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Seasonal Events & Game Day Coordinator
Battle Creek Battle Jacks - Northwoods League
A Southpaw Ventures Company
About the Role
The Battle Creek Battle Jacks, a proud member of the Northwoods League, are seeking an energetic and highly organized Seasonal Events & Game Day Coordinator to help lead the execution of the organization's rapidly growing game day, hospitality, and fan engagement operation throughout the summer season.
This role is ideal for an early-career sports or live events professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and wants hands-on experience across game presentation, theme nights, sponsor activations, hospitality, and stadium operations. The Seasonal Events & Game Day Coordinator will serve as a key operational leader throughout the summer, helping ensure that every event at MCCU Field is organized, energetic, fan-focused, and professionally executed.
The position will work closely with front office leadership across operations, hospitality, marketing, ticketing, and community engagement, while also helping oversee seasonal interns and game day staff.
This is a unique opportunity to gain real responsibility inside a growing sports and entertainment organization with potential long-term growth opportunities within Southpaw Ventures.
Position Overview
The Seasonal Events & Game Day Coordinator will support the planning, coordination, and execution of Battle Jacks home games, theme nights, concerts, sponsor activations, hospitality events, and community programming throughout the 2026 season.
On game days, this role will help lead operational execution across the ballpark and serve as a central point of coordination between staff, interns, vendors, sponsors, and front office leadership. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, calm under pressure, and excited to help create memorable summer experiences for fans and partners.
Primary Responsibilities
Game Day & Event Execution

• Assist in the execution of all Battle Jacks home games and special events
• Coordinate theme nights, giveaways, concerts, and fan engagement activations
• Help manage game day timelines, run-of-show documents, and operational communication
• Serve as a lead operational contact during games and events
• Ensure all event spaces, activation areas, and hospitality spaces are guest-ready and professionally executed
• Assist with setup, teardown, signage, inventory, and event logistics

Sponsor Activations & Hospitality

• Coordinate sponsor activations and ensure partnership obligations are executed properly
• Support corporate hospitality outings and premium group experiences
• Assist with VIP experiences, special events, and community activations
• Work collaboratively with sales and sponsorship teams to enhance the fan and partner experience

Leadership & Intern Coordination

• Help oversee and direct seasonal interns and game day staff
• Assist with staffing communication, assignments, and accountability
• Serve as a visible leadership presence throughout games and events
• Help create a positive, energetic, and professional workplace culture

Event Operations & Planning

• Organize and maintain promotional inventory, giveaway items, event materials, and operational supplies
• Assist in planning and evolving game day entertainment and fan experience initiatives
• Collaborate across departments to support organizational goals and operational execution
• Support additional stadium and non-game day events as needed

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in sports, live events, hospitality, entertainment, or event operations preferred
• Internship experience in sports or entertainment will be considered
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to multitask and thrive in high-energy environments
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to lead from the front
• Comfortable working nights, weekends, holidays, and all Battle Jacks home games
• Ability to work outdoors and assist with physical event setup when needed
• Passion for sports, entertainment, hospitality, and fan experience

What We're Looking For
We are looking for someone who:

• Loves live events and creating memorable fan experiences
• Is highly organized and solutions-oriented
• Brings positive energy and leadership to a team environment
• Wants hands-on experience across multiple areas of sports business
• Is eager to grow within a fast-moving and evolving organization

Compensation & Structure

• Seasonal Full-Time Position (May-August)
• Compensation based on experience
• Potential housing support available
• Opportunity for long-term growth within Southpaw Ventures and affiliated organizations

About the Battle Creek Battle Jacks
The Battle Creek Battle Jacks are a member of the Northwoods League and play at MCCU Field @ Bailey Park in Battle Creek, Michigan. Under new ownership, the organization is focused on building a modern, community-driven baseball and entertainment experience centered around fan engagement, hospitality, creativity, and unforgettable summer memories.
This is an opportunity to join a growing organization where your work will have direct impact on the fan experience and future growth of the franchise.
The Battle Creek Battle Jacks are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences.
Job Questions:

1. What would make a live sports or entertainment experience feel memorable to you as a fan?
2. How far from Battle Creek will you live and how far will your commute be?
3. Describe your experience planning, coordinating, or executing live events, promotions, or game day activities.