Corporate and Constituent Communications Writer

WORK OPTION:The NBA currently provides eligible employees the option of working remotely one day per week

Position Summary

This position will work with members of the Strategic Communications group to assist in creating and reviewing a wide range of communications, including remarks and background materials for senior executives, internal memos and newsletters, and additional communications that support and engage NBA staff and stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have specific experience drafting and editing communications materials, excellent attention to detail and writing skills, and a background in communications or journalism.

Major Responsibilities
• Draft background materials and remarks for presentations, panels and other speaking engagements for senior executives.

• Serve as part of the editorial team for various league office communications materials, including memos, press releases, key messages and statements.
• Create weekly memos and monthly newsletters to key NBA stakeholders with business updates.
• Maintain a database of historical league messaging and comments.

• Assist with award nominations and submissions for senior leaders.
• Provide copy-editing assistance as needed within the Communications department and to other departments.
• Assist with media relations and operations at league tentpole events, including the Emirates NBA Cup, NBA All-Star, NBA Finals and the NBA Draft, among other events as needed.

Required Education/Professional Experience
• 3-5 years of communications or journalism experience

• BA/BS required

Required Skills/Knowledge Attributes

• Exceptional writing skills

• Strong attention to detail
• Experience formatting on Microsoft applications
• Ability to multitask, prioritize projects and meet deadlines while working with speed and accuracy

• Motivated self-starter who can work independently as well as in a team environment
• General knowledge of the NBA and basketball

Salary Range:75,000 - 85,000

Job Posting Title: Associate Manager

We Consider Applicants For All Positions On The Basis Of Merit, Qualifications And Business Needs, And Without Regard To Race, Color, National Origin, Religion, Sex, Gender Identity, Age, Disability, Alienage Or Citizenship Status, Ancestry, Marital Status, Creed, Genetic Predisposition Or Carrier Status, Sexual Orientation, Veteran Status, Familial Status, Status As A Victim Of Domestic Violence Or Any Other Status Or Characteristic Protected By Applicable Federal, State, Or Local Law.

The NBA is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace. To safeguard our employees and their families, our visitors, and the broader community from COVID-19, and in consideration of recommendations from health authorities and the NBA’s own advisors, any individual working onsite in our New York and New Jersey offices must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. The NBA will discuss accommodations for individuals who cannot be vaccinated due to a medical reason or sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance.