Content Producer (FT)

Spurs Sports & Entertainment (SS&E) is seeking a versatile and innovative Content Producer to capture, edit, and produce elevated content that represents SS&E’s umbrella of franchises. From cinematic highlights and features to quick TikTok posts and trends, this experienced storyteller will optimize and customize content for multiple platforms. They will own assigned projects, pitch new concepts, and conduct both studio-based and field-based video productions. Operating professional video, lighting, and audio equipment is an essential function of the role – as well as professional editing experience. Candidate must be able to work with a diverse group of important internal and external partners, cross-department peers, clients and fans at all levels – as well as being a champion teammate. Independent judgment is required to plan, prioritize and organize a diversified workload in a fast-paced sports environment. 

What You’ll Do: 

• Capture, edit, and produce engaging stories, with a focus on vertical format storytelling and platform-specific optimization 
• Customize content to leverage each platform’s strengths and align with audience preferences, maximizing engagement and driving global fan growth
•  Provide support to peers; assist with peer content reviews, contributing to discussions, and escalates any attention needs to the Director
• Assist with distribution of final approved content pieces to the appropriate channel owners 
• Contribute to brainstorms, pitch concepts, and test new formats and trends to drive innovation and engagement.
• Assist in the overall operational health of the Content Team – championing the adherence to organizational processes, best practices, and standards. 
• Collaborate cross-functionally, including PR, Marketing and Global Partnerships, to ensure content aligns with campaign goals and authentically represents team and basketball culture.
• Use strong independent judgment to plan, prioritize and organize a diversified workload in a fast-paced sports environment.
• Exude excellent organizational skills and proven attention to detail.
• Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Who You Are:  

• A Bachelor’s degree, technical degree and 5 years’ experience in a related field.
• Extensive knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Premier Pro, Audition, AfterEffects, etc.)
• Working knowledge of all social media platforms including their sizing specifications (4:5, 16:9, 9:16 exports) and unique characteristics

• Storytelling techniques across all platforms (long and short form)

• Previous experience working with professional production equipment (Sony and RED cameras, KINO lights, lav and boom mics, c-stands, tripods, backdrops, etc.)

• Proficiency in interpreting social media KPIs and using data to inform creative decisions.

• Proven editing reel
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Teams, Excel, Word, Power Point and other computer skills required
• Strong teamwork aptitude, communication skills, and interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Experience creating and producing branded content for sports organizations is preferred
• A strong knowledge of basketball, the NBA, the San Antonio Spurs as a whole is a plus

Physical Requirements:  

• Sitting on a basketball court in small spaces, standing on the sidelines of a soccer pitch, walking up and down arena stairs, walking briskly to edit clips or run memory cards during games for content relevancy (frequent)
• Constant finger dexterity is required to use a computer keyboard to complete tasks (frequent)
• Sitting for long periods of time while editing (frequent)
• Loading gear for production shoots, carrying gear from car to location (occasional)
• Other physical requirements might arise based on the unique video shoots each season (occasional)

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