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How much do game day coordinator jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for game day coordinator in the United States is $57,869.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,500.00 and $69,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a game day coordinator?

Game Day Coordinators are professionals responsible for organizing and managing all logistical aspects of sporting events on the day they occur. Their duties typically include coordinating with staff, overseeing event setup and breakdown, ensuring fan safety, and handling in-game promotions. They serve as the main point of contact for vendors, teams, and venue management to ensure the event runs smoothly. Game Day Coordinators must be highly organized, able to handle unexpected issues, and capable of working in fast-paced environments.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a game day coordinator?

To thrive as a Game Day Coordinator, you need strong organizational skills, event planning experience, and a background in sports management or a related field. Familiarity with event management software, scheduling tools, and communication platforms is typically required. Excellent interpersonal skills, adaptability, and problem-solving abilities help you manage teams and respond to unexpected challenges during live events. These skills ensure seamless event execution, enhance the fan experience, and maintain a professional and safe environment.

What challenges does a game day coordinator face during events?

Game Day Coordinators often manage multiple moving parts, such as coordinating staff, troubleshooting last-minute issues, and ensuring smooth communication between departments like security, concessions, and operations. Unexpected changes—like weather delays or technical difficulties—are common, so adaptability and quick decision-making are crucial. To address these challenges, coordinators rely on detailed planning, clear communication channels, and established contingency plans to keep the event on track and ensure a positive experience for both staff and attendees.

What is the difference between Game Day Coordinator vs Event Staff?

AspectGame Day CoordinatorEvent Staff
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; experience in event management or sports preferredVaries; often no formal credentials required
Work EnvironmentSports venues, stadiums, arenas during game daysVarious event locations, including stadiums, community events, and festivals
Employer & IndustrySports teams, leagues, stadiumsEvent management companies, venues, festivals
Common Search & ComparisonGame Day Coordinator vs Event Staff

The Game Day Coordinator typically has more responsibilities in planning, coordinating, and overseeing game day operations, requiring some experience or credentials. In contrast, Event Staff usually perform support roles during events, with less emphasis on planning. Both roles work in similar environments like stadiums and venues, but the Coordinator's role is more focused on management and logistics, while Event Staff focus on execution and customer service.

What does a game day coordinator do?

A game day coordinator is responsible for organizing and managing all aspects of event day operations for sports or entertainment events. This includes coordinating staff, overseeing logistics, ensuring safety protocols are followed, and resolving any issues that arise during the event. Strong organizational skills and familiarity with event management tools are essential for this role.
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Infographic showing various Game Day Coordinator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 25% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,869 per year, or $27.8 per hour.

Stage Manager (Part-Time Game Crew)

Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment

Gloucester City, NJ

$15.92/hr

Part-time

Posted 15 days ago


Job description


POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Game Presentation & Entertainment Stage Managers (Game Crew) assist with all game day needs during Philadelphia 76ers home games such as coordination and execution of all on-court performances, activations, and promotions in addition to set-up, breakdown, and organizing promotional/prizing items.

Game Presentation & Entertainment is the execution arm of Group Sales, Sponsorship Activation, Ticket Sales & Service, Marketing Operations, and Social Responsibility. Also inclusive of Delaware Blue Coats home games, where further opportunities will be available to gain greater experience at the G-League level when it comes to Game Presentation, Entertainment & Live Production.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED, TO THE BELOW:

  • The primary responsibility of the Game Presentation & Entertainment Stage Manager (Game Crew) is to execute all in-game elements for 76ers and Blue Coats home games.
  • Setting up and breaking down all on-court and in-arena activations.
  • Assist in keeping all game day props and operational materials organized, in good condition and stored appropriately before, during and after each game
  • Coordinating with groups that participate in on-court presentations, promotions and/or activations pre-game, in-game & post-game
  • Assist in the various elements associated with the game presentation such as the Color Guard Presentation, National Anthem Performance, Halftime Acts
  • Fan interactive elements including selection of contestants for on-court & in-stands activations
  • Ensure all equipment is set up for game day staff, stats crew, and NBA officials

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Must be available to work all 76ers home games
  • Flexible schedule with the ability to workdays, nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Must have reliable transportation
  • Must be punctual, have strong work ethic and ability to follow instructions
  • Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills as well as written and verbal skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Creative and proactive problem solver
  • Must be available for at least 20 hours a week (in-season)
  • Be able to work well in a team environment

WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • Work Environment: This position generally requires that work primarily be performed from the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, PA and the Chase Fieldhouse in Wilmington, DE.
  • Physical Requirements: This position requires the ability to move items up to 25 lbs each game night; stand and move throughout the Xfinity Mobile Arena and the Chase Fieldhouse for approximately 4-6 hours each shift.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
The pay rate for this position at commencement of employment is $15.92/hour. This position will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

This position will be an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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.

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