Dunk Team | Part-Time | Acrisure Arena

Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management hospitality and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015 the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas stadiums convention centers music festivals performing arts centers and cultural institutions spanning four continents.

The Coachella ValleyLakersare aiming to build the most entertaining environment in sports. We are looking for some enthusiastic outgoing and responsible folks to serve as members of theCV LakersDunk Teamfor the 2026-2027season. This positionprovidesa great opportunityto interact with our fans while learning about the operations of a probasketballteam. These members willassistwith in-game promotions contests on-courtperformances and other activities during eachLakerhome game.

This role will pay an hourly rate of $25.00.

Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.

This position will remain open until December 4 2026.

Americas hottest music festival destination finally has the world-class arena it deserves. Now open Acrisure Arena provides the greater Palm Springs area of Southern California with a premiere 11000 capacity venue hosting the biggest artists and acts on the planet. We are #TheCoolestSpot in the desert designed specifically for hockey and made for concerts Acrisure Arena provides top-tier hospitality artist amenities and all the benefits of a modern music and sports venue to the Coachella Valley.

The Coachella Valley Lakers are the newest addition to the rapidly growing sports and entertainment landscape in the Coachella Valley. Formerly known as the South Bay Lakers the team serves as the official NBA G League affiliate of the Los Angeles Lakers one of the most iconic and successful franchises in global sports. Founded in 2006 as the Los Angeles D-Fenders the organization has built a strong reputation for developing elite talent supporting the NBA pipeline and delivering a high level of competition within the G League.

Backed by the championship legacy and global brand of the Los Angeles Lakers the Coachella Valley Lakers embody a culture rooted in excellence innovation and player development. This legacy combined with Oak View Groups success in launching Acrisure Arena and the Coachella Valley Firebirds in 2022 created a powerful foundation for continued growth. This foundation positions the Coachella Valley Lakers to build on an established track record while supporting the development of future NBA talent.

The transition to the Coachella Valley marks an exciting new chapter for the franchise aligning with the regions emergence as a premier destination for sports and live entertainment. Since the opening of Acrisure Arena in 2022 the desert has experienced significant momentum highlighted by the success of the Coachella Valley Firebirds and a growing calendar of world-class events. This expansion reflects a broader vision to establish the Valley as a dynamic hub for professional sports community engagement and unforgettable fan experiences.

The Coachella Valley Lakers will be managed by OVG in a similar fashion to the Coachella Valley Firebirds. The team will play a vital role in connecting with local fans supporting regional development and enhancing the overall sports scene in the desert. Fueled by Coachella Valleys energy talent and love for sports the Coachella Valley Lakers are perfectly positioned to amplify the next chapter of professional sports and the continued pursuit of entertainment in the region.

• Perform exciting high-energy basketball dunk routines during pregame halftime and designated game breaks.
• Execute a variety of athletic dunks trick shots alley-oops and choreographed performances whilemaintainingthe highest safety standards.
• Engage and energize fans through crowd interaction audience participation and entertainment throughout the event.
• Collaborate with the Game Presentation Manager Game Director DJ mascot and production staff to deliver seamless live entertainment.
• Arrive prepared for rehearsals practices and game-day performancesdemonstratingprofessionalism and reliability.
• Learn rehearse and perform new routines choreography and promotional segments throughout the season.
• Assistwith the setup inspection operation and breakdown of all performance equipmentbasketballs trampolines (if applicable) and props.
• Follow production cues and maintain awareness of game timing to ensure all performances begin and conclude on schedule.
• Promote a safe performance environment by adhering to all arena policies and team safety procedures.
• Represent the Coachella Valley Lakers organization with professionalism at games community appearances media events and promotional activities.
• Maintaina high levelof physical fitness conditioning andperformancereadiness throughout the season.
• Support fan engagement initiatives through autograph sessions photo opportunities contests and sponsor activations when requested.
• Work collaboratively with fellow performers whilemaintaininga positive team-first attitude.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Experience with trampoline dunk teams.
• Previousexperience in sports entertainment promotions dance cheer theater live events or customer engagement is preferred but not.
• Strong choreography or performance backgroundability to learn and execute new routines quickly.
• Demonstrated basketball playing experience at the high school collegiate semi-pro or professional level is preferred.
• Must be reliable punctual and have a professional appearance and conduct.
• Must be outgoing energetic and comfortable interacting with large crowdswith a positive attitude with a passion for creating unforgettable fan experiences on and off camera.
• Strong stage presence with the confidence to dance entertain and engage fans of all ages.
• Ability to remain organized and perform efficiently in a fast-paced live event environment.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Flexible schedule with availability to work evenings weekends holidays andspecial events.

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 ourpeople improves ourservice and raises ourexcellence. 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.