North Carolina State University Athletics
2019 NC State Men's Basketball In-Game Host Casting Call - Application
POSITION SUMMARY
NC State Athletics is seeking a highly-talented individual to serve as an in-game host and emcee throughout NC State Men's Basketball games. The primary responsibility of the position is to contribute to an exciting and memorable game day experience for student-athletes, coaches and Wolfpack fans.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
- Strong vocal and on-camera talent, excellent enunciation skills and comfort-level announcing to crowds of 20,000 people
- Experience working as a PA, emcee, or in-game host in high school, collegiate or professional sports is preferred
- Strong knowledge of NCAA Men’s Basketball and its rules/flow of the game
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment
- Ability to be spontaneous and react quickly as appropriate
- A unique and definitive personality, while retaining the current NC State traditions and sportsmanship expected in a collegiate environment
- Arrive for home games at least 90-minutes prior to tip-off and be available to attend pre-game meetings
- Receptive to both positive and constructive feedback
AVAILABILITY
The in-game host will be required to work all 2019-2020 Men's Basketball games. This includes nights and weekends. The position is Part Time.
OTHER DETAILS
The in-game host for NC State Men's Basketball is a contract renewed on an annual basis by NC State Athletics
Please email all video audition files to Jessica Mays at jhmays@ncsu.edu. To view and download the sample in-game host script for your application, click here.