Freelance Betting & Fantasy Social Media Coordinator - NBC Sports - job 1 of 2

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

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Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

This is a part-time project / limited term position with an estimated duration of up to 6 - 12 months, unless otherwise amended or terminated as deliverables within this project are completed. 

As a Sports Betting & Fantasy Social Media Coordinator, you will be responsible for creating and editing dynamic videos for various NBC Sports social media platforms, scheduling and writing social posts, and contributing to fantasy & sports betting-related content as needed. This includes creating visual, written, and multimedia assets that resonate with target audiences, enhance brand presence, and drive online engagement.

Responsibilities:

• Social Media Content Creation: Develop and manage high-quality, engaging content for NBC Sports social media channels (Instagram, Twitter/X, TikTok, YouTube, etc.), focusing on sports highlights, news, and trends
• Video Editing: Edit and produce compelling sports betting & fantasy sports videos, including graphics, photos, & analysis. Ensure that all videos are optimized for various platforms.
• Social Posts: Collaborate with the fantasy, betting, and digital teams to produce content around strategies, tips, and analyses that align with current sports events and trends
• Collaboration: Work closely with other content creators, graphic designers, and the marketing team to ensure that all content aligns with the brand voice and vision
• Community Engagement: Interact with fans and followers across all social media platforms, responding to comments and feedback to maintain and grow a loyal audience base

Basic Requirements:

• Experience with sports betting content and knowledge of betting terminology and strategies
• Experience with fantasy sports content and knowledge of fantasy terminology and strategies
• Proficiency in video editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or similar)
• Exceptional writing skills with the ability to craft engaging, informative, and well-researched posts

Desired Characteristics:

• Graphic design skills (Adobe Photoshop, Canva, etc.)
• A creative self-starter with a passion for sports and content creation
• Ability to work independently and possess a high level of initiative
• Detail and deadline oriented, and able to manage multiple projects at once
• Demonstrated knowledge of sports
• Team player

Additional Requirements:

• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older

Fully Remote: This position has been designated as fully remote, meaning that the position is expected to contribute from a non-NBCUniversal worksite, most commonly an employee’s residence.

Salary range: $20-25/hour

We are accepting applications for this position on an ongoing basis.

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. 

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