Jared Speer
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- Email:
- jspeer@gatewaygrizzlies.com
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- Title:
- Director of In-Game Entertainment
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- Phone:
- (618) 337-3000 Ext. 12
Bio
Experience: 6th Season with the Grizzlies
Hometown: Troy, IL
College Attended: Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Walkup Song: Bee Gees - You Should Be Dancing
Favorite Sports Team: Flint Michigan Tropics
Favorite Sports Movie: The Big Lebowski
Favorite Grizzlies Stadium Food Item: The Carnivore
Fun Fact: Cooked chocolate chip cookies on the roof during a hot Grizzlies game once
Jared plays an integral role in the creative production and execution of the game-day experience and entertainment for all Gateway Grizzlies home games, ensuring a high-energy and engaging atmosphere for fans. He actively contributes to the development of marketing and branding strategies for the team, helping to reinforce the Grizzlies' identity across various platforms. Additionally, Jared assists in the creation of dynamic video board content, working closely with other team members to deliver engaging visuals that enhance the in-game experience.
Beyond his work with the Grizzlies, Jared also contributes his skills to the Cahifetz Arena and The Family Arena as a production assistant. In this capacity, he plays a key role in camera operation and replay during live events, helping to capture and highlight the action for fans. His multi-team involvement allows Jared to broaden his experience in sports entertainment and marketing, gaining valuable insights and skills across different sports environments.
Jared graduated from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville in December 2022 with a B.S. in Mass Communications (Advertising), alongside minors in Business (Marketing) and Applied Communication Studies (Public Relations). He began his journey with the Grizzlies in 2021 as a camera operator, returned in 2022 as an intern, and transitioned into his full-time role in 2023. Jared currently resides in Glen Carbon, IL.