Fan Experience Seasonal Assistant

The Detroit Tigers are a professional Major League Baseball team based in Detroit, Michigan. Established in 1894, they have a rich history and are an integral part of the sports culture in Detroit and the surrounding region. Comerica Park, the home ballpark of the Tigers, hosts millions of fans every season, providing an exciting and engaging baseball experience. The organization is dedicated not only to delivering top-tier baseball but also ensuring an exceptional and memorable fan experience at every game. With a strong focus on community involvement and creating high-energy game-day atmospheres, the Tigers have developed a robust Game Presentation and Fan Experience department responsible for these efforts. The department plans and executes a variety of special events, theme nights, and in-game entertainment activities that cater to fans of all ages and backgrounds. The seasonal Assistant role is a vital position within this team, designed for an energetic and creative individual passionate about sports, event management, and live entertainment. This role is offered on a seasonal basis, aligning with the Tigers' baseball schedule, and provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in sports event planning and fan engagement in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

As a Fan Experience Seasonal Assistant, you will directly impact the gameday atmosphere by assisting in the planning, coordination, and execution of marquee special events and theme nights at Comerica Park. Your work will help bring to life exciting experiences like Opening Day celebrations, Strike Out Cancer Weekend, Black in Baseball events, Star Wars nights, Bark in the Park, Friday Night Party in the Park, Fiesta Tigres, and Fan Appreciation events, among others. You will also be accountable for coordinating entertainment acts, vendors, and fan activations that create a fun and vibrant atmosphere throughout each game. Responsibilities extend to managing on-field presentations such as first pitches, ceremonies, game features, honor guards, and other fan-facing activities that enhance the overall spectator experience. The role offers a blend of creative thinking, logistical management, entertainment coordination, and direct fan interaction, providing invaluable insights into sports entertainment and event management. Working closely with the game presentation team, you will research trends from Major League Baseball and other professional sports leagues to incorporate innovative ideas that keep the Tigers’ game-day experiences fresh and engaging. You'll have the chance to manage significant programs like the PAWS off-site and in-game appearances, Rally Cats entertainment team, Chevy Military Salute, and Chevy Sunday Kids Days, each offering unique challenges and rewards. Availability throughout the entire baseball season, including nights, weekends, and holidays, is essential to successfully fulfill this seasonal position. Through this role, you’ll develop a comprehensive skill set in event coordination, customer service, stakeholder engagement, creative execution, and teamwork within a prominent professional sports organization. This position is ideal for candidates pursuing careers in sports management, marketing, live event coordination, or related fields seeking practical experience in a high-profile and energetic setting.