Creator Outreach and Management Specialist

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.

As part of its portfolio, Prudential Center in downtown Newark, N.J. annually hosts more than 200 games, concerts, family shows and special events and is a top-5 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. HBSE also owns the NBA’s Philadelphia 76ers, one of the most storied franchises in American sports, having won three championships led by some of the most iconic athletes in NBA history.

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 from the communities 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

Are you a TikTok/Instagram junkie? Can you name creators, big and small, doing big things in the social space? Are you the one DMing all your friends the latest influencer content? Do you love the New Jersey Devils and Prudential Center, and think others would love them, too? Are we asking too many questions off the bat? If you said yes to all of this, then we want you. The New Jersey Devils and Prudential Center seek a motivated individual to join their Content team, a collaborative unit where all voices, minds and ideas contribute to the collective output of both brands.

This team is seeking a creative Creator Outreach and Management Specialist, on a part-time basis, to join one of the sports and entertainment industry’s best social media teams. Reporting directly to the Senior Manager, Social Media, this position is responsible for assisting the Marketing and Content teams with creator-led efforts. This individual will assist the team with outreach and creator management, including but not limited to serving as an on-site liaison to various creators and influencers during New Jersey Devils games and Prudential Center events.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE BELOW

• Serve as on-site point of contact for creators, influencers, and celebrities during New Jersey Devils and Prudential Center events.
• Assist the Marketing team with maintaining active lists of creators, influencers, and celebrities relevant to the New Jersey Devils and Prudential Center.
• Assist with the development and execution of creator, influencer, and celebrity-led content opportunities.
• Track creator, influencer, and celebrity-led content data, including impressions and engagements on various social media channels.
• Assist the Content and Marketing teams with creator, influencer, and celebrity communications, inclusive of ensuring content production dates are communicated to internal and external stakeholders.
• Join Marketing and Content teams in brainstorms and ideation of campaigns and social concepts.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2+ years’ experience in Social Media and/or creator and influencer management, preferably for a sports and/or entertainment organization.
• Bachelor’s/Post-Secondary Degree in marketing, new/digital media, or related field or relevant years of experience.
• Professional experience using all major Social Media platforms (TikTok, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, etc.).
• Experience using Asana and creator/influencer tracking platforms a plus.
• Passionate about a career in the sports and entertainment industry.
• A deep understanding of the creator and influencer space, especially within the Tri-State area.
• Expects highest quality performance from self and others.
• Strategic thinker, creative storyteller with excellent interpersonal skills.
• High level of poise and professionalism.
• Ability to prioritize workload and solve problems quickly.
• Results driven with ability to set and deliver on priorities.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced industry and department with tight timelines and ever-evolving projects.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work Environment: This position predominantly requires that work be performed from the Prudential Center/New Jersey Devils offices, but attendance at events taking place in the arena or offsite, including on weekends and/or holidays, may be required.
• Physical Requirements: This position requires the ability to lift up to 15 pounds.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $27 and $29/hour. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

This position will be an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.