Director, Game Presentation
Brooklyn Nets, LLC
New York, NY
SUMMARY
BSE Global ( BSE ) is a multifaceted sports and entertainment business that brings people together to experience music, sports, and culture through our teams and venue.
Through these experiences and in our workplace, we strive to elevate our business, grow our fan base, and cultivate a community anchored in belonging and inclusion in every aspect, on and off the court.
The Director, Game Presentation will guide the planning, strategy, development and execution of game presentation elements for the Brooklyn Nets, New York Liberty and Barclays Center college basketball franchises.
The role is a key part of BSE Global’s Game Presentation team, a group that leads high-level event production for internal and consumer-facing events.
This position is responsible for ensuring event attendees have an unforgettable experience and we maximize the opportunity to foster brand affinity at Barclays Center and across Brooklyn.
The Director will develop close working relationships with the Content, Creative, Brand and Consumer Marketing teams to ensure we are amplifying priority Marketing initiatives at our events.
This individual will also manage a highly coordinated effort to program and produce events, liaising with the Barclays Center, Basketball Operations, Ticketing, Partnerships, Community and DE&I teams to ensure flawless execution of the goals and vision of all stakeholders.
The role will use imagination and originality to enhance event programming and implement entertaining concepts into the show.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Serve in a leadership role in coordination with the VP, Game Presentation and Senior Director, Entertainment to guide planning, communication, and programming for BSE Global events
Develop impactful concepts and activations that bring to life internal & partner priority initiatives
Steward video strategy and production for all events, in alignment with the Content team
Oversee the creation of a department production calendar, timing sheets, rundowns, scripts, and other production related documents, distributing to key stakeholders as appropriate
Develop process and communication with Basketball Operations to ensure we are achieving their goals and appropriately showcasing our players & key game storyline
Work with Partnerships to develop, pitch and execute programming elements that drive revenue, elevate the fan experience, and achieve partner objectives
Maintain a close working relationship with the Barclays Center control room, including a physical presence leading up to and during games to ensure seamless communication
Oversee the relationship with various technology, production and operational vendors
Help bring to life our Nets Fan Engagement Tentpoles at Barclays Center, inclusive of Nets Unite, Friday Night Live, Kids Games, Opening Night & Fan Appreciatio
Support production for in-market events such as viewing parties, corporate events, Practice in the Park and community events
Research and stay apprised of Game Presentation trends across professional sports leagues, implementing new and innovative programming at BSE events
Liaise with NBA Game Presentation to stay on top of league guidelines and best practices, while also formulating meaningful relationships with teams across the NBA and other leagues
WHO YOU ARE :
7+ years’ experience working in live events, sports and event production
Understanding Sports & Entertainment live event presentation is strongly preferred
Content & broadcast production skills and experience is a major plus
Knowledge of and ability to closely follow popular culture and viral trends
Possess outstanding leadership, organizational skills, and collaborative spirit
Adaptable, with the ability to solve problems and navigate the evolving nature of live events
A passionate, creative spirit, who can actively lead and engage in brainstorm sessions
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including clearly presenting concepts
Capacity to excel in a fast-paced environment and support multiple stakeholders
Ability to cultivate meaningful, trust-based relationships across levels and departments
Willingness to attend and work home games along with other select company events
College degree required
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
May be required to travel on occasions; trips may necessitate air travel and / or overnight stay for one or more nights.
SALARY RANGE
$110,000 - $125,000
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Works primarily in an office environment but is expected to work games and other events on evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Must be able to stand for an extended period of time and be able to handle the physical requirements of light work and lifting.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity ( EEO ) Employer. It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of BSE not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, transgender status, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local laws.
Full-time
Brand Copywriter
Brooklyn Nets, LLC
New York, NY
SUMMARY
BSE Global ( BSE ) is a multifaceted sports and entertainment business that brings people together to experience music, sports, and culture through our teams and venue.
Through these experiences and in our workplace, we strive to elevate our business, grow our fan base, and cultivate a community anchored in belonging and inclusion in every aspect, on and off the court.
The Brand Copywriter will be responsible for developing compelling and on-brand messaging that will help cultivate the next generation of lifelong fans for the Brooklyn Nets & other BSE Global properties, strengthening brand affinity across all segments.
This role will liaise with key internal stakeholders and agency partners to implement brand positioning and messaging across marketing campaigns, creative and initiatives.
The Brand Copywriter will support brand vision and traits, naming and taglines, copywriting and communication strategies.
This individual will ask why?’, translating insights into messaging strategy and brand voice into copy with a clear point-of-view.
The role will be instrumental in the development of brand campaigns in collaboration with the Creative team, leveraging strong copy skills and brand acumen to bring dynamic campaigns to life.
JOB DESCRIPTION WHAT YOU WILL DO :
Support the process to build brand vision, mission, north-star priorities, campaign strategy and unique positioning for the Brooklyn Nets & other BSE Global properties
Translate briefs into messaging guides, with careful creation of tone and voice that consistently represent the brand across all marketing platforms and channels
Develop naming, taglines and key messaging for brand campaigns and programs, using data driven insights to support final recommendations
Collaborate to support the development of a brand positioning style guides and templates for messaging guides to support campaigns for our brands
Support key campaigns with our revenue generating businesses inclusive of Ticketing, Global Partnerships and Merchandising
Contribute to the season planning process, supporting the development of a year-round messaging calendar
Collaborate with Creative, Content, Game Presentation, Marketing Solutions, Marketing Operations and Merchandise teams to ensure consistent brand messaging and creative is embraced across all campaigns, activations and channels
Support BSE Global properties (Long Island Nets, NetsGC and Barclays Center) and additional lines of business as appropriate
Candidate Profile Who You Are
4+ years of copywriting experience for an agency and / or brand with a demonstrated track record of successful go-to-market campaign copywriting and a robust portfolio of work
A skilled writer with the ability to tailor voice and tone
A passion for crafting language that is elevated, creative, intelligent, welcoming and inclusive
A strategic storyteller who understands how to steward ideas from creative brief to final campaign execution copy
Keen eye for detail and appreciation for great design, with the ability to consider creative standards when preparing copy for various channels
A proactive problem-solver, who can partner with Creative and Content teams to guide on-brief, on-brand execution
Open-minded to constructive feedback, using it as inspiration to evolve approach
Demonstrated ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, make decisions, and optimize outcomes
A highly collaborative, adaptable team player with capacity to excel in a fast-paced environment
Skilled in cultivating meaningful, trust-based internal and external relationships, including with agency partners
An excellent written and verbal communicator, including presentation capabilities
Knowledge of industry trends and ability to serve as a subject area expert
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising, Journalism, English or a related field
Candidates should be prepared to share a portfolio of their work
SALARY RANGE : $73,000 - $84,000
$73,000 - $84,000
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Works primarily in an office environment but upon request will be expected to travel and attend games & other events on evenings, weekends, and holidays.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity ( EEO ) Employer. It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of the Company not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, transgender status, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local laws.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Please contact us to request an accommodation.
Full-time
Financial Analyst
Brooklyn Nets, LLC
New York, NY
SUMMARY
The Financial Analyst will be responsible for preparing, refining, and tracking expense reporting to ensure accuracy and accountability.
The ideal candidate possesses superior organizational and time management skills with a proven ability to multi-task. The candidate must also demonstrate strong independent reasoning, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with the capability to think and act proactively.
The Financial Analyst will work with various internal departments on a regular basis. This position reports directly to the Senior Director of FP&A.
WHAT YOU WILL DO :
Collaborate on the buildout of the annual enterprise budget / reforecast
Preparation of departmental expense tracking reports
Lead monthly meetings with department heads to go over financial results
Review accuracy of the coding of data entered into ERP system to align to budget
Assist with the month-end and year-end closing process
Assist in tracking performance against budgets and business plans and recommend modifications as appropriate
Exposure to suite, sponsorship and ticket sales revenue reporting
Assist in creating and updating financial reports that are distributed to senior leadership
Assists with special projects as assigned
Ad hoc reporting as necessary, including excel modeling, management reporting dashboards, etc.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING :
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Sports Management, Economics, or Business Management required.
1-3 years minimum experience in an analytical and finance role.
Experience in Workday Adaptive, NetSuite and Excel a plus.
WHO YOU ARE :
Advanced in Microsoft Excel, including but not limited to nested formulas, pivot tables, lookup functions;
Working knowledge of Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
Exceptional analytical skills
Comprehensive understanding of financial analysis with the ability to evaluate and communicate strategic implications
Uncompromised ability to protect the confidentiality and privacy of others in addition to company documents and records when privy to sensitive information
Flexibility to work the hours needed to meet strict deadlines
Strong independent thinking, reasoning, problem solving and decision making skills
Ability to effectively prioritize, organize and perform multiple tasks with varying deadlines
Ability to demonstrate uncompromised judgment and discretion with regard to interpersonal relationships
Strong sense of self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Truly outstanding customer service and interpersonal communication skills
Flexible and reliable team player, both within own department and within company as a whole
Strong communication skills : must be comfortable with engaging in a variety of different communicative modes (verbal, non-verbal, and written) and being attuned to others through strong active listening skills
Possess the ability to identify problems, their source, and potential solutions, while continuing to successfully conduct day-to-day operations without interruption
Strong command of reasoned, measured decision-making based upon analyzing the pros and cons of each potential decision to be made.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS :
Infrequent Traveler (
SALARY RANGE
$67,000 - $80,000
WORK ENVIRONMENT :
The Financial Analyst will be based in corporate headquarters in Brooklyn. He / she may be expected to attend events taking place on evenings, weekends, and holidays.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity ( EEO ) Employer. It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of the Company not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, transgender status, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local laws.
Full-time