Baseball PA Announcer

Job Description

Job Description

Overview:

The Holly Springs Salamanders are seeking a skilled individual to serve as the announcer for sponsored promotions, player introductions (home and visiting), and the official script during all Holly Springs Salamanders home games and select special events. This role requires the ability to follow direction and adapt quickly to last-minute changes typical of live events.

Candidates must have a clear, professional speaking voice and be available to work all 32 Holly Springs Salamanders home games.

Previous experience as a PA Announcer or host is required.

Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Game Announcements:

  • Introduce players, coaches, umpires, and special guests.
  • Provide real-time updates on game action, such as at-bats, pitching changes, and scoring plays.
  • Deliver pregame and postgame announcements, including lineups, ceremonial events, and sponsor acknowledgments.

• Fan Engagement:

  • Energize and entertain fans with lively and professional commentary.
  • Announce between-inning promotions, contests, and special activities.

• Compliance:

  • Ensure all announcements comply with league and team policies, including promotional and sponsor messaging.
  • Follow scripts for scheduled activities while remaining flexible for unscripted situations.

• Game Operations:

  • Collaborate with the game-day staff, including the scoreboard operator, music director, and on-field hosts, to maintain smooth transitions and synchronization.
  • Adjust tone and pace of announcements to align with the game atmosphere.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Voice and Delivery:

  • Strong, clear, and professional speaking voice with excellent diction.
  • Ability to project enthusiasm, energy, and confidence in a high-energy environment.
  • Comfortable speaking to large crowds with poise and charisma.

• Baseball Knowledge:

  • Thorough understanding of baseball rules, terminology, and game flow.
  • Ability to anticipate and communicate game-related information accurately and promptly.

• Technical Skills:

  • Familiarity with PA systems and microphones.
  • Ability to quickly adapt to and follow scripts, schedules, or live game developments.

• Professionalism:

  • Ability to remain composed and professional under pressure.
  • Comfortable taking direction and adjusting to changing circumstances during games.

• Availability:

  • Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required during the baseball season.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience as a public address announcer, broadcaster, or emcee in a sports or entertainment setting.
• A background in radio, communications, or voice work.
• Familiarity with Minor League Baseball operations or similar live event settings

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Vocal Performance:
  Sustained Speaking: Frequent and extended use of the voice to make announcements throughout the game.
  Clear Enunciation: Consistent and precise speech delivery, requiring strong vocal control.
  Volume Control: Ability to project the voice clearly and audibly over crowd noise without strain.
• Sitting and Stationary Work:
  Seated Work: The majority of the role involves sitting in the press box while announcing.
  Repetitive Tasks: Regular operation of a microphone or other communication devices during the game.
• Visual and Auditory Focus:
  Sharp Hearing: Ability to listen to game cues, staff communication, and crowd activity to respond appropriately.
  Visual Monitoring: Maintaining focus on the game and scoreboard to ensure accurate and timely announcements.
• Cognitive and Environmental Factors:
  Mental Agility: Quick thinking and multitasking to adapt to real-time events and last-minute changes.
  Noise Tolerance: Comfort working in a high-energy, noisy stadium environment.

Work Conditions: The work conditions and characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Game-Day Atmosphere: Work in a lively, fast-paced stadium environment with high noise levels.
• Schedule: Typical shifts align with home game schedules and may include extended hours.
• Equipment Use: Operate from the press box using professional-grade PA equipment.

Pre-Employment Information:

• A pre-employment drug screening is required.
• Capitol Broadcasting Company participates in E-Verify.

EEO Statement:

Capitol Broadcasting Company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

CBC Statement:

Capitol Broadcasting Company, Inc. is a diversified communications company which owns and/or operates WRAL-TV, WRAZ-TV, WRAL-FM, WRAL-HD2, WNGT-CD, WCMC-FM, WCMC-HD1, WDNC-AM, WCMC-HD2, WCMC-HD3, WCLY-AM, WCMC-HD4, Microspace, and WRAL Digital in Raleigh, NC; WILM-TV, WILT-LD and Sunrise Broadcasting in Wilmington, NC; The Durham Bulls Baseball Club, Bull City Hospitality, and Coastal Plain League in Durham, NC; The Holly Springs Salamanders in Holly Springs, NC; The Greenville Yard Gnomes in Greenville, NC; the American Underground startup hub in Durham, NC; and real estate interests including the American Tobacco Historic District in Durham, NC; Rocky Mount Mills in Rocky Mount, NC; MoJud Lofts in Greensboro, NC; and The Thread in Rock Hill, SC.

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