Game Experience Coordinator

Job Profile:

Athletics Operations Specialist 3

Job Family:

Athletics Operations Time Type:

Full time Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications:

BACHELOR'S degree and three (3) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Description:

Every game and every moment is an expression of Arizona State University and Sun Devil Athletics. We are connecting communities and fans through a shared community of sport. We are Sun Devils supporting Sun Devils, and we are looking for team members who understand that sports are more than a game.

As part of Sun Devil Athletics’ Game Experience team, the Game Experience Coordinator is responsible for crafting unforgettable game day environments for our men’s basketball and baseball teams. These environments keep fans on their feet, attract new audiences, and create memories that last long after the final play. This role blends creative vision with operational precision, overseeing every entertainment element of a home game from start to finish.

From pre-game hype to the final whistle, you’ll drive fan engagement by developing innovative promotions, overseeing in-game presentation elements, collaborating with entertainment talent, and ensuring every aspect of the game experience is seamless, exciting, and on-brand.

This role would also be expected to assist with other game day operations, Sun Devil Athletics events and creative development across other sports as assigned and needed. This person will be expected to work collaboratively with our Creative team, Athletics Operations and Facilities, Corporate Sponsor ships, the Sun Devil Marching Band, the Spirit Squad and other SDA departments as needed. The ideal candidate is collaborative, creative, detail-oriented and results-driven.

They will report to the Assistant Director of Game Experience and Marketing.

The position adheres to NCAA and Big 12 rules and regulations, as well as policies and procedures of the department, the university, and the Arizona Board of Regents.

Position Salary Range:$53,000

Essential Duties:

Game Day Entertainment & Presentation Develop, plan, and execute the full game experience, including pre-game activations, in-game entertainment, and post-game events

Collaborates with the Corporate Partnerships, Ticket Operations, Digital Media, and Media Relations to ensure all contractual responsibilities are fulfilled on game day and to ensure smooth execution of all events.

Oversee all in-arena content such as video board features, crowd prompts, music, and lighting to maintain an energetic and cohesive atmosphere.

Direct live game scripts and cue sheets to ensure smooth transitions between play, entertainment, and promotions.

Oversee and coordinate with talent (PA announcers, DJs, mascots, dance teams, performers) to deliver an engaging and polished show.

Manage, execute and operate, as needed, pyrotechnic devices such as fireworks, flameboxes, smoke machines and cold sparklers.

Fan Engagement & Promotions Create innovative in-game promotions and theme nights that resonate with core fans and attract new audiences.

Collaborate with marketing to integrate promotions into broader ticketing and community outreach campaigns.

Monitor fan feedback and engagement metrics to refine experiences and maximize attendance impact.

Work against a set budget.

Operational Management Lead and oversee game day staff, including promo teams and interns.

Oversee logistics for all game presentation elements, including equipment, staging, and promotional inventory.

Ensure compliance with league guidelines, sponsorship…