Game Night Staff: In-Arena Host (Part-Time/Seasonal)

monumentalsports

Washington, DC 20004 · Washington

Posted Jul 27, 2026

Part-time
Wiz - Marketing

Job description

Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE) is one of the leading integrated sports and entertainment companies globally. MSE’s portfolio spans premier professional sports teams, world-class venues, and next-generation media properties, with marquee assets including the NHL’s Washington Capitals, NBA’s Washington Wizards, WNBA’s Washington Mystics, NBA G League’s Capital City Go-Go, Capital One Arena, and Monumental Sports Network, along with an investment in Team Liquid.

Rooted in the nation’s capital, MSE brings Washington, D.C's distinct influence, ambition, and leadership to the global sports and entertainment landscape. The company harnesses the power of its platform to drive continuous innovation and deliver extraordinary experiences that inspire and unite our community, our fans, and our people. 

Our success is powered by talented people who bring passion, creativity, and collaboration to everything they do. If you're looking to build your career in a dynamic, fast-paced organization that's shaping the future of sports and entertainment, we'd love to hear from you.

Position Overview:

The Washington Wizards In-Arena Host will work with the Game Presentation team to deliver an engaging fan experience, serving as an in-arena host and on-camera personality for all preseason, regular season, and playoff home games.

Are you an experienced Game Presentation professional with a passion for sports? We'd love to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

Execute live game entertainment elements, including on-court promotions, fan contests, and sponsored activations as outlined in the game script and rundown.
Attend pre-game meetings and rehearsals with the Game Presentation team to support the successful execution of all game presentation elements.
Represent the organization at community, season ticket member, and sponsor events, including emceeing appearances and potentially conducting interviews with players, coaches, and basketball operations staff.
Host will hold themselves in a professional manner in all interactions with staff, guests, and the public, including activity across social media channels.
Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

2+ years of hosting/announcing experience preferred (game entertainment a plus) with a strong, professional on-camera presence.
Applicants interested in the position must submit a demo reel for consideration. Selected finalists will be invited to participate in an in-person audition as part of the final selection process.
Available for all home games and select appearances, with flexibility for nights, weekends, and holidays.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to generate energy and engage audiences through voice and presence.
Knowledge of the Wizards franchise and NBA rules preferred.
Adaptable, coachable, and highly motivated self-starter.
Creative, high-energy personality comfortable in fast-paced environments.

Pay Rate: $80.00 USD/hour

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.