Scouting Associate / Manager

MADE Hoops; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading basketball scouting service as a Scouting Associate/Manager, where you'll engage with clients, evaluate talent across all levels, and manage a large internal database. Ideal candidates will have a passion for basketball and strong communication skills, along with a bachelor's degree. This full-time role requires extensive travel to observe talent nationwide.

Qualifications

• Intermediate to advanced experience in basketball scouting or coaching.
• Ability to identify and evaluate basketball talent across skill levels.
• Willingness to travel, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide client support and maintain relationships with scouting service clients.
• Author detailed scouting reports and verify intel on prospects.
• Manage a comprehensive internal database of basketball prospect profiles.

Skills

Talent evaluation

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Business, Journalism, or related field

Job description

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Job Title: Scouting Associate / Scouting Manager

Company: MADE Hoops

Location: Remote / Significant Travel Expectations

Reports to: Director of Scouting

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Company Overview

MADE Hoops — the largest independent operator of youth and grassroots basketball events — operates a premier, NCAA-certified basketball scouting service providing comprehensive, accurate, and timely intelligence on amateur basketball prospects.

We serve college basketball programs at all levels, NBA franchises, and player agencies, equipping them with the critical information needed for successful recruitment and talent evaluation. Our commitment to in-depth analysis, extensive global coverage, and cutting-edge data management sets us apart in the competitive basketball landscape.

Position Overview

This role involves direct client engagement, in-depth prospect evaluation, comprehensive database management, and strategic budget oversight. The ideal candidate will possess a deep passion for basketball, strong communication skills, a keen eye for talent, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. This role requires travel to observe and evaluate talent across various age groups, from early high school through the collegiate ranks.

Client Engagement & Support

• Serve as a primary point of contact for scouting service clients, including college coaches (NCAA Division I, II, III, NAIA, JUCO), NBA personnel, and agency representatives.
• Provide exceptional customer support, promptly addressing inquiries, fulfilling specific information requests, and offering tailored insights based on client needs.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring satisfaction and fostering long-term partnerships.
• Proactively communicate updates and relevant market intelligence to subscribers.
• Gather client feedback to continuously improve service offerings and deliverables.
  
  

Scouting & Talent Evaluation

• Provide comprehensive scouting coverage of high school and grassroots basketball games, tournaments, camps, and showcases nationwide.
• Author detailed, objective, and insightful scouting reports on prospects, with information ranging from on-court ability to family background.
• Gather and verify intel on prospects, including background information, academic progress, and recruitment updates.
• Analyze game film to supplement live evaluations and produce detailed breakdowns.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of player rankings across various classes.
• Stay current with NCAA recruiting rules and compliance guidelines.
  
  

Database Management

• Manage and maintain a comprehensive internal database of over 20,000 basketball prospect profiles.
• Ensure data accuracy, completeness, and timeliness for all player entries, including contact information, academic details, stats, evaluation notes, and video links.
• Oversee the input of new player profiles and regularly update existing ones with new scouting reports, intel, and event results.
• Work with technology partners or internal teams to optimize database functionality and user experience for clients.
  
  

Budget & Resource Management

• Develop and manage an annual budget for scouting operations, including travel (flights, accommodations, ground transportation) and consultant/contributor payments.
• Track expenses, ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints.
• Optimize travel schedules and resource allocation for maximum efficiency and coverage.
  
  

Team Collaboration & Content Contribution (if Applicable)

• Collaborate with other scouts, analysts, and content creators within the organization.
• Potentially contribute to written or video content for the company's public-facing platforms or premium subscriber content.
• Manage and mentor a team of regional scouts or part-time consultants, ensuring quality and consistency in their evaluations and reporting.
  
  

Qualifications & Requirements

Required / Strongly Considered:

• Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Business, Journalism, or a related field preferred.
• Intermediate to advanced experience in basketball scouting, coaching, or talent evaluation at the high school, collegiate, or professional level.
• Ability to identify and evaluate basketball talent across different age groups and skill levels.
• An understanding of basketball X's and O's, player development, and talent projection.
• Willingness and ability to travel (estimated 20+ weekends of travel, including nights and weekends).
  
  

Optional / Bonus

• Experience on a college or professional basketball staff
• Experienced in building an audience on digital platforms
• Experience managing large datasets or working with database maintenance/management.
• Ability to manage budgets and track expenses effectively.
• Reside in a metro area with strong grassroots and high school basketball
• Familiarity with NCAA recruiting calendars, rules, and compliance standards.
• Proficiency in using video editing software for film breakdown (e.g., Hudl, Synergy).
• A network of contacts within the grassroots, high school, college, and/or professional basketball communities.
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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