Job Title: Average Joe
Department: Event Presentation
Business Unit: Denver Nuggets
Location: Ball Arena
Reports To: Manager/Choreographer, Denver Nuggets Dancers
Employment Type: Variable Hour
Supervisor Position: No
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Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) is an American Sports and Entertainment holding company based in Denver, Colorado. KSE is committed to providing world class sports and entertainment for both live and broadcast audiences. We are the employer of choice as the owner and operator of Ball Arena, DICK’S Sporting Goods Park, the Paramount Theatre, Denver Nuggets (NBA), the Colorado Avalanche (NHL), Colorado Mammoth (NLL), Colorado Rapids (MLS), KIMN,KXKL, KKSE (FM/AM), Altitude Sports & Entertainment, Major League Fishing/Fishing League Worldwide (MLFLW), Winnercomm, Outdoor Sportsman Group and SkyCam.
Nature of Work:
The Denver Nuggets Dancers & Average Joes perform at all Denver Nuggets home games and at various events throughout the year. Nuggets Dancers will need to be available for multiple evening dance practices and games per week, including weekends and holidays. Average Joes will need to be available for practice on Tuesday evenings and approximately 1 game per month.
Examples of work performed:
- Average Joes participate in Monday evening rehearsals in Westminster from September through the end of the Denver Nuggets season.
- Average Joes participate in Tuesday evening rehearsals from September through the end of the Denver Nuggets season.
- Nuggets Dancers perform multiple dance routines at home Denver Nuggets games. Nuggets Dancers will need to arrive at least three hours prior to tipoff and stay through the duration of the game.
- Average Joes perform at approximately one game per month and need to arrive at the arena 30 minutes prior to tip off and stay through the duration of the scheduled in-game performance (approx. 2 hours)
- Attending and interacting with fans at non-game public appearances.
This description is a summary only and highlights the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change based on business needs. The Company reserves the right to add or remove duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.
Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years old by September 18, 2026.High school diploma or equivalent.
- Background experience in dance and/or cheerleading (Nuggets Dancers only)
- Nuggets Dancers must be available to work 85% of Denver Nuggets home games in the 2026-27 season.
- Average Joes must be available to work at 85% of the schedule home game performance nights.
- Preferred
- Ability to acquire or produce a valid driver’s license
Competencies/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Must be personable, enthusiastic, and comfortable working in front of large crowds.
- Must have reliable transportation to rehearsals, games, and public appearances.
- Ability to learn, retain, and execute multiple pieces of choreography in a short period of time.
- Desire to work in a team-oriented, professional sports environment.
- Interest in contributing creatively.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally.
Compensation
Benefits Include:
Equal Employment Opportunity
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