**Join arenaflex, a leading media and technology company, in shaping the future of sports and entertainment.**
Are you a basketball enthusiast with a passion for creating engaging content and building communities around sports? Do you have a deep understanding of social media platforms and a proven track record of growing a sports brand's online presence? If so, we want to hear from you!
**About arenaflex**
arenaflex is a pioneering media and technology company that connects fans to the games and experiences they love most. Our mission is to deliver personalized, high-quality content and unparalleled fan experiences consistently. As a leading player in the sports and entertainment industry, we're committed to innovation, creativity, and excellence.
**Job Summary**
We're seeking an experienced Full Stack Social Media Editor to join our team and lead the content creation and community building efforts for our NBA/WNBA social media brand, Ball Don't Lie. As a key member of our social media group, you'll be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive social media strategy, creating engaging content, and building a loyal community of fans.
**Key Responsibilities**
* Develop, ideate, and program content for Yahoo Sports' "Ball Don't Lie" NBA channel, including social media posts, videos, and live streaming content
* Lead editor responsible for Ball Don't Lie social methodology and long-term planning
* Collaborate with NBA scholars and editors to create content around NBA editorial news
* Conceptualize and execute unique content and live streaming ideas for social platforms
* Develop Ball Don't Lie's social handles through happy and community building and proactively pitch opportunities for growth
* Work with social platform contacts at IG, X, Meta, YouTube, and Snapchat on any platform changes or platform upgrades
* Post engaging and UGC/unique content around live NBA events on different social platforms
* Collaborate with NBA and WNBA talent (authors and columnists) and editorial staff to create content for social media
* Capture local sentiment around the NBA's major tentpole events
* Ideate novel source of inspiration campaigns or other innovative strategies to promote content and engage with clients on social platforms
* Work in collaboration with NBA/basketball powerhouses to assist with growing the record
* Weekly and monthly covering all social analysis and using data to decide and recommendations on happy
* Work in lockstep with arenaflex's creative team to develop proactive and on-the-fly static and video content
**Requirements**
* Profound understanding of sports/social media platforms with experience programming on all significant platforms for a significant brand (scheduling posts, programming video, content development, etc.)
* Master knowledge of Instagram, X, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, and Snapchat
* Solid editorial judgment and profound knowledge of all the NBA and WNBA
* An imaginative mind that can move quickly and capitalize on breaking stories and live games
* A demonstrated history of creating content that grows a sports brand's social media accounts
* Solid understanding of key social metrics and how to promote content based on those metrics
* Ability to recognize static and video content that resonates on specific social platforms
* Solid writing abilities, grammar, relational abilities, and a comprehension of the "tone" of the internet
* Ability to create/alter video and make illustrations for social platforms using Adobe Creative Suite or more
* A reporting degree is an plus
**It Would Be Ideal For You Additionally To Be**
* 3-5 years programming social content or "claiming" a social record for a sports social media brand
* A collaborative person and hard worker who can perform multiple tasks and work across different teams to partner and collaborate on various initiatives
* A gigantic fan fixated on everything NBA/WNBA, social media, and internet trends
* Somebody who appreciates engaging with the social crowd and loves to build the discussion around our content
* Somebody who can work an adaptable schedule according to sports breaking and live games. Weekend and it are expected to even moves.
**About arenaflex Benefits**
arenaflex is a part of Verizon Media, which was acquired by Verizon Communications. Employee benefits at arenaflex (Verizon Media) may include:
* Medical care: Comprehensive clinical, dental, and vision coverage.
* Retirement Plans: 401(k) plans or other retirement savings options.
* Protection: Life insurance, disability coverage, and other protection benefits.
* Managed Time: Vacation days, holidays, and possibly sick leave.
* Parental Leave: Benefits for new parents, including maternity and paternity leave.
* Employee Assistance Projects (EAP): Support services for employees dealing with personal or business-related challenges.
* Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth and training programs.
* Health Projects: Initiatives to promote employee health and well-being.
* Benefits and Discounts: Employee discounts on products and services.
It's essential to note that specific benefits can change based on the employee's job, location, and other factors.
**How to Apply**
If you're a passionate and creative individual with a deep understanding of sports and social media, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our team and be a part of shaping the future of sports and entertainment.
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