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Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents. 

The Coachella Valley Lakers are aiming to build the most entertaining environment in sports. We are looking for some enthusiastic, outgoing, and responsible folks to serve as members of the CV Lakers Courtside Crew for the 2026-2027 season. This position provides a great opportunity to interact with our fans while learning about the operations of a professional basketball team. These members will assist with in-game promotions, contests, on-court performances, and other activities during each Laker home game. 

This role will pay an hourly rate of $23.00 

Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching. 

This position will remain open until December 4, 2026.

America’s hottest music festival destination finally has the world-class arena it deserves. Now open, Acrisure Arena provides the greater Palm Springs area of Southern California with a premiere 11,000+ capacity venue hosting the biggest artists and acts on the planet. We are #TheCoolestSpot in the desert, designed specifically for hockey and made for concerts, Acrisure Arena provides top-tier hospitality, artist amenities, and all the benefits of a modern music and sports venue to the Coachella Valley.

The Coachella Valley Lakers are the newest addition to the rapidly growing sports and entertainment landscape in the Coachella Valley. Formerly known as the South Bay Lakers, the team serves as the official NBA G League affiliate of the Los Angeles Lakers, one of the most iconic and successful franchises in global sports. Founded in 2006 as the Los Angeles D-Fenders, the organization has built a strong reputation for developing elite talent, supporting the NBA pipeline, and delivering a high level of competition within the G League. 

Backed by the championship legacy and global brand of the Los Angeles Lakers, the Coachella Valley Lakers embody a culture rooted in excellence, innovation, and player development. This legacy, combined with Oak View Group’s success in launching Acrisure Arena and the Coachella Valley Firebirds in 2022, created a powerful foundation for continued growth. This foundation positions the Coachella Valley Lakers to build on an established track record while supporting the development of future NBA talent.  

The transition to the Coachella Valley marks an exciting new chapter for the franchise, aligning with the region’s emergence as a premier destination for sports and live entertainment. Since the opening of Acrisure Arena in 2022, the desert has experienced significant momentum, highlighted by the success of the Coachella Valley Firebirds and a growing calendar of world-class events. This expansion reflects a broader vision to establish the Valley as a dynamic hub for professional sports, community engagement, and unforgettable fan experiences.

The Coachella Valley Lakers will be managed by OVG in a similar fashion to the Coachella Valley Firebirds. The team will play a vital role in connecting with local fans, supporting regional development, and enhancing the overall sports scene in the desert. Fueled by Coachella Valley’s energy, talent, and love for sports, the Coachella Valley Lakers are perfectly positioned to amplify the next chapter of professional sports and the continued pursuit of entertainment in the region.

• Work alongside the Game Presentation Manager to execute all entertainment elements during Coachella Valley Lakers home games. 
• Create an exciting, high-energy atmosphere by engaging with fans before, during, and after games through interactive promotions, contests, and entertainment. 
• Serve as enthusiastic ambassadors of the Coachella Valley Lakers brand by delivering exceptional fan experiences and memorable moments. 
• Energize the crowd through dancing, crowd prompts, giveaways, on-court activities, and participation during game breaks, timeouts, quarter breaks, and halftime. 
• Recruit contestants and encourage fan participation throughout the arena for in-game promotions, contests, and interactive experiences. 
• Assist with the setup, staging, transportation, organization, and breakdown of all game presentation props, promotional items, and equipment. 
• Maintain awareness of the live game timeline by following production cues and ensuring all entertainment elements begin and conclude on schedule. 
• Communicate effectively with the Game Presentation team, DJ, PA announcer, production crew, and arena staff to ensure seamless execution of all in-game entertainment. 
• Assist with inventory, preparation, and distribution of promotional items, fan giveaways, and sponsor materials. 
• Support special events, community appearances, playoff games, and additional team events as assigned. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Previous experience in sports entertainment, promotions, dance, cheer, theater, live events, or customer engagement is preferred but not required. 
• Must be outgoing, energetic, and comfortable interacting with large crowds. 
• Able to maintain a positive attitude and have a passion for creating unforgettable fan experiences. 
• Strong stage presence with the confidence to dance, entertain, and engage fans of all ages. 
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to remain organized and perform efficiently in a fast-paced, live event environment. 
• Strong time management skills with the ability to adapt quickly to changing game situations and production schedules. 
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment. 
• Reliable, punctual, and professional in appearance and conduct. 
• Ability to walk and/or stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull heavy equipment.
• Ability to climb up and down stairs multiple times during a shift.
• Must be able to work a minimum of 80% of Coachella Valley Lakers home games.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.