Chicago Union

Chicago Union

Game Day Host / On-Field Emcee / Hype

Chicago Union - Part Time
Evanston · IL
Event Management: Event Promotions
The On-Field Host / Emcee / Hype person is a key member of the gameday operations crew, responsible for improving fans' in-game experience leading the execution of all fan-facing pregame activities and in-game promotions. The ideal Host/Emcee must be energetic, outgoing, and enthusiastic and be comfortable engaging large crowds and fans of all ages.

The Host/Emcee will report directly to the Events Director and General Manager and work alongside the gameday operations crew to ensure a high-quality production.   

Job Qualifications: 
  • Strong stage presence and comfortable engaging large crowds. 
  • Ability to memorize scripts with the capacity to improvise. 
  • Ability to plan and execute fan activations and music selection.
  • On-camera experience is a plus. 
 
Working as the emcee requires you to be the primary entertainer for the team during all Union home games on weekends between May and July (https://watchufa.com/union/schedule).

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.

Job Questions:

  1. Why do you want to work for the Chicago Union?

  2. What are you most skilled in?

  3. Briefly describe your experience as an emcee, sports host, hype person, or onstage talent.

  4. What city do you live in? If Chicago, what neighborhood/zip code?

  5. REQUIRED: Please upload a 30-45 second recording of yourself with your elevator pitch, and share the link below.