Sky cares 50/50 RAFFLE ambassador DESCRIPTION
The WNBA Chicago Sky is seeking excited, outgoing, and dedicated candidates that will interact with the general public while being an integral part of ongoing community relations and operations efforts. Our CR volunteers will gain hands-on experience planning and executing Sky Cares activations involving all 2024 Sky home games, community events, and player/coach community appearances.
Note: While this position gives you invaluable experience in the sports industry, it is an unpaid position. Academic credit is available upon request.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Sky Cares will conduct 50/50 raffles benefiting the Sky Cares Foundation at Chicago Sky Basketball home games and other select athletic events. Fifty percent of the net proceeds from each event's raffle ticket sales will go to one lucky fan and the remainder will support Sky Cares Foundation. Tickets will be sold by Sky Care 50/50 Raffle Sellers by mobile sellers located throughout the arena. Sky Cares is seeking highly motivated, task-oriented individuals to fill game day 50/50 Raffle ambassador positions. These individuals will work with the Community engagement manager to enhance the game day experience. The position requires morning, evening and weekend hours as scheduled for Chicago Sky Basketball home games.
50/50 Raffle Sellers will be responsible for:
- Approaching fans pregame and in-game to explain the details of the 50/50 Raffle program and offer the opportunity to purchase tickets,
- Answer fan questions regarding the raffle program, as well as basic Sky Cares Foundation information
- Accurately facilitate the sale and distribution of raffle tickets, following program requirements,
- Turn in all cash and tickets throughout and at the end of the event,
- Accurately handle the reconciliation of tickets sold and financials,
- Understand the mission of the Sky Cares Foundation
- Represent the Sky Cares Foundation and Chicago Sky as a brand ambassador.
REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must be eligible to work Chicago Sky Home games
- Able to walk or stand for long periods of time and climb stairs
- Enthusiastic, approachable and self-motivated
- Strong verbal communication skills
- High school diploma or equivalent education, some college preferred
- Must be able to take and follow directions well
- Detail oriented and strong organization skills
- Above average communication skills
- Highly self-motivated and outgoing
- Candidates must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- Must have reliable transportation.
- Prior customer service or sales experience is a plus
2024 50/50 Raffler seller Regular-Season Schedule
Week 1 - 4hrs
Saturday, May 25, vs. Connecticut, 7:00 PM – 4hrs
Week 2 - 8hrs total
Tuesday, May 28, vs. Seattle, 7:00 PM
Thursday, May 30, vs. Los Angeles, 7:00 PM
Week 3 - 8hrs total
Tuesday, June 4, vs. New York, 7:00 PM**
Saturday, June 8, vs. Atlanta, 4:00 PM**
Week 4 - 4hrs total
Wednesday, June 12, vs. Connecticut, 7:00 PM**
Week 5 - 4hrs total
Thursday, June 20, vs. Dallas, 11:00 AM
Week 6 - 8hrs total
Sunday, June 23, vs. Indiana, 5:00 PM
Thursday, June 27, vs. Las Vegas, 6:00 PM
Week 7 - 4hrs total
Sunday, June 30, vs. Minnesota, 2:00 PM
Week 8 - 8hrs total
Wednesday, July 10, vs. Atlanta, 11:00 AM
Saturday, July 13, vs. New York, 12:00 PM
Week 9 - 4hrs total
Thursday, August 15, vs. Phoenix, 7:00 PM
Week 10 - 12hrs total
Sunday, August 25, vs. Las Vegas, 11:00 AM
Wednesday, August 28, vs. Washington, 7:00 PM
Friday, August 30, vs. Indiana, 6:30 PM
Week 11 - 4hrs total
Friday, September 6, vs. Los Angeles, 8:30 PM
Week 12 - 8hrs total
Sunday, September 8, vs. Dallas, 5:00 PM
Wednesday, September 11, vs. Washington, 7:00 PM
Week 13 - 4hrs total
Sunday, September 15, vs. Phoenix, 5:00 PM
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
