What are the responsibilities and job description for the On Field Host (Seasonal) position at Round Rock Express?
Our team is seeking an dynamic, engaging, professional On-Field Host (Emcee) to serve as the in-game host and fan ambassador during home games and special events.
This PROMINATE role is responsible for delivering an exciting, memorable, and family-friendly game experience by interacting with fans, announcing promotions, driving crowd engagement, and leading on-field contests.
The ideal candidate is comfortable on a microphone, thrives in front of crowds, and embodies our team’s brand and values with every interaction; knowing that they are one of the main faces of Dell Diamond people will remember when considering future visits to our stadium.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary on-field host during all home games and select community or sponsor events.
- Execute live reads, promotional scripts, contest explanations, and sponsor announcements clearly and enthusiastically.
- Engage and hype the crowd, creating a fun, inclusive, and energetic environment throughout the ballpark.
- Conduct in-stand crowd interactions, interviews, and fan engagement moments.
- Introduce promotions, entertainment segments, and between-inning activities with confidence and professionalism.
- Coordinate closely with the Game Entertainment, Promotions, Production, and Audio/Video teams to ensure smooth execution of all in-game elements.
- Represent the team brand in a positive, professional, and family-friendly manner at all times.
- Maintain a strong understanding of game flow, timing, and communication cues from game directors/producers.
- Assist with pregame, postgame, and occasional off-field sponsor or media activations as needed.
Qualifications & Skills
- Prior experience in hosting, performing, acting, broadcasting, or public speaking preferred (sports, entertainment, theatre, or media experience a plus).
- Strong, confident microphone presence with the ability to project enthusiasm.
- Outgoing personality with the ability to interact comfortably with fans of all ages.
- Ability to memorize scripts, follow cues, and respond quickly to direction or unexpected changes.
- Professionalism, reliability, and strong communication skills.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, stand for extended periods, and move quickly around the ballpark.
- Must be available for nights, weekends, holidays, and the full home game schedule.
- Bilingual abilities are a plus but not required.
Ideal Candidate Attributes
- Dynamic, charismatic, and comfortable taking the spotlight.
- Creative, adaptable, and able to remain calm and professional when things change last-minute.
- Strong understanding of fan engagement, entertainment value, and live performance pacing.
- Passion for baseball, the fan experience, and delivering memorable moments.
Additional Information
This position is seasonal and part-time. Compensation is commensurate with experience. The role may include additional appearances at community events, sponsor activations, and non-game-day engagements.
WE WILL NOT ACCEPT PHONE CALLS REGARDING THIS POSITION. ALL APPLICANTS MUST FOLLOW THE APPLICATION PROCESS THROUGH OUR APPLICATION PORTAL ON TEAMWORK ONLINE. TAPES, FLASH DRIVES OR ANY DEMOS SENT TO THE STADIUM WILL BE DISQUALIFIED.
WE ARE NOT ENTERTAINING ANY RELOCATION FOR THIS POSITION. THIS IS A LOCAL OPPORTUNITY ONLY.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
