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Director, Player Operations - eSports
NBA
New York, NY, United States
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Position Description:
This position will be responsible for leading the operations of the NBA's recently announced NBA 2K League, as well as serve as the NBA's resident expert on eSports This person will also be responsible for player relationships and management.
Major Responsibilities:
• Establish league operations for NBA 2K League
Assist in crafting player and team requirements and guidelines
Assist in building league schedule, league draft rules and requirements, and operations manual
Establish plan for league expansion
Serve as consultant to teams on eSports operations
Be at the forefront of new eSports industry developments
Maintain relationships with leading eSports organizations
Present to senior executives on developments in the eSports community
Required Experience & Knowledge:
Required Skills/Knowledge
• Significant experience in eSports league development
Relationships throughout eSports community (teams, leagues, service providers)
Ability to manage diverse set of stakeholders
Communications skills to develop materials and present to senior executives
Experience
• 7+ years in operations at a media, entertainment or sports company
2+ years experience working directly in the eSports/Gaming sector
Has relevant media and eSports contacts
Has played and is comprehensive in most major eSports titles
Passion for basketball preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint
Educational Background Required:
Bachelor's degree