"Athletics Play-by-Play Broadcaster"

About Pomona College

Located near Los Angeles, California, Pomona College is widely regarded as one of the nation's premier liberal arts colleges. Established in 1887, Pomona College is known for small classes, a challenging curriculum, close relationships between students and faculty, and a range of student research and leadership opportunities. Pomona is a member of The Claremont Colleges.

Position Summary

Pomona-Pitzer Athletics is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Play-by-Play Broadcaster to provide high-quality live coverage of varsity athletic events during the 2025–2026 academic year. The successful candidate will serve as the lead voice for select home games, delivering engaging commentary for a variety of NCAA Division III sports via Pomona-Pitzer's livestream platforms. Assistant should be familiar with, and work to remain compliant with, college, Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SCIAC), and National Collegiate Athletic Association Division III (NCAA DIII) rules and procedures. The department is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide live play-by-play commentary for designated varsity athletic contests
• Collaborate with the Athletic Communications team to prepare for broadcasts with roster research, storylines, and key matchups
• Work alongside color commentators (when applicable) to create an informative and entertaining viewer experience
• Operate or assist with basic streaming equipment, including microphones, headsets, and livestream software
• Conduct pre-game and post-game interviews with coaches or student-athletes (as needed)
• Maintain a professional on-air presence that aligns with the values and image of Pomona-Pitzer Athletics
• Be available for select evenings, weekends, and special events

Qualifications

• Prior experience calling live sports (collegiate, high school, or professional level preferred)
• Strong knowledge of NCAA sports, particularly at the Division III level
• Excellent verbal communication and storytelling skills
• Ability to work independently and under time constraints
• Familiarity with livestreaming platforms such as HUDL, Tricaster, or Production Truck is a plus
• Must be punctual, reliable, and demonstrate strong professional etiquette
• Passion for sports and the student-athlete experience

Additional Department Duties

• Serve as home contest manager
• Work alongside the Assistant Athletic Director for Operations and Events
• Opportunities to work alongside athletics communications
• Assist with club sports
• Assist with oversight of the Athletic Performance Center
• Assist with the Center for Athletics, Recreation, and Wellness
• Serve on department committees

Additional Information

This is a part-time, non-benefitted, non-exempt, temporary position. Events typically take place during the evenings and weekends as there are roughly 60-80 events throughout the academic year. Regular hours may vary due to needs of the College or division.

Rate

The hourly rate for this role is $70.00 per hour. The specific factors that the College will consider when offering a salary to an individual will include, but not be limited to: education, training, relevant prior experience, and performance in prior roles.