Public Address Announcer

Job Overview (Part-Time)

The Lehigh Valley IronPigs are looking for a dynamic and engaging individual to serve as the team’s Public Address Announcer at Coca-Cola Park in Allentown, PA. The P.A. Announcer is an integral part of the game day fan experience, whether it’s communicating the status of gameplay, reading pre-written advertising scripts, or enhancing entertainment with commentary to our thousands of fans in attendance. *This is not a broadcaster/play-by-play position*

Responsibilities

- Serve as Public Address Announcer for all 75 IronPigs home games as part of the Coca-Cola Park control room crew.

- Clearly communicate team information during gameplay including introducing player plate appearances, lineup changes, defensive substitutions, delays and more.

- Must have a strong knowledge of the rules of baseball and understand the cadence of baseball game operations.

- Read sponsorship scripts as written.

- Must have a clear speaking voice and pronounce written copy correctly.

- Provide commentary during in-between inning games as needed.

- Calmly communicate necessary information during emergency situations.

- Be able to arrive at least 90 minutes prior to scheduled game time.

- Be able to clearly communicate with co-workers in the control room.

- Make additional announcements as necessary at the direction of the control room director/producer.

Qualifications

- Prior on-mic experience required (Prior public address experience preferred. Experience as play-by-play or on-air reporter is acceptable).

- Prior public speaking experience a plus.

- Available to work all 75 IronPigs home games.

- Local candidates preferred.

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.