Manager, Game Presentation
National Hockey League
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New York Islanders Hockey Club
A storied sports franchise…a world class arena…the best fans…
AND YOU
Our Game Plan
The New York Islanders Hockey Club is one of the most iconic franchises in professional sports with a deeply passionate and loyal fanbase following four consecutive Stanley Cups in the early 1980s. Striving to add to that legacy, the New York Islanders have embarked on the next chapter of the franchise’s journey. Made for music, built for hockey; UBS Arena has repositioned our brand in the Long Island and Metro NY markets - all in support of our effort to win a fifth Stanley Cup. This will only be possible, however, if we assemble a dynamic and talented business operations team that embodies a culture of “fanatical excellence” necessary to achieve success. There is no better time to be a part of the New York Islanders organization!
The New York Islanders are looking for a Manager, Game Presentation who will help create an entertaining brand-driven New York Islanders game experience using cutting-edge content, graphics, live entertainment, and next-generation technology that drives Isles fandom.
How to Make the Team
The successful candidate will have 3-5 years of sports and/or entertainment experience, have a strong work ethic, will be innovative, have excellent writing and presentation skills, can manage entertainments teams, collaborate with all team groups to develop new programs and platforms that support and drive revenue, and have a passion to learn and grow within the industry.
This role will reside within the NYI Game Presentation Department and will report to the SVP of Event Presentation and Content Experiences, with a primary focus on executing game night and non-game night schedules, contests, promotions, and more.
Show Us You Can
- Oversee the game presentation coordinator, mascot, entertainment team, and department intern
- Work closely with the UBS Arena AV team to ensure flawless game night execution
- Collaborate with the video production, motion, marketing, corporate partnership, community relations, and ticketing departments to elevate brand messaging, add value to existing programming, and to drive revenue
- Directly manage and build the team’s mascot program
- Act as a game presentation contact during all Islanders home games
- Write game PA Scripts, and oversee receiving the proper elements from all departments
- Work with outside groups on unique collaborations (i.e., Nickelodeon Night & Marvel Night)
- Present high-level entertainment elements, including performances, stunts, and special guests
- Seek ways to elevate game presentation through technology innovations
- Oversee all third-party and license agreements
- Maintain department project and inventory lists
- Create mechanisms for real-time fan feedback
- Assist with (as-needed) UBS Arena events
- Prepare game presentation strategy decks
- Track department budget
Who You Are
- Accountable: Take ownership of your work and of your projects from start to finish
- Flexible: Switch gears on a moment’s notice and adapt to shifting priorities
- Collaborative: Build cross-functional relationships within the organization and with vendors and partners
- Passionate: Bring energy and a can-do attitude to the role every day
- Solutions-Oriented: Show off your problem solving and decision-making skills while focusing on the solutions in every case
Your Equipment
- Strong hockey knowledge
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
- Proficient in broadcast control room and production equipment
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to be spontaneous and react quickly when necessary
- Excellent time management and communication skills; both written and verbal
- Highly motivated
- Strong attention to detail
Where You’ll Go
- Attend all preseason, regular season games and postseason games; attend additional events upon request
The Fine Print
The New York Islanders are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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