National Hockey League (NHL)
Coordinator, Digital Asset Archive
NHL Team Jobs - Entry Level
New York · NY · Hybrid
Image Archive · Broadcast, Media, & DBTV · Technology
$55,000 - $60,000 / year
0
5
hours ago
ABOUT THE NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE
Founded in 1917, the National Hockey League (NHL®) is the premier professional ice hockey league in the world and is one of the major professional sports leagues in the United States and Canada.
Founded in 1917, the National Hockey League (NHL®) is the premier professional ice hockey league in the world and is one of the major professional sports leagues in the United States and Canada.
With more than 1500 employees across the US and Canada, the NHL is a global sports and entertainment organization committed to building healthy and vibrant communities using the sport of hockey. At the NHL, we are looking for dynamic, energetic and impactful individuals who are committed to doing the same by sharing in our philosophy that Hockey is for Everyone.
WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU
SUMMARY
The Digital Asset Archivist will be immersed in the day-to-day operations of the NHL’s media management processes. The candidate must possess an understanding of file-based workflows to oversee ingest of content into digital asset management system and be highly knowledgeable on the history of the NHL. Reporting to the Manager, Digital Asset Archive, this position will support the needs of multiple internal departments and external organizations as a curator of historical content while also ensuring new material is properly archived, tagged, and categorized.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Curate and add value to NHL’s historical archive of video, image, and document collections
- Application of metadata to media assets to develop archive into a robust, searchable tool for stakeholders
- Adhere to policies and procedures for populating DAM systems and identify ways to improve workflows and efficiencies
- In-depth research and identification of assets and elements within them to add value to database
- Send and receive assets to out-of-house vendors and ensure all media is properly digitized and ingested into DAM system with corresponding metadata
- Perform inventories of media assets within the NHL archive
- Required basic understanding of media library operations and must learn to use internal databases for locating, tracking, and maintaining security of tape and file-based assets
- Position requirements may be modified or expanded as role matures… candidates must be willing and eager to adapt quickly to changes
- Additional projects and duties as dictated by changing business priorities
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge Areas/Experience
Required
- Vast knowledge of hockey history including players, teams, events, etc.
- Background in television and/or sports industries a plus
- Basic understanding of nonlinear editing tools such as Final Cut, Premiere, etc.
- Strong computer and research skills
- Extremely detail oriented
- Able to work both independently and collaboratively
- Flexibility to work nights, holidays, and weekends as needed
- Ability to work both in the NHL’s office and remotely as assigned
Preferred
- One or more years of experience working in post-production, broadcast facility or sports organization preferred
- Understanding of digital asset management systems and media library workflows a plus
- General understanding of video codecs and tape formats preferred
Education/Certifications
- Degree in broadcasting, information technology, sports management, library science, or similar field preferred
Required Skills
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
- Highly developed verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence at leadership levels
- Demonstrable proficiency in data analysis and assessment abilities
- Highly organized, attention to details and strong follow-through
- A positive energetic attitude
CORE COMPETENCIES
These core competencies reflect the underlying values that are necessary to represent the National Hockey League:
These core competencies reflect the underlying values that are necessary to represent the National Hockey League:
- Accountability
- Adaptability
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Inclusion
- Professionalism
- Teamwork & Collaboration
The NHL offers U.S. regular, full-time employees:
Time to Recharge: Utilize our generous Paid Time Off (PTO) to focus on your well-being and ensure a healthy work/life balance. PTO includes paid holidays, vacation, personal and sick days, plus an extra day off for your birthday.
Ability to Focus on your Health: Along with competitive salaries, the NHL offers comprehensive health benefits to employees and their eligible dependents effective on their first day with us – there is no waiting period. The NHL subsidizes a large portion of the health benefits costs, therefore your cost for medical, dental and vision coverage is minimal.
We also offer our employees and members of their household access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support mental, physical, and financial health. In addition, employees have access to a digital wellness resource designed to improve health and happiness through courses in sleep, movement, and focus. These services are confidential and at no-cost to our employees.
Childcare Leave: Because your family is the NHL family, employees are offered comprehensive Childcare Leave to welcome your new addition. The primary caregiver to the child is entitled to up to 12 weeks of paid Childcare Leave, at full pay, following the birth, adoption, or placement of a child.
Employees that are not the primary caregiver to the child are entitled to up to 6 weeks of paid Childcare Leave, at full pay, which must be taken within the first 6 months following the birth, adoption, or placement of a child.
Confidence in your Retirement Goals: Participate in the NHL’s Savings Plan which includes a 401K (pre-tax and Roth options) plus non-elective (employer) contributions to keep your retirement goals on track.
A Hybrid Work Schedule: The NHL recognizes the value of flexibility in work locations/schedules to help our employees balance work/life priorities. Hybrid work schedules are available for a majority of our roles.
Our New Headquarters: Our new, state of the art, offices are located at One Manhattan West in Hudson Yards. When you’re in the office, you can conduct meetings in one of our high-tech conference rooms, have lunch with a view or play in the game room. Employees can also enjoy New York’s newest neighborhood that is home to more than 100 shops, culinary experiences, and public artwork.
A Savings for Commuting: Participate in the NHL’s pre-tax commuter benefit plan which helps offset the financial cost of traveling to and from our office.
NHL Partner Rates: Unlock exclusive pricing from our Partners that include savings on travel, consumer goods and services, plus the NHL Store.
Life at the NHL: In your first few days, you meet with your new teammates and the HR Team. You have the opportunity to learn more about the NHL and our workplace culture. Employees are invited to play hockey during our Tuesday Night Skate at Chelsea Piers, join our Employee Resource Groups and more. You are a part of our team and we encourage you to be your authentic self, adding to our dynamic workplace culture.
SALARY RANGE:
$55-60K
Actual base pay for a successful candidate will be determined based on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to: experience/training, market demands, and geographic location.
When applying, please be sure to include a cover letter with your salary expectations for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, however only qualified candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. NO EMAILS OR PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
Job Questions:
This position will be based in our New York City Office. Are you willing and able to commute to our office for this position?
If you are not currently living in the tri-state area, are you willing and able to relocate at your own expense for this position?
Do you have the legal right to work in the United States?
Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship to continue work in the United States?
What are your salary expectations for this role? (NOTE: We are NOT asking for your current salary or salary history)
How did you hear about this position? Where did you first see this role posted?
On a scale of 1-5, where 5 is the highest, how would you rate your knowledge of the NHL?
Tell us about your experience using digital asset management systems and media library workflows.
