Production Trainee - Secaucus, United States - the NBA

the NBA

Verified Company

Secaucus, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

WORK OPTION:
in Office

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.

This is a temporary position with an expected duration not to exceed (10) months. This position is within a unionized bargaining unit and union membership will be required.

Position Summary:

This position is part of the NBA Emerging Media group which focuses on identifying, creating, distributing and publishing content for the NBA's social and digital platforms and its many domestic and international partners throughout the world.

This position supports the NBA, WNBA, NBA 2K, and G League.

As the demand for content on the NBA's social and digital platforms continues to grow, this is your opportunity to grow with us in a fast-paced, innovative and collaborative environment.

This is a project employee position based out of the Secaucus, New Jersey office that will continue throughout the NBA season.

Major Responsibilities:

Identify elements and potential storylines from NBA, WNBA, NBA 2K, and G League live games and tentpole events throughout the season from the NBA's Content Command Center (This will include nights and weekends)
Specifically, identify content for all NBA, WNBA, NBA 2K, and G League social and digital platforms
Tag behindthescenes footage and historical footage in the NBA's digital archive
Operate the output of the NBA's "continuous broadcast feed" of live NBA game breaks for distribution across NBA League Pass and NBA App

Required Skills/Knowledge:

Deep knowledgeable and passionate about the NBA, WNBA, NBA 2K, and G League and their players, coaches, and teams
Knowledge of basketball analytics and the rules of the game
Strong knowledge and understanding of social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, Snapchat and Twitch.
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Basic knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite, Final Cut Pro and other content creation tools
Knowledge of video production Knowledge and experience with Podcasts is a plus
Knowledge of pop culture and social media personalities who connect with key NBA, WNBA, NBA 2K, and G League demographics
Bilingual abilities are a plus
Gaming experience and knowledge are a plus

Educational Background:

Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field preferred

Salary Range:
$21.77/hour

The NBA considers applicants for all positions on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs, and without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, alienage or citizenship status, ancestry, marital status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, 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.

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