The Social & Digital Content Producer – Grind City Media will execute a digital content distribution, publishing and growth strategy of Grind City Media content on social platforms. They will support analytics process for social media campaigns and digital content. They will manage the day-to-day operations for our YouTube channels, Apple Podcast, Spotify and publishing Grind City Media shows. The Social & Digital Content Producer – Grind City Media is expected to become an expert in YouTube and Podcast best practices and Grind City Media content.

• Lead all efforts in uploading, publishing and optimization of content to their assigned YouTube channels and oversee day to day operations
• Lead all efforts in uploading, publishing and optimization of podcasts to Spotify, Apple and other podcast platforms through Spreaker, including work with digital marketing team to deploy and update dynamic ads in podcasts and managing the relationship with those platforms.
• Create clips, including in vertical video format, for promotion of Grind City Media shows.
• Assist in the production and publishing of content in the Grind City Media mobile app.
• Work with on-air talent, show producers, marketing and other departments to develop and optimize content, clips, titles, thumbnails, tags, descriptions, cards, playlists, and other content/features across the channels.
• Work with on-air talent, show producers and other departments to be aware and act on emerging trends within the social video and podcasting sports landscape.
• Work with the Director of Programming and Digital Content to maintain brand voice with high spelling and grammar standards across channels.
• Lead distribution and posting of social media content on Grind City Media channels, including game coverage, show, and clips.
• Assist with video editing and graphic design to support promotion of family of brands.
• Assist with fan engagement, YouTube community tab management, comment moderation and livestream activities.
• Pay attention and act on emerging trends within the social video and podcasting sports landscape.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Marketing, Communications or a related field.
• Minimum 2-4 years related work experience.
• Knowledge and passion of sports including NBA basketball.
• Demonstrated passion for sports-oriented media, YouTube and social video space.
• Experience using YouTube’s Creator Studio.
• Experience writing social media copy, video titles and descriptions.
• Proficient knowledge of Adobe Premiere and Adobe Photoshop, especially for creating thumbnails and show promotional graphics.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with high proficiency in English copy.
• Ability to quickly assimilate new information and learn new skills is critical.
• Excellent computer skills including MSExcel, MSWord, & MSOffice.
• Must be focused, extremely detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks and timely completion is critical. 
• Must be a team player with a strong fan focus.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends as required.

Nice to Have:

• Experience interpreting data and sharing analytical conclusions.
• Knowledge in search engine optimization for content (SEO) for content distribution.
• Proficient knowledge and us of with Podcast hosting and analytics (Spreaker, Transitor, Captivate, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, etc.)
• Any experience working with social analytics platforms.

What We Offer

At the Memphis Grizzlies, we strive to support our team members through all stages of life with robust and attractive benefits, financial and wellness options and great perks.  In addition to offering a competitive salary, we have other great benefits and perks.

Keeping You Healthy

• Industry leading health coverage
• Short and Long-term disability
• Team Member and Dependent Life Insurance
• Group Voluntary Benefits
• Wellness programs through EAP and Headspace

Discounts and Perks

• Matching 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Team Store Discounts
• Happy Hours and other fun activities
• Qualified parking and game night meals
• NBA Sponsored Discount Programs
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Employee Recognition Programs
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Taking Time Off

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Parental Leave

Memphis Basketball LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all applicants and team members fairly based on their abilities, achievements and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other classification protected by law.