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                                    In-Game Host (Swamp Squad)

 

Role Summary

Are you a charismatic performer with a passion for creating unforgettable experiences? Join the Toledo Mud Hens and Walleye as our In-game Host and become the heartbeat of excitement at Fifth Third Field and the Huntington Center! In this dynamic role, you'll engage with fans, spark lively interactions, and ensure every game is a thrilling event. Embrace the chance to work a mix of days, evenings, weekends, and holidays while making a lasting impression on our dedicated audience. If you thrive in a high-energy environment and love bringing joy to others, this is your perfect opportunity! 

 

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Serve as emcee for selected Mud Hens and Walleye home games.  Welcoming fans, introducing various in-game activities, promotions, and entertainment segments.
  • Engage with fans throughout the game, leading chants, and encouraging participation in cheers and team spirit activities.
  • Foster a sense of community and excitement among attendees.
  • Organize and execute on-field contests, promotions, and giveaways during breaks in the action, coordinating with game operations staff and sponsors as needed.
  • Seamlessly incorporate sponsor messages and promotions into the in-game entertainment experience, maintaining a balance between engaging content and commercial messaging.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Must have strong knowledge of baseball and hockey; including rules and players and have the ability to work with the game day staff, referees, mascots and statisticians.
  • Must feel comfortable being on camera and talking to large crowds on a microphone.
  • Ability to frequently go outside of your comfort zone.
  • Must be able to attend the selected home games needed and arrive two hours before game time.

Skills and Competencies:

  • Strong vocal talent
  • Charismatic personality and a great sense of humor; contagious personality.
  • Dynamic and unique presentation style.
  • Spontaneous and quick witted.
  • Energetic and at ease with a crowd.
  • Unique and definitive personality.

Work Environment: 

  • Occasionally lifting promotional items and props needed, weighing up to 25 pounds.
  • Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, etc. for duration of the shift.
  • Game days will be outdoors in all types of weather conditions, including exposure to sun and heat.

 

 

The organization complies with all federal and state laws concerning the employment of persons with disabilities and acts in accordance with regulations and guidance issued by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). We do not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities in regard to application procedures, hiring, advancement, discharge, compensation, training or other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. We will provide reasonable accommodation to assist qualified employees and applicants for employment with disabilities.