Job Description

WORK OPTION: [[Hybrid]]   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. Position Summary: At the WNBA, we're passionate about growing and celebrating the game of basketball. Through the intensity of the game and the amazing athletic skill of our players, we deliver excitement to hundreds of millions of fans around the world. As a global sports and media business, the WNBA is so much more. While Basketball Operations runs the league's on-court activities, other departments manage relationships with television and digital media partners, develop marketing partnerships with some of the world's most recognizable companies, oversee the licensing of NBA merchandise, and handle a wide range of responsibilities that drive the WNBA's success. This is a temporary position with an expected duration not to exceed (10) months.   Major Responsibilities: Identify elements and potential storylines from the WNBA League's live games and tentpole events throughout the season from the league's Content Command Center (including nights and weekends) for specific use on digital & social platforms  Craft content for WNBA League social and digital platforms (websites and apps) including video, photo and graphics editing, and written content  Curate and publish video, photo, statistical, and editorial content for all WNBA League social and digital platforms Provide on-site coverage of games & events, when needed, from an editorial & social perspective  Researching and introducing new content ideas for WNBA League social and digital platforms  Actively participate in content planning for the WNBA League's social and digital platforms  Actively participate in league meetings to better understand how content can best support multiple business objectives   Required Skills/Knowledge: Background in digital, social, photos and graphics production/editing or video content production  Previous experience managing social accounts or social activations on behalf of a brand (can include college)  Previous professional examples of live event coverage for multiple social platforms (can include college) Previous experience writing for a third-party destination (not your own site) and have editorial samples to share Deeply knowledgeable and passionate about the WNBA League and the players, coaches, and teams  Deeply knowledgeable on social analytics & trends to know the best types of content to use on respective platforms  Knowledge of basketball analytics and the rules of the game  Strong writing and communication skills, as well as the ability to execute editorial judgment  Basic knowledge of Content Management Systems Basic knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, including Premiere, Photoshop  Strong proficiency in Adobe CCS, specifically Photoshop and Illustrator Knowledge and use of 3rd party design apps including Unfold, Spark, Canva is preferred  Ability to utilize creative tools/programs to design and manage content files Photo editing and an eye for sports photography  Ability and willingness to work on deadlines and handle multiple tasks at once with a precise and detail-oriented approach  Ability and willingness to work both independently, and as part of a team  This position will require occasional travel   Education: Bachelor's Degree in Communications or relevant field experience preferred   Salary Range: [[$2,403.84/Biweekly]]  The NBA does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or any other third parties. Any unsolicited resume sent to the NBA will be considered NBA property, and the NBA will not pay a fee should it hire the subject of any unsolicited resume. 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. About the WNBA The WNBA is a bold, progressive basketball league that stands for the power of women.  Featuring 12 teams, the W is a unique sports property that combines competition and entertainment with a commitment to diversity and inclusion and social responsibility.  Through its world-class athletes, the in-game fan experience, TV and digital broadcasts, digital and social content and community outreach programs, the league celebrates and elevates the game of basketball and the culture around it.