Associate Producer

National Basketball Association; Secaucus (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

National Basketball Association is seeking a content-focused Project to produce game highlights from concept through final edit, including b-rolls, telestration and graphics for studio shows. You will conceptualize and implement storytelling elements to enhance game narratives under tight deadlines.

The role requires 3+ years in studio or sports programming, strong knowledge of NBA storylines, and proficiency with non-linear Adobe editing systems.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in studio, sports news or related experience.
• Ability to interpret game storylines to create highlights.
• Proficiency with non-linear Adobe edit systems for highlights.

Responsibilities

• Produce daily game highlight packages from concept to delivery.
• Tell the story of the game through video elements and shot sheets.
• Create telestration and specialty elements as requested.

Skills

Studio production

Storytelling

Adobe Premiere Pro

Telestration

Deadline-driven

Tools

Adobe non-linear editor

Job description

WORK OPTION: The NBA currently provides eligible employees the option of working remotely one day per week._________________WORK OPTION: In-OfficeThis position is within a unionized bargaining unit and union membership will be required. Assignment end dates are tentative and subject to change.Position Summary:Responsible for producing game highlights from concept, rough cut edit, cue sheet creation to completion. Content producers will be responsible for conceptualizing and recommending production elements in efforts to enhance storytelling and overall content production. This will include producing game highlights from concept through final edit, b-rolls, telestration, and use of graphics, animations throughout studio shows.Major Responsibilities:Ideate and produce daily highlight packages daily from conception to deliveryAbility to tell the story of assigned game through video elements and shot sheet scriptProduce telestration or specialty elements as requestedGenerates daily ideas reflecting of NBA and game-specific storylinesQualifications:Minimum 3+ years of studio, sports news or related experience with an emphasis on sports programmingAbility to interpret game storylines to create and assemble compelling highlightsProficiency with non-linear Adobe edit systems and sports production processes to create compelling highlights as assigned by supervisorsHigh level of knowledge of sports production, specifically NBADeep knowledge of NBA storylines, current and historicalAbility to work under pressure and tight deadlinesAbility to communicate quickly and efficientlyWillingness to work eveningsThe 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.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 NBAThe 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 theSalary Range:$31.65/HourlyJob Posting Title:ProjectEmployees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in Union-sponsored employee benefit programs that include medical, dental, vision, disability, and group term life insurance, dependent care assistance, and a 401(k) retirement plan.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.About the NBAThe 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 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 2026-27 season featured 125 international players from a record-tying 43 countries across six continents. The NBA's digital 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 2.5 billion likes and followers globally across all leagues, team and player platforms. The NBA's Tap to Watch provides seamless access to local, national and global live game telecasts via the NBA App, NBA.com, third-party digital platforms and NBA partner platforms. 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