Project Employee, Live Digital Content Publishing - NBA App, NBA.com (Secaucus, NJ, United States of America(US), 07094) na The official site of the NBA for the latest NBA Scores, Stats & News. | NBA.com

WORK OPTION: Remote 

This is a temporary position with an expected duration not to exceed (10) months. 

Position Summary:

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. 

Major 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.

Required Skills/Knowledge:

• 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. You can go beyond naming a favorite player to telling us the most important storylines to watch
• Strong written skills are required
• Strong communication skills are critical - especially for a remote position. You must be able to communicate with the rest of the team, other members of the department, and third-party partners on a nightly basis
• 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

Education: 

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Live Production, Broadcast Journalism or related field preferred. 

Salary Range: $2,307.70/biweekly 

Job Posting Title: Project 

We Consider Applicants For All Positions On The Basis Of Merit, Qualifications And Business Needs, And Without Regard To Race, Color, National Origin, Religion, Sex, Gender Identity, Age, Disability, Alienage Or Citizenship Status, Ancestry, Marital Status, Creed, Genetic Predisposition Or Carrier Status, Sexual Orientation, Veteran Status, Familial Status, Status As A Victim Of Domestic Violence Or Any Other Status Or Characteristic Protected By Applicable Federal, State, Or Local Law.

The NBA is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace.  To safeguard our employees and their families, our visitors, and the broader community from COVID-19, and in consideration of recommendations from health authorities and the NBA’s own advisors, any individual working onsite in our New York and New Jersey offices must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. The NBA will discuss accommodations for individuals who cannot be vaccinated due to a medical reason or sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance.

About the NBA
The National Basketball Association (NBA) is a global sports and media organization with the mission to inspire and connect people everywhere through the power of basketball.  Built around five professional sports leagues:  the NBA, WNBA, NBA G League, NBA 2K League and Basketball Africa League, the NBA has established a major international presence with games and programming available in 215 countries and territories in more than 50 languages, and merchandise for sale in more than 200 countries and territories on all seven continents.  NBA rosters at the start of the 2021-22 season featured a record 121 international players from 40 countries.  NBA Digital’s assets include NBA TV, NBA.com, the NBA App and NBA League Pass.  The NBA has created one of the largest social media communities in the world, with 2.1 billion likes and followers globally across all league, team, and player platforms.  Through NBA Cares, the league addresses important social issues by working with internationally recognized youth-serving organizations that support education, youth and family development, and health-related causes.