Careers

Location: Oklahoma City Area

About Us:

NXTPRO Sports operates the largest basketball circuit in the nation, dedicated to elevating the sport through innovative events, tournaments, and community engagement. Our mission is to empower athletes by providing them with premier opportunities to showcase their talents and connect with fans and sponsors. We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Sales Intern to join our dynamic team.

Job Description:

Position Overview: As a Sales Intern at NXTPRO Sports, you will support our sales team in driving revenue and promoting our high-profile basketball events. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in sales and marketing within the vibrant sports industry.

Position is unpaid, but will count towards your needed college internship hours.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in identifying and researching potential sponsors and partners for our nationwide events.
• Help develop compelling sales pitches and presentations tailored to various basketball programs.
• Support the sales team in managing client relationships and follow-ups. – Participate in sales meetings, contributing fresh ideas to improve strategies.
• Assist with the organization and execution of promotional events and activities across the circuit.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure alignment between sales initiatives and marketing campaigns.
• Maintain accurate records of sales activities and client interactions in our CRM system.
• Conduct market research to identify trends and opportunities within the basketball community.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Business, Marketing, Sports Management, or a related field.
• Strong interest in basketball and knowledge of the sports industry.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer:

• Hands-on experience in sales and marketing within the sports industry.
• Networking opportunities with industry professionals and potential sponsors.
• A dynamic and supportive team environment.
• Flexible schedule to accommodate your academic commitments.
• Potential for future employment based on performance.

How to Apply:

If you’re passionate about basketball and eager to learn more about sales in the sports sector, we want to hear from you!

Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to clare@nxtprosports.com with the subject line “Sales Intern Application – [Your Name].” Application

Deadline:

December 1,2024

Join us at NXTPRO Sports and be part of the largest basketball circuit in the nation.

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Marketing Intern to join our dynamic team. This role will involve working closely with our video director and marketing team to support various aspects of our marketing initiatives. You will gain hands-on experience in videography, photography, and administrative tasks while contributing to the growth and success of NXTPRO Sports.

Key Responsibilities:

• Organize and Manage Media Files: Assist in organizing, labeling, and maintaining digital media files, including videos and photos, ensuring easy accessibility and retrieval.
• Brainstorming Sessions: Participate in brainstorming sessions to generate creative marketing ideas and strategies to promote our events, athletes, and brand.
• Videography Support: Help with video production tasks, including setting up equipment, capturing footage, and assisting with editing processes.
• Photography Support: Assist in taking high-quality photos during events, practices, and other activities as required, and help with photo editing.
• Marketing Administrative Tasks: Provide administrative support to the marketing team, including scheduling, coordinating events, drafting content, and managing social media posts.
• Event Coordination: Support the planning and execution of marketing events and campaigns, including coordinating logistics and assisting with on-site activities.
• Research and Analysis: Conduct market research to identify trends, competitor activities, and opportunities for improvement. Assist in analyzing marketing campaign performance and providing insights.

Qualifications:

• Education: Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Marketing, Communications, Media Production, or a related field.

• Skills: Proficiency in Google Products (Docs, Sheets, Drive etc.), and familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Premiere Pro, etc.) is a plus.

• Experience: Prior experience in videography, photography, or marketing is advantageous but not required. A passion for sports, particularly basketball, is highly desirable.

• Attributes: Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, creativity, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Benefits:

• Gain valuable experience in the sports marketing industry.
• Work closely with experienced professionals in a supportive and collaborative environment.
• Opportunity to build a portfolio with diverse marketing and media projects.
• Potential for future career opportunities within NXTPRO Sports.
• College Credit Opportunities

To Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and any relevant portfolio work (e.g., videography, photography samples) to clare@nxtprosports.com. Please include “Marketing Intern Application (Your Name)” in the subject line.

NXTPRO Sports is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Notes:

Application Deadline: Oct 8, 2024
This is not a paid internship

NXTPRO Hoops is seeking a passionate individual to join our team in the role of Videographer. As a credentialed media team member, you will be responsible for covering dozens of high-level AAU basketball games during each event. We are offering part-time internship positions nationwide.

Key Responsibilities:

Relationship Building:

Establish and foster positive relationships with athletes, coaches and other NXTPRO team members to create a welcoming environment.

AAU Coverage:

You will be assigned to specific games and events based on your location during the Spring and Summer AAU season. Events will consist of filming 20-30 scheduled games each weekend.

Player Coverage:

Complete a MINIMUM of 10 player highlight videos and a MAXIMUM of 40 videos per event (10-30 seconds in length) with no effects

Correctly logging highlights to the database, ensuring comprehensive coverage for scouts and for social media use. (Examples will be provided)

Benefits:

Unprecedented Access

As a representative of the League, media members have access to shoot up close and personal with every team on our circuit.

Career Opportunities

Community

Passionate creatives have an opportunity to work in a supportive environment, where they can work on their craft, encouraged and coached by a team of other talented creators.