Research Coordinator, Collegiate Sports

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox Sports

FOX Sports, the industry leader in live events, is the umbrella entity representing Fox Corporation’s wide array of multi-platform US-based sports assets. Built with brands capable of reaching more than 100 million viewers in a single weekend, FOX Sports includes the sports television arm of the FOX Network; FS1, FS2, FOX Soccer Plus and FOX Deportes, as well as a joint-venture business in the Big Ten Network and digital properties including http://FOXSports.com and the FOX Sports App. FOX Sports has delivered the most watched television program, NFL’s America’s Game of the Week on FOX, for fourteen consecutive years.

JOB DESCRIPTION

FOX Sports is looking for a Collegiate Sports Coordinator to join their team in Los Angeles, CA. The Collegiate Sports Coordinator is responsible for conducting in-depth research to inform our college sports strategy, providing crucial support to the Vice President and Director of Collegiate Sports. The Coordinator will also deliver key information to various FOX Sports departments, stay up to date on internal and external schedules, and coordinate the delivery of school/conference promotional spots.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the Vice President and Director of Collegiate Sports with all college strategy across the FOX Sports portfolio
  • Extensive research of all football and men’s/women’s basketball teams that FOX will televise each season
  • Assist with special projects as needed
• Consistently monitor and proof both internal and external schedules
• Create informational one-sheets or e-mails highlighting key games, star players, and top storylines
• Generate ratings recap after every football and basketball season
• Oversee the coordination and delivery of conference and school promotional spots each season

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• 0-2 years relevant experience
• Familiarity with the sports media industry and/or college sports industry
• Sports knowledge, especially collegiate sports
• Strong attention to detail & organization, works well independently and in a group environment, strong communication skills, critical thinking & problem solving
• Openness to learning, thrives working with others, takes ownership & accountability, passionate about sports
• Willingness to work on weekends and holidays

NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER

• Bachelor’s Degree (Sports Management, Statistics, Research, Business, etc.)

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $23.50-31.25 per hour. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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