Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

We are looking for high energy individuals who are ideally a current or former college Cheer / Dance / Hype squad, or have a similar background, to bring the energy to PeoplesBank Arena. We want people that aren’t afraid to be on stage and on camera in front of thousands of fans. This position is responsible for leading the game night atmosphere with Sonar to ensure the fans are entertained throughout the game.

This role pays an hourly rate of $16.35

Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching.

This position will remain open until October 24, 2025. 

PeoplesBank Arena is also home to the AHL’s Hartford Wolf Pack, the primary developmental affiliate of the New York Rangers. PeoplesBank Arena entertains millions of visitors annually with a variety of concerts, family shows, and ice-skating spectaculars throughout the season. The venue has played host to an extraordinary roster of world-renowned artists, including Sabrina Carpenter, Andrea Bocelli, Bad Bunny, Nicki Minaj, Taylor Swift, Justin Timberlake, Bruce Springsteen, Billy Joel, Pearl Jam, and many others.

PeoplesBank Arena will continue to be the center of sports and entertainment for Hartford and the State of Connecticut for years to come.

· Work during Wolf Pack Game Nights/Days to bring the energy to PeoplesBank Arena

· Assist in setting up Sonar’s Locker

· Organize and manage pregame group assets

· Greet and interact with fans throughout the game

· Select fans to participate in promo timeouts and intermission activities

· Assist with the setup and activation of promo timeouts and intermission activities

· Willingness to be on camera and serve as a hype person for the fans

· Acquiring degree in the following or similar fields: Sports Management, Marketing, Promotions, Game Ops

· Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays

· Excellent communication skills required with thorough understanding of written and spoken English

· Ability to stand for long periods of time

· Ability to traverse a variety of terrain and floor surfaces including stairs, escalators, carpet, concrete, ice

· Ability to work in heights, in darkened area, around crowds, loud noise, and flashing lights

· Ability to remain calm and focused in fast-paced environment and stressful situations

· Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

· Must be available for 80% of games, Not guaranteed to be scheduled for all available dates

· Ability to skate on ice not necessary, but a plus

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.