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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 G League Coachella Valley Lakers are seeking a dynamic and professional In-Game Public Address Announcer to serve as the in-arena voice for home games throughout the season for 24 home games for the 2026-2027 season, running from November 2026 through March 2027, including playoffs. The Public Address Announcer will play an integral role in creating an energetic, engaging, and entertaining game-day atmosphere for fans while delivering all required in-game announcements, promotions, player introductions, and basketball-related information. This position will support all scheduled home games throughout the regular season, postseason, and other basketball-related events as assigned. The Public Address Announcer may also serve as a host or emcee for select community, promotional, and special events as needed. 

This role will pay an hourly rate of $40.00.

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

This position will remain open until December 11, 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.

• Serve as the primary in-arena voice for all G League Lakers home games. 
• Deliver player introductions, starting lineups, in-game announcements, partner and promotional reads, contests, game information, and other PA elements as assigned. 
• Maintain an energetic, engaging, and professional presence throughout the game while adapting delivery to the pace and atmosphere of the event. 
• Work closely with the Game Presentation, Game Entertainment, Production, and Game Operations teams to execute the in-game presentation. 
• Communicate and coordinate with the Game Director and Game Presentation team throughout each event. 
• Follow all NBA, G League, and organizational rules, procedures, policies, and game presentation protocols. 
• Attend game presentation meetings, rehearsals, training sessions, and other meetings as requested by management. 
• Take direction and implement real-time adjustments based on game flow, production needs, and management feedback. 
• Assist with operational support and/or talent responsibilities across various production platforms, including digital, social media, community events, and other organizational initiatives as directed. 
• Maintain a professional and positive presence while representing the G League Lakers and organizations in public, on social media, and during community or promotional appearances. 
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities assigned to support organizational and league needs. 

• Professional speaking, announcing, hosting, or entertainment experience preferred. 
• Previous experience as a PA announcer, radio personality, voice-over talent, live event host, or sports entertainment talent preferred. 
• Strong knowledge and understanding of basketball. 
• Excellent communication, timing, listening, and improvisational skills. 
• Ability to project energy and excitement while maintaining a polished and professional delivery. 
• Ability to adapt quickly to changes in game flow, production direction, last-minute changes, and event needs. 
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, live-event environment. 
• Ability to receive, understand, and immediately implement creative and performance feedback. 
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively with Game Presentation, Production, Operations, and other departments. 
• Professional demeanor and ability to represent the organization appropriately in public and across social media platforms. 
• Demonstrated ability to take direction and execute production cues in a fast-paced, live environment.  
• Exceptional communication, improvisation, and listening skills.  
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and postseason games as applicable. 

Experience 

• 2+ years of professional experience in live sports announcing, entertainment, broadcasting, hosting, or public speaking.  
• Proven experience performing in front of large audiences in a professional sports or entertainment environment.  
• Demonstrated ability to deliver scripted and unscripted content with strong vocal presence, timing, personality, and professionalism.  
• Previous NBA, G League, WNBA, NCAA, professional sports, arena, stadium, or major live-event experience preferred.  
• Strong knowledge of basketball and familiarity with live game presentations.  

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.

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