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Seasonal Part-Time Ticker Operator

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NFL Digital Media is looking for a seasonal part-time Ticker Operator. This role will assist in the production of content and provide content and context while ensuring the accuracy of live news and information.

Responsibilities

  • Be able to thrive in a breaking news, fast-paced environment
  • Strong communication skills are necessary. Attention to detail and accuracy are two of the most important aspects of this position
  • Provide NFL Digital Media ticker with real-time scoring, statistics, headlines, practice reports, fantasy stats, news alerts, and breaking news
  • Strong communication and written skills. Knowledge of AP Style is a plus
  • Ensure the accuracy of news and information on the ticker

Required Qualifications

  • 4-year degree or equivalent education
  • Must have a strong knowledge of the National Football League
  • Strong attention to detail/organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in communication, journalism or equivalent experience in a related field
  • Prior newsroom experience preferred
  • An ideal candidate has a passion for football and a passion for news, knowledge of NFL history, and rules

Other Key Attributes / Characteristics

  • Must be able to respond quickly on short deadlines
  • Must be able to respond positively to feedback
  • A team attitude is mandatory in all tasks requested from the smallest to largest

Terms / Expected Hours of Work

  • 29 hours or less a week over a 7-month period
  • The operator will work approximately 16 to 29 hours a week in-office
  • Willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Especially during NFL season. Fluid when it comes to scheduling

Salary / Pay Range

This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of salaries or hourly rates that the NFL believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting that it might be willing to pay for the posted job in the location(s) specified. The NFL expects to hire for this position near the middle of the range. Only in truly rare and exceptional circumstances, where an external candidate has experience, credentials or expertise that far exceed those required or expected for the position, would the NFL consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range.

Salary
$26.24$26.24 USD

Benefits Information
To learn more about our comprehensive benefits offerings, please visit: NFL BENEFITS

At the NFL, in-person work at our offices is a top priority because it allows us to collaborate more effectively, build stronger connections, and maintain the culture that drives our success. This role requires onsite presence at an NFL office or stadium location, and remote and/or hybrid working options are not offered.

NO RELOCATION ASSISTANCE WILL BE PROVIDED.

The NFL is committed to building an inclusive work environment that reflects our incredible fan base. We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

WHO WE ARE:

NFL Core Values:

  • Respect: Everyone matters. We celebrate diverse opinions, honor hard work, and value every contribution.
  • Integrity: We do what's right, even when it's tough. We hold ourselves accountable and always follow through.
  • Team Responsibility: We support each other and our communities. No one is bigger than the game, and every action impacts others.
  • Resiliency: We set high standards, overcome adversity, and adapt to challenges, always striving for excellence.

NFL Leadership Attributes:

  • Build Talent: We develop and nurture potential, empowering individuals to grow and succeed.
  • Execute: We take action with precision, delivering results that drive our goals forward.
  • Inspire: We motivate others through vision, energy, and a commitment to excellence.
  • Live Our Values: We embody our core principles in every decision and action.
  • Know the Business: We stay informed, understand our industry, and make decisions that strengthen our position.
  • Think Big: We challenge the status quo, envision bold possibilities, and strive for transformative impact

WHO YOU ARE:

Talent Attributes: What we expect for our employees:

  • Embody an enthusiastic, proactive can-do attitude
  • Embrace grit, free from ego or entitlement
  • Excel as a relationship builder, with the ability to influence
  • Eager learner, driven by passion rather than just ambition
  • Encompasses an incredible work ethic with an agile mindset

What this application asks

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First Name, Last Name, Email, Phone, Resume/CV, Cover Letter

  • LinkedIn Profile optional
  • What is your current address? written answer
  • What are your target compensation expectations?
  • Are you a family member of a current NFL employee? It is the policy of the League Office not to employ family members of employees, or any individual otherwise working or performing services for the NFL, including full time, part time, temporary, intern or seasonal employees. Family members include your spouse, domestic partner, child, parent, grandparent, brother, sister, mother or father in law, nephew, niece, aunt or uncle. choose one
  • Are you a current or former an employee of the League, an NFL player, or an employee of one of the 32 clubs? If so, please select the employment type: choose one
  • At the NFL, in-person work at our offices is a top priority, as it allows us to collaborate more effectively, build stronger connections, and foster the culture that drives our success. For this reason, the NFL’s Workplace Policy requires employees to work from their assigned NFL office on all regularly scheduled workdays, subject to NFL policy regarding business travel, time off, and similar matters. The NFL will discuss reasonable accommodations for individuals who believe they cannot meet this requirement because of a medical condition or disability. By selecting yes, you are confirming that you can meet this requirement with or without a reasonable accommodation. choose one
  • Are you capable of performing the essential functions of the job for which you are applying to, with or without a reasonable accommodation? choose one
  • If you are a candidate with a disability and require accommodations to participate in the application and/or interview process, please let us know. You may request accommodations by contacting HR Answers at HRAnswers@nfl.com. We will work with you to provide reasonable accommodations to facilitate your participation in the application and interview process. You may also indicate you will need accommodation by selecting "yes" or "no" below: choose one
  • Sponsorship for immigration-related work visas is not available for this position. For purposes of this question, sponsorship includes direct sponsorship, entry of the NFL as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the NFL (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.). Please select the most accurate response below. choose one
  • Are you legally authorized to work in the country where this position is based? choose one
  • I certify that the answers provided on this application are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. choose one

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