WHO WE ARE:
Founded by Josh Harris and David Blitzer, Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment (HBSE) includes in its portfolio the Philadelphia 76ers, the New Jersey Devils, leading venue Prudential Center in Newark, N.J., the Delaware Blue Coats, and the Utica Comets. Led by some of the best and brightest minds across a diverse spectrum of industries, HBSE positions itself as one of the most pioneering, innovative global sports and entertainment businesses to date. HBSE also strives to positively impact the local communities in which it operates through the powerful platform of sports.
HBSE offers an energetic work environment built on collaboration, growth, and a quest to excel in everything we do. Prudential Center in downtown Newark, N.J. hosts more than 175 concerts, family shows and special events annually and is the fourth-ranked sports and entertainment venue in the U.S. by Pollstar and Billboard. It is home to the New Jersey Devils, a renowned NHL franchise with three Stanley Cup championships and a proud, passionate fan base.
The Philadelphia 76ers organization is one of the most storied franchises in American sports, led by some of the best and brightest minds across a diverse spectrum of industries, HBSE positions itself as one of the most pioneering, innovative global sports and entertainment businesses to date. The 76ers have attracted the industry’s top leadership talent from the NBA, NFL, NHL, MLB, MLS, UFC and NCAA, resulting in one of the most exciting, rewarding, and dynamic work environments within the sports industry. The 76ers offer a best-in-class workplace culture built on collaboration, growth, and a quest to excel in everything we do.
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:
At HBSE, we engage, represent and reflect diverse voices of employees, players fans and communities. We are dedicated to hiring the best talent that is reflective of where we live, work and play – across all groups and levels; supporting and developing every employee to reach their potential; and creating an inclusive environment that allows team members to bring their true authentic selves to work.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Philadelphia 76ers’ communication staff is opening a role for the upcoming season. Those hired will be able to work with the PR team at home games and accumulate hands-on experience with an NBA team. Game Night Staff members will assist with transcribing media availabilities, working with media members covering home games, and gathering information such as stats. This fast-paced position allows individuals to foster relationships with local and national media personalities while enhancing their communication skills to build a career within the industry.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE BELOW:
- Learn to plan and execute game-day activities, including production and distribution of press credentials, coordination of appropriate sign-in for press meals, assistance with press area operations during games, and the recording and transcribing of postgame press conferences
- Provide support writing postgame notes for distribution to media
- Help keep storage areas and media room organized
- Support and assist with the various types of ways the department distributes information, including press releases, press conferences, publicity events and off-day media availabilities
- Perform all other objectives, projects, and responsibilities as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
- College juniors, seniors, or recent graduates, or equivalent experience
- Must be able to work majority of Philadelphia 76ers home games
- Must be able to work game nights, which includes weekends and holidays, if necessary
- Must demonstrate professionalism, a customer-first attitude, enthusiasm, and strong verbal and written communication skills
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Work Environment: This position requires that work be performed from the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA
- Physical Requirements: This position requires the ability to move for an entire shift (approximately 4-6 hours)
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
