What are the responsibilities and job description for the Game Operations Intern - Summer 2023 position at Pacers Sports & Entertainment?
Pacers Sports & Entertainment is seeking two Game Operations Interns that will assist in the coordination of talent for Pacers and/or Fever home games; assist with the Pacers and Fever mascots on their appearances; assist with the Fever Inferno and Indiana Pacemates on their appearances; assist with the set-up/tear-down concourse entertainment for Pacers and/or Fever home games; and assist in coordination and on-floor execution of game timeouts, contests, game activities and events prior to, during, and after games.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist in the coordination and transportation of talent as they pertain to our NBA and WNBA Mascots, including driving the company van to appearances with mascots.
- Assist Mascots and Power Pack in their appearances.
- Assist with general office duties and game preparation.
- Assist in coordination and on floor execution of game timeouts; contests; game activities and events prior to, during, and after games.
- Assist with lifting and transporting boxes to and from the Fieldhouse (must be comfortable lifting heavy objects).
- Assist with Concourse setup/tear down before and after games.
- Sit in on all Game Operations and Marketing meetings.
- Participate in various assignments and projects including but not limited to interaction and information exchange with other NBA and WNBA teams.
- Other duties and projects as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Enrolled in a college or university program as a junior, senior, or graduate student.
- Sports Marketing, Sports Management, or other related major preferred.
- Excellent verbal communication skills, including over the phone.
- Efficient computer skills, specifically with Microsoft Office programs.
- Strong writing skills.
- Detail-oriented nature.
- Ability to deal with internal and external clients in a professional manner.
- Ability to keep track of multiple calendars.
- Good driving record (valid driver's license is required).
- Ability to multi-task and juggle multiple priorities.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, move heavy objects, use a computer, use a telephone, speak, hear, and write.
While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the office work environment is usually moderate and the noise level in the Fieldhouse / game environment is usually loud. The stress level may become high during certain times of the year.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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