Overview

The Coachella Valley Lakers are aiming to build the most entertaining environment in sports. We are looking for some enthusiastic, outgoing, and responsible folks to serve as members of the CV Lakers Courtside Crew for the 2026-2027 season. This position provides a great opportunity to interact with our fans while learning about the operations of a professional basketball team. These members will assist with in-game promotions, contests, on-court performances, and other activities during each Laker home game. 

This role will pay an hourly rate of $23.00 

Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching. 

This position will remain open until December 4, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside the Game Presentation Manager to execute all entertainment elements during Coachella Valley Lakers home games. 
• Create an exciting, high-energy atmosphere by engaging with fans before, during, and after games through interactive promotions, contests, and entertainment. 
• Serve as enthusiastic ambassadors of the Coachella Valley Lakers brand by delivering exceptional fan experiences and memorable moments. 
• Energize the crowd through dancing, crowd prompts, giveaways, on-court activities, and participation during game breaks, timeouts, quarter breaks, and halftime. 
• Recruit contestants and encourage fan participation throughout the arena for in-game promotions, contests, and interactive experiences. 
• Assist with the setup, staging, transportation, organization, and breakdown of all game presentation props, promotional items, and equipment. 
• Maintain awareness of the live game timeline by following production cues and ensuring all entertainment elements begin and conclude on schedule. 
• Communicate effectively with the Game Presentation team, DJ, PA announcer, production crew, and arena staff to ensure seamless execution of all in-game entertainment. 
• Assist with inventory, preparation, and distribution of promotional items, fan giveaways, and sponsor materials. 
• Support special events, community appearances, playoff games, and additional team events as assigned. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in sports entertainment, promotions, dance, cheer, theater, live events, or customer engagement is preferred but not required. 
• Must be outgoing, energetic, and comfortable interacting with large crowds. 
• Able to maintain a positive attitude and have a passion for creating unforgettable fan experiences. 
• Strong stage presence with the confidence to dance, entertain, and engage fans of all ages. 
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to remain organized and perform efficiently in a fast-paced, live event environment. 
• Strong time management skills with the ability to adapt quickly to changing game situations and production schedules. 
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment. 
• Reliable, punctual, and professional in appearance and conduct. 
• Ability to walk and/or stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull heavy equipment.
• Ability to climb up and down stairs multiple times during a shift.
• Must be able to work a minimum of 80% of Coachella Valley Lakers home games.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.