WORK OPTION: The NBA currently provides eligible employees the option of working remotely one day per week.
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This is a temporary position with an expected duration not to exceed (10) months.
Position Summary
As a WNBA Broadcasting Assistant, you will be a key player in matters related to WNBA national television partners and the league itself. Through observation, participation, and diligence you will help shape the way the WNBA presents to the world. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to both local and national broadcasting landscapes. You will build relationships with key league and network officials who all share the same goal of ensuring WNBA content is at the forefront of sports media. This role also includes the chance to work cross-functionally in tandem with other internal departments to develop an appreciation of how major sports leagues operate.
Major Responsibilities
- Responsible for tracking all network access requests, drafting team access memos, and compiling internal notes regarding access executions.
- Develop and maintain living docs for a variety of W broadcast priorities including (but not limited to): best practices, access player participation, tip times/slides/JIPs, etc.
- Assist with WNBA signage monitoring.
- Serve as contact for WNBA teams regarding production matters and network concerns.
- Attend all WNBA tentpole events (Draft, Commissioner’s Cup, All-Star, etc.) to provide support.
- Train as a TOC and Access Screener and provide support in either role, as required.
- Participate in WNBA Broadcasting dept calls - both internal and external.
- Assist with talent logistical planning, as required.
- Provide general day-to-day support using our digital NBA Content Archive, clipping, and distributing real-time links and updates involving WNBA programming.
Required Experience/Knowledge
- Excellent knowledge of NBA, WNBA, NBA G-League, and NBA 2K (Players, coaches, and teams)
- Knowledge of television industry/social media and streaming landscape; background in sports and/or television/broadcasting preferred.
- Strong writing and interpersonal skills
- Microsoft Office expertise
Education
Bachelor’s degree
Salary Range
$25/hr
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 214 countries and territories in 60 languages, and merchandise for sale in more than 200 countries and territories on all seven continents. NBA rosters at the start of the 2024-25 season featured a record-tying 125 international players from a record-tying 43 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 more than 2.3 billion likes and followers globally across all leagues, team and player platforms. NBA Cares, the NBA’s global social responsibility platform, partners with renowned community-based organizations around the world to address important social issues in the areas of education, inclusion, youth and family development, and health and wellness.
