Become a part of the team behind the team.

As employees of the Portland Trail Blazers at the Rose Quarter, we do more than basketball, we are blazing trails toward winning championships on and off the court.

We are pioneers and innovators. We look for people who push boundaries, who dream, who are committed to inclusivity – who want to contribute to Rip City!

As our Digital Content Specialist, you will build content that helps grow our audiences across our digital portfolio. You will work within the Digital Content team in content production for social platforms and website in addition to carrying out the team’s content plan for Blazer5 gaming.

Day-to-day:

• Assist Digital Content Manager in content creation, including on all Trail Blazers game nights, for social platforms and websites. Provide real-time social coverage by capturing and sharing photos, videos, interviews and behind-the-scenes footage. Regularly post social content in coordination with other internal departments, including Community Programs, DEI and Retail.
• Take a leading role in the organization’s community and youth development strategy on social channels, including ideation and content creation for TikTok and Snapchat. Identify and craft ways to reach our new followers. Test new products and services that engage fans in new ways.
• Build and share content for Blazer5 Gaming across social channels by covering games, practices and other events. Work with internal departments, namely Creative Services and Corporate Partnership, to imagine and implement campaigns and initiatives from a content calendar throughout the year.
• Attend Trail Blazers home games and other team events as assigned. Work road games remotely in addition to occasional travel opportunities with the team.
• Regularly publish content for and help manage the Trail Blazers website to reflect the latest news about the team.
• Provide social reporting of sponsored content, team campaigns and events to support other areas of our business, and track and supervise the success of digital initiatives.

We’d like to hear from you if you:

• Bachelor’s Degree Required in Marketing, Digital or other related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to work in Adobe Creative Suite and WordPress
• Ability to work flexible hours that will include nights, weekends and select holidays based on event schedule
• Minimum 2 years of related work or internship experience
• A passion for and understanding of digital and social media channels and trends
• Effective communication and ability to work well within a team
• Strong work ethic and ability to learn on the job
• Can be nimble and work on a variety of projects
• Knowledge of and curiosity about sports, gaming and entertainment is preferred
• Experience with social analytics and reporting is preferred
• Graphic design skills are preferred

Offers of employment are conditional upon proof of COVID-19 vaccination or approval of a medical or religious exemption and accommodation from the company along with the successful results of an individual background check. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories and review results on an individual basis.

The Portland Trail Blazers at the Rose Quarter embraces diversity and inclusion. We celebrate individual expression and uniqueness on our campus. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination. We are committed to hiring individuals that reflect the community we serve without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics. We are an equal opportunity employer.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Perks:

We invest in our employees inside and outside of work. Our benefits package for full-time teammates includes:

• Competitive Healthcare Coverage
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Maternal & Parental Leave
• Flexible Time Off (3 weeks 11 holidays)
• Wellness Perks
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking Discounted Mass Transit Passes
• Discounted & Complimentary Tickets
• Ongoing Learning & Development
• Daily Free Lunch