Coordinator, Fantasy

ABOUT THE NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE
Founded in 1917, the National Hockey League (NHL®) is the premier professional ice hockey league in the world, and is one of the major professional sports leagues in the United States and Canada.  

With more than 1500 employees across the US and Canada, the NHL is a global sports and entertainment organization committed to building healthy and vibrant communities using the sport of hockey to celebrate fans of every race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, and socio-economic status. 

At the NHL, we are looking for dynamic, energetic and impactful individuals who are committed to doing the same by sharing in our philosophy that Hockey is for Everyone â and inclusion belongs on the ice, in the locker rooms, boardrooms and stands. 
WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU

SUMMARY
This is an innovative, multifaceted role to support fantasy hockey, sports betting and NHL EDGE Stats editorial coverage, sponsorships and free-to-play games on the Leagueâs website and other platforms. The position will help the director, senior fantasy editor write daily articles, provide player rankings, projections and @NHLFantasy social media promotion, support all related sponsorship elements and more. The employee will also help this department continue to embrace new media strategies in these evolving content realms to maximize fan engagement for live NHL games and events.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Monitor NHL news, games and events and assist in the delivery of fantasy, betting and EDGE stats content for League platforms and media partners
• Responsible for writing and editing articles to satisfy sponsorship requirements for fantasy, sportsbook partners and free-to-play games
• Contribute fantasy player rankings, top pickups, stat projections and comprehensive preseason draft prep during buildup to each new season
• Assist in managing the @NHLFantasy social media accounts (Instagram, Twitter/X, Facebook, Threads), embracing new media (experience in TikTok and/or YouTube a plus) and adapting to new features and trends on each platform
• Work closely with NHL editors/producers, social media and PR teams to ensure proper placement/promotion, quality control and SEO
• Help program homepage and microsites and formulate ideas to streamline and maximize performance/growth of content wherever possible
• Handle multimedia, audio and video production tasks and work collaboratively within Zoom, Slack and Microsoft Excel Online
• Establish a professional individual social media presence to answer daily fan questions and gear content toward popular trends

QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge Areas/ExperienceRequired

• Ability to diligently cover evolving sports betting landscape, including daily article(s) identifying the most compelling matchups/odds and props to watch
• Ability to track surface-level and advanced stats to accurately project future player performance
• Must have a strong news sense and identify relevant fantasy, betting and advanced stats trends in a timely and accurate fashion
• At least two seasons covering the NHL or working in sports media, preferably from a fantasy, betting or advanced stats lens
• In-depth knowledge of players from all 32 teams, along with lineups, prospects, past performance and more to provide/update actionable content
• Ability to compare and contrast players and teams for purposes of fantasy rankings, stat projections, betting and EDGE articles
• Capability to contribute to the NHL Fantasy on Ice podcast and/or NHL Network and appear on any programming for the League and its partners

 Preferred

• Any professional experience in sports business, social media and/or advanced analytics a plus
• Past on-air work a plus

 Education/Certifications

• Bachelorâs degree in communications/journalism

Required Skills

• Must be able to work independently, especially when working remotely, and multi-task during a fast-paced daily routine
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including weekends and nights when needed, to cover breaking news and satisfy sponsorship obligations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working in content management systems
• Proficiency in AP style is a must

CORE COMPETENCIES
These core competencies reflect the underlying values that are necessary to represent the National Hockey League:

• Accountability
• Adaptability               
• Communication             
• Critical Thinking
• Inclusion
• Professionalism
• Teamwork & Collaboration

The NHL offers U.S. regular, full-time employees:  Time to Recharge: Utilize our generous Paid Time Off (PTO) to focus on your well-being and ensure a healthy work/life balance.  PTO includes paid holidays, vacation, personal and sick days, plus an extra day off for your birthday. Ability to Focus on your Health: Along with competitive salaries, the NHL offers comprehensive health benefits to employees and their eligible dependents effective on their first day with us â there is no waiting period.  The NHL subsidizes a large portion of the health benefits costs, therefore your cost for medical, dental and vision coverage is minimal.   We also offer our employees and members of their household access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support mental, physical, and financial health.  In addition, employees have access to a digital wellness resource designed to improve health and happiness through courses in sleep, movement, and focus. These services are confidential and at no-cost to our employees.   Childcare Leave: Because your family is the NHL family, employees are offered comprehensive Childcare Leave to welcome your new addition. The primary caregiver to the child is entitled to up to 12 weeks of paid Childcare Leave, at full pay, following the birth, adoption, or placement of a child. Employees that are not the primary caregiver to the child are entitled to up to 6 weeks of paid Childcare Leave, at full pay, which must be taken within the first 6 months following the birth, adoption, or placement of a child. Confidence in your Retirement Goals: Participate in the NHLâs Savings Plan which includes a 401K (pre-tax and Roth options) plus non-elective (employer) contributions to keep your retirement goals on track. A Hybrid Work Schedule: The NHL recognizes the value of flexibility in work locations/schedules to help our employees balance work/life priorities.  Hybrid work schedules are available for a majority of our roles.   Our New Headquarters: Our new, state of the art, offices are located at One Manhattan West in Hudson Yards.  When youâre in the office, you can conduct meetings in one of our high-tech conference rooms, have lunch with a view or play in the game room. Employees can also enjoy New Yorkâs newest neighborhood that is home to more than 100 shops, culinary experiences, and public artwork. A Savings for Commuting: Participate in the NHLâs pre-tax commuter benefit plan which helps offset the financial cost of traveling to and from our office. NHL Partner Rates: Unlock exclusive pricing from our Partners that include savings on travel, consumer goods and services, plus the NHL Store. Life at the NHL: In your first few days, you meet with your new teammates and the HR Team. You have the opportunity to learn more about the NHL and our workplace culture.  Employees are invited to play hockey during our Tuesday Night Skate at Chelsea Piers, join our Employee Resource Groups and more. You are a part of our team and we encourage you to be your authentic self, adding to our dynamic workplace culture. SALARY: $60K Actual base pay for a successful candidate will be determined based on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to: experience/training, market demands, and geographic location. When applying, please be sure to include a cover letter with your salary expectations for this role.  We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, however only qualified candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.  NO EMAILS OR PHONE CALLS PLEASE. 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.

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