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Colgate University · 4 months ago

Public Address Announcer

Hamilton, NY

Part-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$25/hr - $25/hr

1+ years exp

Colgate University is a highly selective residential liberal arts institution that offers unique employment opportunities. They are seeking a Public Address Announcer to serve as the official in-game voice for various athletic home events, providing clear and enthusiastic announcements while adhering to institutional policies.

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Work & Life Balance

Responsibilities

Serve as the official in-game voice for various Colgate athletic home events, including but not limited to football, basketball, ice hockey, and other sports as assigned

Announce starting lineups, in-game action, substitutions, fouls, and other game-related information in a clear, articulate, and enthusiastic manner

Follow game scripts provided by the Athletics Marketing team, ensuring proper sponsor mentions, promotional reads, and special announcements

Work closely with game operations staff, statisticians, and officials to ensure accurate and timely delivery of information

Maintain a professional and neutral demeanor while announcing, avoiding bias towards any team

Adapt announcements as needed based on game flow, audience engagement, and emergency situations

Adhere to NCAA, conference, and institutional policies and protocols regarding public address announcing

Qualification

Public Address AnnouncingPublic SpeakingRadio BroadcastingTelevision BroadcastingProfessionalismAdaptabilityTeam Collaboration

Required

6 months to 1 year of experience in public address announcing, or related experience in radio and/or television broadcasting

Strong public speaking skills, with the ability to communicate clearly, confidently, and efficiently in a live setting

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic sports environment

2 or more years of successful experience in public address announcing or similar media-related roles

Preferred

High School Diploma/GED or higher

Benefits

Sick leave

Paid time off

Free parking

University ‘Gate Card that provides access to fitness facilities, athletic and cultural events, as well as a discount on many items at the University Bookstore