Project Employee, Digital Content Writer/Publisher - NBA G League

WORK OPTION: Remote

 

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.

 

Major Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Manager, Social & Digital to outline website-specific content and app-related content.
• Develop, conceptualize, and produce written and mixed media stories that attract audiences and maintain high levels of fan engagement.
• Publish editorial content focused on G League digital channels (Web, App, YouTube)
• Understand the G League’s assets, offerings, services, and internal processes in order to advance initiatives with internal and external stakeholders
• Provide content, recommendations, and guidance on G League digital accounts
• Facilitate, manage and improve online content delivery tools/systems and processes
• Stay up to date with digital technology developments and digital production best-practices
• Be proactive and resourceful; solve any issues that might arise with tact and diplomacy
• Optimize G League website to meet SEO best practices

 

Required Skills/Knowledge:

• Proven track record in managing multiple projects, setting priorities and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced work environment
• Must be familiar with all aspects of content production process
• Strong understanding of the editorial process, specifically in regard to pitching and producing written content
• Functional understanding of what makes editorial content SEO and web-friendly
• Understanding of digital landscape including key players and trends, must be an active user of consumer digital technologies such as social media, mobile web/apps, game consoles, streaming services and devices, etc.
• Strong written and editorial skillset
• Strong understanding of current digital marketing channels and how they function
• Understanding of media rights landscape, a plus
• Solid knowledge of online marketing tools and best practices
• Excellent analytical and project management skills
• Strong team management and communication (written and verbal) skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally in a global, matrix organization
• A minimum of 2 years of content creation and production experience
• Experience pitching and writing digital content specifically for web with a focus on SEO-friendly content
• Experience building social or digital communities/audiences

 

Educational Background:

• Bachelor’s degree required, ideally in Journalism, Marketing, digital technologies or relevant field

 

Salary Range: $2,307.69, Bi weekly 

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.