Senior Manager, Media & Content Distribution

National Hockey League (NHL); New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Comprehensive health benefits

Hybrid work schedule

401(k) retirement plan

NHL partner rates

Job summary

The National Hockey League (NHL) is seeking a detail‑driven professional to support the International Broadcast team in a hybrid New York role. You will liaise with international media rightsholders, ensure contractual obligations are fulfilled, and help manage programming, content distribution and on-site operational tasks during NHL events and broadcasts.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in broadcast operations, strong project management and excellent communication, with flexibility to work

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in broadcast operations or sports media.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel occasionally and work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support to the International Broadcast team as liaison to international rightsholders.
• Track and report on rightsholder selections and contractual obligations.
• Review broadcaster output for league standards and quality expectations.
• Coordinate broadcast tune-in materials for localization and brand consistency.
• Provide technical, logistical and on-site support for international events.
• Assist in US domestic game distribution planning and execution.
• Coordinate with sponsors and rightsholders on dasherboard opportunities.
• Distribute broadcast content and marketing assets across digital portals.
• Assist with special projects and event planning.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Communication (verbal & written)

Flexibility to work hours

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sports Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About The National Hockey League

Founded in 1917, the National Hockey League (NHL®) is the premier professional ice hockey league in the world and is one of the major professional sports leagues in the United States and Canada.

With more than 1500 employees across the US and Canada, the NHL is a global sports and entertainment organization committed to building healthy and vibrant communities using the sport of hockey. At the NHL, we are looking for dynamic, energetic and impactful individuals who are committed to doing the same by sharing in our philosophy that Hockey is for Everyone.

Summary

WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU

Supports the day-to-day operations of the International Broadcast team, serving as a liaison between the NHL and its international media rightsholders. This role supports international broadcast operations, programming, marketing initiatives, content distribution, and administrative functions while ensuring contractual obligations are fulfilled, promotional materials are delivered on time, and operational processes run efficiently. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced sports media environment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support to the International Broadcast team and serve as a point of contact for broadcaster inquiries.
• Track and report on rightsholder selections, contractual obligations, and fulfillment of NHL and partner requirements.
• Regularly review broadcaster output to ensure compliance with league standards and quality expectations.
• Coordinate and approve broadcast tune-in materials for international rightsholders to ensure localization and brand consistency.
• Provide technical, logistical, and on-site operational support for international rightsholders during NHL events and broadcasts.
• Supports efforts for domestic (US) games distribution planning and execution.
• Assist in correspondence and monitoring performance of local games distribution via US MVPDs.
• Manage player signing opportunities and oversee the coordination of the international giveaways program.
• Coordinate with the Sponsorship and International rightsholders to facilitate digitally enhanced dasherboards (DED) opportunities and execution.
• Distribute broadcast content and marketing assets across digital portals used by international rightsholders.
• Assist with special projects, event planning, and operational initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge Areas/Experience

Required

• 3-5 years of experience in broadcast operations, sports media, marketing, or a related industry.

Education/Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Sports Management, Communications, Broadcasting, Marketing, Business, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Required Skills

• Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to work effectively in publicly visible, high pressure and deadline-oriented environments.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized, attention to detail and strong follow-through.
• Willingness to work flexible hours based on the NHL schedule.
• Ability to travel occasionally in support.

CORE COMPETENCIES

These core competencies reflect the underlying values that are necessary to represent the National Hockey League:

• Accountability
• Adaptability
• Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Inclusion
• Professionalism
• Teamwork & Collaboration

The NHL offers U.S. regular, full-time employees:

• Time to Recharge: Utilize our generous Paid Time Off (PTO) to focus on your well-being and ensure a healthy work/life balance. PTO includes paid holidays, vacation, personal and sick days, plus an extra day off for your birthday.
• Ability to Focus on your Health: Along with competitive salaries, the NHL offers comprehensive health benefits to employees and their eligible dependents effective on their first day with us - there is no waiting period. The NHL subsidizes a large portion of the health benefits costs, therefore your cost for medical, dental and vision coverage is minimal.
• We also offer our employees and members of their household access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support mental, physical, and financial health. In addition, employees have access to a digital wellness resource designed to improve health and happiness through courses in sleep, movement, and focus. These services are confidential and at no-cost to our employees.
• Childcare Leave: Because your family is the NHL family, employees are offered comprehensive Childcare Leave to welcome your new addition. The primary caregiver to the child is entitled to up to 12 weeks of paid Childcare Leave, at full pay, following the birth, adoption, or placement of a child.
• Employees that are not the primary caregiver to the child are entitled to up to 6 weeks of paid Childcare Leave, at full pay, which must be taken within the first 6 months following the birth, adoption, or placement of a child.
• Confidence in your Retirement Goals: Participate in the NHL's Savings Plan which includes a 401K (pre-tax and Roth options) plus non-elective (employer) contributions to keep your retirement goals on track.
• A Hybrid Work Schedule: The NHL recognizes the value of flexibility in work locations/schedules to help our employees balance work/life priorities. Hybrid work schedules are available for a majority of our roles.
• Our New Headquarters: Our new, state of the art, offices are located at One Manhattan West in Hudson Yards. When you’re in the office, you can conduct meetings in one of our high-tech conference rooms, have lunch with a view or play in the game room. Employees can also enjoy New York’s newest neighborhood that is home to more than 100 shops, culinary experiences, and public artwork.
• A Savings for Commuting: Participate in the NHL’s pre-tax commuter benefit plan which helps offset the financial cost of traveling to and from our office.
• NHL Partner Rates: Unlock exclusive pricing from our Partners that include savings on travel, consumer goods and services, plus the NHL Store.
• Life at the NHL: In your first few days, you meet with your new teammates and the HR Team. You have the opportunity to learn more about the NHL and our workplace culture. Employees are invited to play hockey during our Tuesday Night Skate at Chelsea Piers, join our Employee Resource Groups and more. You are a part of our team and we encourage you to be your authentic self, adding to our dynamic workplace culture.

SALARY RANGE

$100-105k

Actual base pay for a successful candidate will be determined based on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to: experience/training, market demands, and geographic location.

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.