Pitman began his career in his native Seattle, working as a radio host and reporter for KIRO (AM). In this role, he covered Seattle's major professional sports teams, including contributing to pre- and post-game broadcasts for the Seattle Mariners.[1]
In 2004, he became the public address announcer for the Seattle SuperSonics, replacing Jim Graci.[2] He held this role until the team's relocation in 2008. During his time with the SuperSonics, Pitman also became the announcer for the Seattle Storm in 2006, a role he continued for 13 seasons.[1]
In August 2019, the Golden State Warriors hired Pitman as their public address announcer for their move to the Chase Center in San Francisco.[1] In 2022, it was announced that the video game NBA 2K22 would feature the real-life public address announcers, including Pitman, for all 30 NBA teams.[3]
In September 2024, Pitman announced on social media that his contract with the Warriors would not be renewed for a sixth season.[4]