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Hornets Sports and Entertainment’s Public Address announcer has a crucial role in enhancing the dame-day experience for fans and ensuring smooth communication within the arena. This is a part-time, annual position with the option to renew at the conclusion of each contract year.

The PA announcer will be responsible for calling in-game action and other announcements during home games for the Charlotte Hornets, including but not limited to, starting lineups and introduction sequences, VOG for contests, ad-libs for crowd engagement and other general announcements.

The ideal candidate has a strong and distinct voice that can aid in home court advantage. You should possess high-level working knowledge of NBA basketball and its rules, be proficient in calling plays, reacting to in-game moments and reading general announcements.

In order to be considered, you must provide a resume, a professional reel or website showcasing your previous public address announcer experience (social media pages will not be accepted), in addition to a taped audition reading the provided assets.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Announce player introductions, starting lineups and any substitutions.
• Call play-by-play action, including points scored, fouls and timeouts.
• Provide updates on the game clock, shot clock and other relevant game statistics.

• Lead crowd participation activities, such as cheering sections or chants.
• Announce in-game promotions, contests and sponsor messages.
• Introduce special guests, including celebrities, former players or community figures.
• Announce pre-game ceremonies, national anthems and special presentations.
• Provide post-game information, including final scores, upcoming games and thanking fans for attending.
• Work closely with the game operations team, ensuring that all announcements are made at the appropriate times.
• Communicate with the officiating crew, scoreboard operators, and other relevant personnel.

• Deliver important safety and emergency messages, including lost children, security alerts or weather-related announcements.
• Provide clear instructions in case of an emergency evacuation.
• Maintain a professional and clear voice, ensuring all announcements are easily understood by the audience.

• Adhere to the team’s brand guidelines, including tone and style.

• Adjust announcements as needed based on the flow of the game or any unforeseen events.
• Handle any unexpected situations or changes in the script with poise.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

Required Skills, Experience and Abilities

• At least three years of public address experience in basketball
• Proficient knowledge and understanding of NBA rules and regulations
• Strong vocal ability, enunciation, and comfortability in addressing large crowds
• Ability to take in quick feedback and respond to cues effectively
• Demonstrate proficiency in calling plays, reacting to in-game moments, and general reading of PA announcements
• Strong verbal and public speaking skills
• Ability to both follow a script and ad-lib
• Proficiency in multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to attend all Charlotte Hornets home games, including preseason and postseason, which could fall on any day of the week, including holidays

Additional Information

• This is a part-time, annual position with the option to renew at the conclusion of each contract year.
• Selected candidate will also be eligible to participate in voice-over projects and appearances throughout the duration of the contract
• We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. All requests for medical or religious accommodations to perform the stated job duties will be considered.