Communications Game-Night Staff

The Communications & Publications Game-Night Staff is responsible for assisting the Communications & Publications Staff in implementing the team’s media relations efforts on game nights. This position works part-time during the NBA and NBA G League preseason, regular season, and any applicable playoff season located at FedExForum in Memphis, TN, and Landers Center in Southaven, MS.

• Accurately and efficiently distribute credentials to media and guests;
• Record and transcribe pregame and postgame interviews with players, coaches, and staff;
• Assist with press conferences in the media work room;
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED required; at least one year of college coursework in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field preferred
• Strong knowledge of AP Style and ability to apply it in written materials
• Ability to quickly and accurately transcribe audio files
• Ability to work most Memphis Grizzlies home games, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and be available prior to media arrival on game days
• Knowledge of the Memphis Grizzlies and NBA basketball
• Professional and personable demeanor
• Strong work ethic with solid organizational and time management skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, game-night environment
• Ability to receive and apply constructive feedback

• Working toward Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college majoring in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Sports Management, or other relevant degree program.

Memphis Basketball LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all applicants and team members fairly based on their abilities, achievements and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other classification protected by law.

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