Play-by-Play Broadcaster Announcer ( Collegiate Sports )

Cosmic Sports

 

Collegiate Baseball Experience, LLC., combines competitive sports and entertainment to deliver a one-of-a-kind fan experience through its innovative portfolio of teams under the Cosmic Sports umbrella. The Chilly Peppers and Neon Miracles drop the puck on the inaugural Cosmic Hockey Takeover Tour in December 2026, and the Chili Peppers, Glow Mojis, Popstars, and Super Heroes begin the second Cosmic Baseball Takeover Tour in March 2027.
This is a full-time position that requires weekly travel and relocation to the Richmond/Petersburg area. The company will cover all flights, ground transportation, lodging, and some meals. 

As a Cosmic Sports Broadcaster, you will work directly with the Director of Broadcasting and play an integral role in the broadcasts of Cosmic Sports during the 2027 Cosmic Takeover Tour.

You will be the voice and storyteller of the Cosmic Sports experience for all games streamed via YouTube or other networks. The person in this role will need to have a deep sports knowledge base, and be able to present the game experience in an entertaining, immersive, and captivating manner.  This position will be directly in the Broadcast Department, but also must work across the Media and Entertainment Departments. The Cosmic Takeover Tour will be every weekend from mid-March through mid-November.
Please include a link to a demo reel that highlights your broadcasting experience and style. We are looking for a showcase of your talent, versatility, creativity, and energy. 
Key Responsibilities
  • Serve as the primary play-by-play broadcaster for all Cosmic Sports games on overlap weekends (50-60 games), and secondary broadcaster for all prime weekends.
  • Host pregame and postgame shows.
  • Host and produce daily feature elements for each tour stop.
  • Edit audio and video elements, including highlights and interviews.
  • Write feature stories for the website.
  • Assist the Broadcast Department in pushing the envelope creatively for each broadcast.
Qualifications
  • 1-2 years’ experience in play-by-play broadcasting.
  • Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Premiere Pro, InDesign preferred.
  • Experience with social media marketing.
  • Prior show hosting experience for broadcasts, entertainment shows, or festivals.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work as a team player with a friendly personality.
  • Strong customer service skills.
  • Ability to multitask.
Ideal Candidate Traits:
  • Outgoing personality that makes engagement with fans and players natural.
  • Possesses a growth mindset and is always seeking opportunities to learn and improve.
  • A natural problem-solver who stays calm under pressure and adapts quickly.
  • Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • Multi-talented person who can add to the overall entertainment experience.
This position goes far beyond normal play-by-play broadcasting. The right person for this role will be an entertainer at heart who is willing to take complete ownership of their broadcast. That includes calling the game, but may also include production elements as well. 
Compensation

  • Salary Range: 40,000- 45,000/year

  • Tour: The organization will cover flight, ground transportation, lodging and food per diem for staff that travel to tour locations.
  • Healthcare optional plan
  • Option to participate in a 401K
  • Vacation and sick leave time accrual
Start date
  • March 8, 2027
Time Commitment
  • 9am-5pm Monday-Friday in person at Cosmic City, 22 N Market Street, Petersburg, VA.
  • As preparation for the season picks up, hours outside of 9am-5pm and over the weekend will be required.
  • During the season, evening, night and weekend hours will be required based on the game schedule, tour needs, community events, special projects, and more.
  • Travel to tour stops for up to a week at a time or longer.

To apply for this job please visit www.teamworkonline.com.