MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – The West Virginia University Athletics Department is searching for new public address (PA) announcers for various varsity sports including the voice of Mountaineer Women's Basketball. Auditions for the public address announcer will be held on October 9 from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in Hope Coliseum.
The role of a public address announcer at an event includes the introduction of starting lineups, in-game action and other in-venue announcements as needed. During the auditions, participants will be asked to read a sample script over the PA system and meet with several WVU Athletics staff members for a brief interview.
Qualifications and responsibilities
- Commitment to all WVU Women's Basketball home games
- Strong vocal presence, clear enunciation, and enthusiasm
- Comfortable addressing large crowds in a high-energy atmosphere
- Ability to multitask and remain composed under pressure
- Knowledge of women's basketball rules and in-game flow
- Willingness to follow a script, adapt quickly, and accept feedback
- Prior PA experience at the high school, collegiate, or professional level preferred
- Availability on nights, weekends, and some holidays
- Reliable transportation to Hope Coliseum
Additional details
PA announcers are compensated based on the number of games they work and are subject to a background check. PA announcers are renewed on an annual basis by WVU Athletics.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should complete the form at
wvusports.com/paauditions. After submission, WVU Athletics Associate Director of Marketing, Corie Apodaca, will contact applicants with audition details and a practice script. Auditions will run in 10 minute intervals.
