Position: Kansas City Royals – Game Crew (Part-time position)
DESCRIPTION: The Kansas City Royals are looking for part-time, seasonal staff to serve in the role of Game Crew members. This position assists the Royals Game Entertainment department to help execute all facets of pre-game ceremonies and in-game elements, including National Anthems, First Pitches, Special Presentations, and the Hot Dog Derby.
Game day responsibilities:
· Pre-game:
o Attend pre-game meetings, receive game duties, review all necessary items, and receive instructions
o Meet all pre-game participants and thoroughly explain field instructions
o Execute assigned pre-game ceremonies and live shots
o Prepare for in-game features, pick contestants, set up props, etc.
· In-game:
o Execute assigned in-game features/contests
o Execute live shots, presentations and other duties assigned
o Assist the in-stadium host
· Post-game:
o Assist with any scheduled post-game ceremonies or performances
o Wrap-up & clean space as needed
Special event Responsibilities:
- Possible Duties:
- Set up/breakdown event space
- Check in participants, run participants to designated locations
- Assist with any promotions or ceremonies
REQUIREMENTS:
· General understanding/passion for live events with knowledge of the game of baseball and the Royals
· Currently enrolled or graduate of post-secondary programs in Sports Management, Marketing, Broadcast Radio & Television, Communications, or Hospitality are an asset
· Positive thinking and attitude with excellent communication and problem-solving skills
· Ability to take direction, think on their feet and stay calm in stressful situations while displaying first class customer service
· Able to commit to at least 40 home games including Opening Day
· Attend all mandatory meetings and rehearsals prior to and during the 2026 season
· Flexible evening/weekend/holiday schedule
· Candidates must have reliable transportation and live in or close to the Kansas City area
Physical Requirements:
• Ability to lift items weighing as much as 25 pounds
• Must be able to be productive utilizing a computer keyboard and telephone
• Must be able to be productive in a work environment where the noise level can be high at times
• Must be comfortable walking to navigate the facility to access the office, concourse, etc.
• Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as required by deadlines and event scheduling
The physical demands described here are representative of those that may be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
This role is a Part-Time, Non-Exempt opportunity that is not eligible for Company Benefits, 401K, and PTO. The schedule for this position is dependent on our team schedule and is subject to change.
We also afford equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability. For this reason, the Kansas City Royals will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant consistent with its legal obligations to do so, including reasonable accommodations applicable local, state and / or federal law. As part of its commitment to make reasonable accommodations, the Club also wishes to participate in a timely, good faith, interactive process with a disabled applicant to determine effective reasonable accommodations, if any, which can be made in response to a request for accommodations. Applicants are invited to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made to assist them to perform the essential functions of the position they seek. Any applicant who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions please inquire with Human Resources by email at
[email protected].
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
