Project Employee, Live Digital Content Publishing - NBA App, NBA.com

NBA • Secaucus, NJ

80d • $2,307

About The Position

This position is responsible for publishing and programming live content within the NBA’s digital channels, including the NBA App (mobile & connected devices), NBA.com, and more. You must be a passionate fan of the NBA, have experience with live production environments and/or digital streaming platforms. This position is focused on work that is primarily nights and weekends.

Requirements

• Knowledge of live content production and digital live streaming workflows.
• Experience working in live sports production or live production environments - must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Technical production knowledge within broadcasting or streaming environments
• Knowledgeable about live content in sports media and storytelling through live media initiatives
• Must have previous experience publishing within a Content Management System or live content platforms (Amagi, VMix, Vimeo, etc)
• Passionate about the game of basketball and the NBA, including players, coaches, and teams.
• Strong written skills are required
• Strong communication skills are critical - especially for a remote position.
• Knowledge of basketball analytics and the rules of the game is preferred.
• Willingness to work on projects when asked and provide creative content solutions when called upon
• Understanding of digital and social media trends - know how people are consuming content and how that could apply to an NBA platform.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of basketball analytics and the rules of the game is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Programming live content for all NBA digital platforms (press conferences, live talent studio/remote shows, pregame/postgame shows, non-NBA basketball games, and more)
• Overseeing 24/7 live streaming channels within NBA digital platforms and monitor streaming channels during shift for quality control
• Promotional support for all NBA digital live streaming (including branded/sponsored content)
• Understanding of live sports broadcasting on the national and RSN level, including NBA media partners (Amazon, ESPN, NBC, etc) and NBA League Pass/NBA TV.
• Curating trending social, news and media content around the NBA quickly, and producing compelling thematic content for live streaming content
• Communicating with team members across various assignments. Must know when to ask questions, be engaged and when to take the lead on specific responsibilities
• Working with members of the Social & Digital Content Team to create fan-centric content that resonates across digital platforms and promotes a live content experience
• Segmenting, building and publishing NBA App live content initiatives for all tentpole events (Emirates NBA Cup, NBA All-Star, etc.)
• Researching and introducing new content ideas and actively participating in content planning that pertains to live content.

Benefits

• Temporary position with an expected duration not to exceed (10) months.
• Remote work option.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree