Production Assistant - Highlight Factory

Who We Are

The National Basketball Association (NBA) is a global sports and media organization built around four professional sports leagues: the NBA, WNBA, NBA G League, and NBA 2K League. The NBA has established a major international presence with games and programming available in 215 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 2023-24 season featured a record 125 international players from 40 countries. NBA Digital's 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 2.3 billion likes and followers globally across all league, team, and player platforms.

Through NBA Cares, the league addresses important social issues by working with internationally recognized youth-serving organizations that support education, youth and family development, and health-related causes. The NBA is headquartered in New York City, with offices across North America and around the world.

Position Details

Position Summary

This Production Assistant - Highlight Factory role will support NBA events and production operations. The position involves coordinating events, managing production logistics, and ensuring exceptional experiences for fans and stakeholders at NBA games and events.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate logistics for NBA games and special events
• Manage event production and operations
• Work with venues, teams, and vendors
• Oversee event staffing and volunteer coordination
• Ensure compliance with NBA standards and requirements
• Handle on-site problem resolution and crisis management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Sports Management, or related field
• 3-5 years of experience in event operations or production
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced environments
• Flexibility to work irregular hours including evenings and weekends
• Experience with live events and sports production preferred

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work for the world's premier professional basketball league
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Access to NBA games and events
• Be part of a global sports and entertainment organization

Reference ID: JR001038

To apply for this position, please visit the NBA careers portal and submit your application through the official channels.

The NBA is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and celebrate diversity in our workforce.