7th Ave Squad - Knicks Interactive

Jobs > 7th Ave Squad – Knicks Interactive

Location: New York City, NY

Position Type: Part-time

Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. (MSG Sports) is a leading professional sports company, with a collection of assets that includes the New York Knicks (NBA) and the New York Rangers (NHL), as well as two development league teams – the Westchester Knicks (NBAGL) and the Hartford Wolf Pack (AHL). MSG Sports also operates a professional sports team performance center – the MSG Training Center in Greenburgh, NY.

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Who are we hiring?

The 7th Ave Squad set the standard in sports for fan engagement and will continue to raise the bar this coming season. The 7th Ave Squad are at all Knicks home games and participate in t-shirt tosses, on court / ice promotions, in-game entertainment, and work outside events for the Knicks brand throughout the season.

This is a part time seasonal position based in New York. Candidates must be available to work nights and weekends (start time: 3 hours before game time) and to work a minimum of 75% of all home games.

What will you do?

• Entertain and energize crowds at Knicks home games
• Engage with fans during promotions on the court and in the stands
• Communicate directly with large groups of fans during Knicks home games
• Work with other entertainers on special presentations as needed
• Represent the Knicks at special events, viewing parties, clinics / camps, charity events and promotional engagements
• Provide exceptional experiences for our guests, partners, and team members, including by adhering to our appearance and presentation guidelines while on-site.

What do you need to succeed?

• Ability to work in a high-pressure environment.
• Enjoy entertaining in a family-oriented environment, and be able to interact with large crowds, small groups and individuals, especially children.
• Available to work nights and weekends (start time: 3 hours before game time)
• Must be available to work a minimum of 75% of all home games.
• Be energetic and outgoing.
• Strong personal skills
• Be prompt, with a flexible schedule.
• Professional and respectful
• Team-player and punctual
• Previous leadership experience in the sports/ entertainment industry preferred.
• A live performance background is encouraged.
• Dancing, break-dancing and tumbling are a plus!
• Must be available to work a minimum of 75% of all home games.

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Hourly Pay Range

$32 — $32 USD

At MSG, we recognize the importance of upskilling employees’ talents and strengths so they can drive their careers forward. We are proud to offer a robust set of tools and resources to help employees understand their interests and purpose, harness their talents and obtain the skills they need to reach the next step in their careers. Growth and longevity for our employees are top priorities here.

We value diversity and are looking for extraordinary employees of all backgrounds! MSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health choices, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. MSG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination, including considering requests for reasonable accommodations as required.