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Stage Manager (Part-Time Game Crew)

Philadelphia, PA
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WHO WE ARE
Founded by Josh Harris and David Blitzer, Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment (HBSE) includes in its portfolio the Philadelphia 76ers, the New Jersey Devils, leading venue Prudential Center in Newark, N.J.,  the Delaware Blue Coats, and the Utica Comets. Led by some of the best and brightest minds across a diverse spectrum of industries, HBSE positions itself as one of the most pioneering, innovative global sports and entertainment businesses to date. HBSE also strives to positively impact the local communities in which it operates through the powerful platform of sports.

HBSE offers an energetic work environment built on collaboration, growth, and a quest to excel in everything we do. Prudential Center in downtown Newark, N.J. hosts more than 175 concerts, family shows and special events annually and is the fourth-ranked sports and entertainment venue in the U.S. by Pollstar and Billboard. It is home to the New Jersey Devils, a renowned NHL franchise with three Stanley Cup championships and a proud, passionate fan base. Prudential Center is also home to the brand-new GRAMMY Museum Experience, the first and only of its kind on the east coast.

The Philadelphia 76ers organization is one of the most storied franchises in American sports, led by some of the best and brightest minds across a diverse spectrum of industries, HBSE positions itself as one of the most pioneering, innovative global sports and entertainment businesses to date.  The 76ers have attracted the industry’s top leadership talent from the NBA, NFL, NHL, MLB, MLS, UFC and NCAA, resulting in one of the most exciting, rewarding, and dynamic work environments within the sports industry. The 76ers offer a best-in-class workplace culture built on collaboration, growth, and a quest to excel in everything we do.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY
At HBSE, we engage, represent and reflect diverse voices of employees, players fans and communities. We are dedicated to hiring the best talent that is reflective of where we live, work and play – across all groups and levels; supporting and developing every employee to reach their potential; and creating an inclusive environment that allows team members to bring their true authentic selves to work.
Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Game Presentation & Entertainment Stage Managers (Game Crew) assist with all game day needs during Philadelphia 76ers home games such as coordination and execution of all on-court performances, activations, and promotions in addition to set-up, breakdown, and organizing promotional/prizing items.

Game Presentation & Entertainment is the execution arm of Group Sales, Sponsorship Activation, Ticket Sales & Service, Marketing Operations, and Social Responsibility. Also inclusive of Delaware Blue Coats home games, where further opportunities will be available to gain greater experience at the G-League level when it comes to Game Presentation, Entertainment & Live Production.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED, TO THE BELOW:

  • The primary responsibility of the Game Presentation & Entertainment Stage Manager (Game Crew) is to execute all in-game elements for 76ers and Blue Coats home games.     
  • Setting up and breaking down all on-court and in-arena activations.   
  • Assist in keeping all game day props and operational materials organized, in good condition and stored appropriately before, during and after each game
  • Coordinating with groups that participate in on-court presentations, promotions and/or activations pre-game, in-game & post-game
  • Assist in the various elements associated with the game presentation such as the Color Guard Presentation, National Anthem Performance, Halftime Acts
  • Fan interactive elements including selection of contestants for on-court & in-stands activations
  • Ensure all equipment is set up for game day staff, stats crew, and NBA officials

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Must be available to work all 76ers home games
  • Flexible schedule with the ability to workdays, nights, weekends, and holidays 
  • Must have reliable transportation
  • Must be punctual, have strong work ethic and ability to follow instructions
  • Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills as well as written and verbal skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Creative and proactive problem solver
  • Must be available for at least 20 hours a week (in-season)
  • Be able to work well in a team environment

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • Work Environment: This position generally requires that work primarily be performed from the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, PA and the Chase Fieldhouse in Wilmington, DE.
  • Physical Requirements: This position requires the ability to move items up to 25 lbs each game night; stand and move throughout the Xfinity Mobile Arena and the Chase Fieldhouse for approximately 4-6 hours each shift.

 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
The pay rate for this position at commencement of employment is $15.92/hour. This position will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

This position will be an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

 

 

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.

 

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