch
- Announce each batter, along with pitching changes, defensive substitutions, pinch hitters, and pinch runners
- Confirm pronunciation of all player names with both SteepleCats and visiting team staff before each game
- Read sponsor messages, promotions, and between-inning contests from the game-night script
- Coordinate timing with the music/scoreboard operator and Promotions intern to keep the game moving
- Recognize birthdays, group outings, youth teams, and special guests
- Make fan safety, lost child, and weather delay announcements as needed
- Assist in writing and updating the game-night script with Team Staff
Skills:
- Strong, clear speaking voice and confident delivery
- Prior PA, broadcasting, or public speaking experience preferred
- Knowledgeable about baseball rules and game terminology
- Ability to think quickly and adjust to changes mid-game
- Ability to work in a high stress environment
- Commitment to a professional career path
- Flexible in all situations
- Must be willing to work early mornings, days, (late) nights, and weekends
Additional Info: This job is full time 40 hours/week and runs from late May - early August. This is an unpaid internship but we provide housing and a game-night meal. Your own transportation is encouraged but not necessary.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.