Description

Who are we hiring?
The Social Media Coordinator will support the Knicks content team by ideating, creating, publishing, and tracking highly engaging social media content. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of how people digest and engage with social content, an eye for detail, and stay up-to-date on cultural trends, and industry best practices. This position reports to the Manager of Digital Strategy & Content and will collaborate with the content team around team coverage, tentpole events, marketing partnerships, community programs, and more.
What will you do?
  • Assist in managing the Knicks’ official accounts, with a focus on content development and publishing for TikTok, Snapchat and YouTube Shorts
  • Serve as the community manager for Knicks social, finding unique and innovative ways to cultivate, sustain, and engage existing and new audiences.
  • Support other Knicks social properties, including but not limited to Westchester Knicks, Junior Knicks, and Knicks City Dancers.
  • Create quick-turn graphics, content capture opportunities and video edits when needed.
  • Liaise with Marketing Partnerships on content execution; track content requirements and fulfillment.
  • Apply content reporting insights and learnings to day-to-day posts and campaigns.
  • Stay on top of social media trends and integrate new opportunities for the Knicks’ social presence.
  • Attend and cover Knicks events, including home games, community initiatives, and other team events, with the goal to share compelling content that captures attention.

Requirements

What do you need to succeed?
  • 1-2 years experience working in the sports industry in a similar role.
  • Must be able to work NY Knicks games based on team schedule as needed Understanding of current and emerging social media platforms and trends
  • Experience with social media measurement tools such as Sprout.
  • Experience in video editing software and Adobe suites (Photoshop and Premiere preferred)
  • Knowledge of the NBA, the Knicks and New York, including performance and stats, industry trends, and basketball conversation and local culture
  • Strong written communication skills, including copywriting, proofreading and the ability to write copy specific to platforms.
  • Detail oriented and organized, with the ability to accomplish daily goals while planning ahead and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Experience operating social media platforms for a brand or team.
  • Versatile interpersonal skills and professionalism to work across multiple environments and departments, including interaction with players.
  • Detail oriented with a track record of managing multiple projects at once and delivering on time.
  • Ability to work autonomously, but also able to sync accordingly with full cross-department planning.
  • Be available to work nights/evening/weekends/holidays as needed, including Knicks games based on team schedule and as directed by Manager of Digital Strategy & Content

How to apply

Apply via link

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Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp.

MSG Entertainment is a world leader in live experiences with a portfolio of iconic venues that includes: New York’s Madison Square Garden, Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall and Beacon Theatre; and The Chicago Theatre. With flexible seating capacities and configurations from 2,800 to 21,000, our diverse collection of venues enables us to showcase a variety of acts and events. In addition, MSG Entertainment is building a new state-of-the-art venue in Las Vegas, MSG Sphere at The Venetian, and has also announced plans to build a second MSG Sphere in London, pending necessary approvals. MSG Entertainment produces, presents or hosts a variety of live entertainment and sports experiences in our venues. Madison Square Garden serves as home to the New York Knicks and New York Rangers professional sports franchises. In addition, MSG Entertainment’s venues showcase a broad array of compelling concerts, family shows and special events, as well as a diverse mix of sporting events, such as professional boxing, college basketball, professional bull riding, mixed martial arts and esports. MSG Entertainment also features the Radio City Rockettes, the legendary New York dance company that serves as the star of our Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall, which has been a holiday tradition for 87 years. MSG Entertainment’s other properties include Boston Calling Events, which produces New England’s premier Boston Calling Music Festival, and Tao Group Hospitality with popular dining and nightlife brands that include: Tao, Marquee, Lavo, Avenue, Beauty & Essex and Cathédrale.

Job Details

Posted on Jan 29

New York, NY, USA

Full time

Junior

$45K - $65K