Job Title: In-Arena Reporter/Producer – Colorado Avalanche - Contract
Department: Game Presentation
Business Unit: Marketing
Location: Denver, Colorado
Reports To: Head of Experiential Marketing & Game Presentation
Employment Type: Temporary - Independent Contractor -- Variable Hours – Game Rate
Supervisor Position: No
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Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) is an American Sports and Entertainment holding company based in Denver, Colorado. KSE is committed to providing world class sports and entertainment for both live and broadcast audiences. We are the employer of choice as the owner and operator of Ball Arena, DICK’S Sporting Goods Park, the Paramount Theatre, Denver Nuggets (NBA), the Colorado Avalanche (NHL), Colorado Mammoth (NLL), Colorado Rapids (MLS), KIMN,KXKL, KKSE (FM/AM), Altitude Sports & Entertainment, Major League Fishing/Fishing League Worldwide (MLFLW), Winnercomm, Outdoor Sportsman Group and SkyCam.
Nature of Work:
This is a temporary independent contractor role that will fill in for our current In-Arena Reporter. Start and end dates are on an as needed basis. Availability to work between March – August. *Start and end dates may vary based on business needs. *
The In-Arena Reporter and Producer is responsible for producing and hosting the Avs Insight Pre-Game and Intermission shows at all Colorado Avalanche home games at Ball Arena. All of the shows are live, and there is no teleprompter available. The ideal candidate has solid knowledge about hockey, the Avalanche, and the NHL, plus has previous reporting and hosting experience. Script writing, on-mic hosting, interviews, and video producing are all major parts of this role.
Schedule will be game days, including morning skates, and some hours and duties on non-game days as well, including the potential to host other events outside of games.
Examples of work performed:
- Writes all scripts for the Pre-Game and Intermission Avs Insight Shows, including graphics requests
- Manages all video content and edits needed for the shows
- Covers and reports on other events for Marketing, Sponsorship, Youth Hockey, and Community Relations
- Assists AltitudeTV with any sideline reporting or studio hosting needs
- Assists the Game Presentation team with game day timing and overall show production
This description is a summary only and highlights the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all inclusive. The duties of this position may change based on business needs. The Company reserves the right to add or remove duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.
Working Conditions & Physical Demands:
- Typical Office Conditions
- Work in a loud and high-energy environment
- Will be on-camera and on-mic in front of over 18,000 fans
- Minimum
- Journalism, Broadcast or related degree
- 1-3 years of experience being on-camera and on-mic
- 1-3 of Producing experience
- Applicants must send a video reel that displays relevant experience
- Applications must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire
- Preferred
- Experience as a reporter/host with an NHL or AHL club
- Experience as a reporter/host with a professional team
Competencies/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Maintain a positive, professional on-camera and behind-the-scenes presence in a fast-paced, live game environment
- Exercise discretion and uphold a high level of confidentiality with team, league, and broadcast information
- Execute assignments accurately and on deadline, often under live-broadcast and in-game time constraints
- Work independently while also collaborating effectively with producers, team PR, and operations staff, demonstrating sound editorial judgment
- Communicate clearly and effectively both verbally (on-air and in interviews) and in writing (scripts and rundowns)
- Build and maintain strong interpersonal relationships with players, coaches, staff, and broadcast partners
- Manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously, prioritize in real time, and adapt quickly to changing game situations and production needs
Contract Dates & Compensation:
- Generic availability dates would range from March – July. *Start and end dates may vary based on position and business needs. *
- $1,000 per game day
- $35 per hour on non-game days
- Must be available to work for all Avalanche home games
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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