What are the responsibilities and job description for the Event Presentation Specialist position at San Jose Sharks?
TITLE : Event Presentation Specialist
POSITION TYPE : Full Time, Exempt
COMPANY : Sharks Sports and Entertainment, LLC
LOCATION : San Jose
REPORTS TO : Manager, Event Presentation
POSTING DATED : January 28, 2025
Pay Range : The pay rate for this role is $68,640 per year.
Actual base pay will be determined based on permissible factors such as transferable skills, work experience, market demands and primary work location. The base pay range provided is subject to change and may be modified in the future.
Position Overview
The Event Presentation Specialist, in collaboration with the Event Presentation Manager, will be integral in creating best-in-class live event experiences for the San Jose Sharks and will focus on four event presentation elements : entertainment / talent, the Coca-Cola Tank Patrol, live game management and gameday logistics / planning with internal departments. The position will require a proactive attitude, independent judgment and discretion, and the desire to constantly improve the fan experience with innovative entertainment elements.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Entertainment and Live Game Production :
- Work in conjunction with Director, Manager and production department staff to plan and execute Sharks game production & presentation
- Collaborate with the Director and Manager during live game production, specifically managing in-arena elements, on-ice activities and entertainment
- Work with Corporate Partnership, Marketing, Community, Ticket Sales and Youth Hockey to support their live game activations, as well as brainstorm on potential future opportunities
- Develop features and other engaging concepts for events and key sponsors – from planning to execution
- Assist with the presentation and production of special events and promotions (opening nights, theme nights, ceremonies, post-season games, etc.) and special team events (fan fests, watch parties, etc.)
- Lead in-game production in the absence of the Manager, Event Presentation or as needed.
Tank Patrol :
Minimum Qualifications
Physical Requirements
What We Offer
This position is not eligible for U.S. work authorization sponsorship.
Summary :
Born in 1991, Sharks Sports and Entertainment (“SSE”) has grown into a multi-faceted organization that includes the SAP Center, the NHL San Jose Sharks, the AHL San Jose Barracuda, the Tech CU Arena, three Sharks Ice facilities, and the non-profit Sharks Foundation. Additionally, we are growing our organization through expansion in the Bay Area and surrounding communities in Northern California.
We work and play in the Bay Area, and are deeply influenced by the technology, innovation, diversity, and commitment to excellence that surrounds us.Our culture is transforming to reflect those values, with an eye towards a pioneering, forward-thinking, and inclusive environment in sports and entertainment.
We live, work, and innovate by a set of Pioneering Principles :
T – Team success is more important than individual success
E – Exceptional experience is non-negotiable in everything we do
A – Appreciate others for their diversity and opinions
M – More risk leads to more rewards and expands our comfort zones
T – Trust that all teammates have the best intentions
E – Empower all teammates to make informed decisions
A – Always say what you really mean and do what you say
L – Lead by showing the respect to others you expect from them
We strive to unite people through a shared love of ice sports, entertainment, and our hometown. We are #TealTogether.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
Here at Team Teal, we recognize and celebrate that individuals come with a wealth of experience and talent well beyond any list of required skills and qualifications – in fact, we believe diversity of backgrounds and skills, combined with passion, are the most important keys to meaningful innovation and excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Sharks Sports and Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, marital status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), physical or mental disability, military service or veterans’ status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.
Notice to Recruiters and Agencies
SSE recruits candidates directly, rather than through third-party recruiters or agencies. Under no circumstances will SSE pay a fee for candidates submitted or presented without a signed recruiting agreement in place between SSE and the recruiter or agency prior to the submittal; any submittal must be for requisition specifically and individually assigned in writing by SSE’s HR department. In the case of candidate(s) submitted or presented to SSE by a recruiter or agency without a signed agreement AND written assignment by SSE Human Resources, SSE explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) with no financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.
Salary : $68,640
