Talent Lead, Local Media

WORK OPTION: The NBA currently provides eligible employees the option of working remotely one day per week._________________Position SummaryAt the NBA, we’re passionate about growing and celebrating the game of basketball . Through the intensity of the game and the amazing athletic skill of our players, we deliver excitement to hundreds of millions of fans around the world. As a global sports and media business, the NBA is so much more.The Talent Lead will oversee the talent vertical within the Local Media organization, responsible for developing and executing the strategy for on-air talent across local game broadcasts, studio programming, and emerging digital formats. This role will lead the identification, development, management, and integration of announcers, analysts, and creator-driven talent to deliver a differentiated and locally relevant fan experience.The Talent Lead will partner closely with Production, Content, Broadcast Integration, and Marketing teams to ensure talent is effectively deployed, strategically aligned, and integrated into evolving production formats across all platforms.Major ResponsibilitiesLead the overall talent strategy for Local Media, including announcers, analysts, and creator/influencer talent across all network programmingOversee talent identification, evaluation, and selection to ensure alignment with local market needs and broader NBA brand objectivesLead and manage a team responsible for talent strategy, talent operations, and day-to-day coordination, including setting priorities, providing guidance, and supporting performance and developmentManage talent relationships, including onboarding, development, performance feedback, and ongoing engagementPartner with Talent Production Lead and Game Production Leads to integrate talent seamlessly into live game, studio, and digital productionsCollaborate with Content Planning Lead to expand and operationalize non-traditional and creator-led talent formatsDevelop scalable talent models that support centralized and local production across multiple marketsEnsure consistency in talent quality, preparation, and presentation across all productionsCreate a culture of consistent coaching and feedback across talent and the full content teamPartner cross-functionally with Programming, Marketing, Partnerships, and Social/Digital Content teams to align talent deployment with content strategy and audience engagement goalsProvide strategic input into new formats, including alternate broadcasts, digital-first productions, and multilingual programmingMonitor industry trends in sports media, talent, and creator ecosystems and recommend innovations to enhance fan experienceOversee talent-related budgets, contracts coordination (in partnership with Legal/Business Affairs), and resource allocationS erve as a senior leader within the Local Media organization, contributing to overall production and content strategyRequired Education/Professional ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Media , Communications, Business, or a related field preferred1 0 + years of experience in sports media, broadcast production, talent management, or related fieldsDemonstrated experience managing or leading talent strategies at a network, league, or large-scale media organizationExperience working with both traditional broadcast talent and emerging creator/influencer talent preferredSignificant experience negotiating talent agreements and pricingPrior experience leading teams and managing complex, multi-market operationsRequired Skills/Knowledge AttributesDeep expertise in sports broadcasting, talent management, and live production environmentsStrong understanding of evolving media landscape, including digital, streaming, and creator-driven contentProven ability to lead talent strategy and manage high-profile on-air personalitiesStrong editorial judgment and understanding of storytelling and audience engagementExperience working cross-functionally across production, content, marketing, and partnerships teamsAbility to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume, and matrixed organizationEstablished history of creating a culture of consistent feedback and coaching across all levelsExcellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skillsSalary Range:$185,000 - $200,000Job Posting Title:Senior DirectorEmployees currently are eligible to receive an annual discretionary performance bonus, awarded at the sole discretion of the Company and subject to any terms and conditions set by the Company. Employees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in the following Company-sponsored employee benefit programs: medical; dental; vision; life/AD&D insurance; short- and long-term disability; fertility and family-forming assistance; wellbeing allowance; educational assistance; mental health coaching/therapy; tax advantaged accounts such as HSA and healthcare/dependent care FSAs; a 401(k) retirement plan; and time off benefits that include vacation, sick time, and personal days.We Consider Applicants For All Positions On The Basis Of Merit, Qualifications And Business Needs, And Without Regard To Race, Color, National Origin, Religion, Sex, Gender Identity, Age, Disability, Alienage Or Citizenship Status, Ancestry, Marital Status, Creed, Genetic Predisposition Or Carrier Status, Sexual Orientation, Veteran Status, Familial Status, Status As A Victim Of Domestic Violence Or Any Other Status Or Characteristic Protected By Applicable Federal, State, Or Local Law.The NBA is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace. To safeguard our employees and their families, our visitors, and the broader community from COVID-19, and in consideration of recommendations from health authorities and the NBA’s own advisors, any individual working onsite in our New York and New Jersey offices must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. The NBA will discuss accommodations for individuals who cannot be vaccinated due to a medical reason or sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance.About the NBAThe National Basketball Association (NBA) is a global sports and media organization with the mission to inspire and connect people everywhere through the power of basketball. Built around five professional sports leagues: the NBA, WNBA, NBA G League, NBA 2K League and Basketball Africa League, the NBA has established a major international presence with games and programming available in 214 countries and territories in 60 languages, and merchandise for sale in more than 200 countries and territories on all seven continents. NBA rosters at the start of the 2024-25 season featured a record-tying 125 international players from a record-tying 43 countries. NBA Digital’s assets include NBA TV, NBA.com, the NBA App and NBA League Pass. The NBA has created one of the largest social media communities in the world, with more than 2.3 billion likes and followers globally across all leagues, team and player platforms. 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