Game Night Communications Assistant - Part Time

Overview

The San Antonio Spurs are looking for several game night communication assistants to join our family!

In this role, you will be responsible for assisting with the game night Public Relations (PR) efforts for the San Antonio Spurs during the 2023-24 NBA season. You will be provided with hands-on experience within a professional sports media relations environment. The position will provide an individual who desires a career in sports information or media relations with an opportunity to learn the business side of sports and media while gaining valuable career experience, building a portfolio and enjoying networking opportunities in the process.

This position is located in San Antonio, TX, part-time (under 29 hours/week) and seasonal with an hourly rate of $12.00/hour.

In every position, each employee is expected to: Demonstrate Alignment with SS&E’s Core Values and Mission, Collaborate with Internal/External Family Members and Demonstrate Ongoing Development.

Responsibilities

• Attend select Spurs home games (Approximately 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. for a 7 p.m. game)
• Assist with setting up press areas, including labeling seats and setting out monitors and printers
• Distribute media credentials and assist with media check-in
• Manage media dining check-in
• Monitor all media materials
• Distribute in-game and postgame statistics to all media members
• Record and transcribe player and coach interviews
• Help all local and national media as needed
• Digitization of postgame materials and historical documents
• Assist Spurs PR staff as needed

JOB COMPETENCIES:

In this position, the following competencies will contribute to the employee’s success: Political Savvy, Problem Solving and Organizing.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Currently enrolled in college with in an interest in public relations/communications preferred
• Strong quote-taking and transcribing skills
• Ability to meet deadlines in short, high-pressure situations
• Outstanding communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Highly detail-oriented and a self-starter
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Demonstrate proficient computer skills, including but not limited to, MS Word
• Ability to work at least 15-20 hours per week during the NBA Season and non-traditional hours (including nights and weekends)