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Posted November 21, 2021
AxiomZen

Content Media Lead

AxiomZen
Remote or Vancouver, BC Remote Full Time

As we raise the bar higher and higher for what sports collectibles can be in the 21st century, we’re hiring a Basketball Operations, Media Lead. This...

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As we raise the bar higher and higher for what sports collectibles can be in the 21st century, we’re hiring a Basketball Operations, Media Lead. This individual, in addition to having an expert-level knowledge of basketball past and present, will ensure that we are optimizing and getting the absolute most out of the video and photo assets that make our Moments special.

This individual will not only leverage their knowledge of the game but their experience editing captivating videos and photos to make sure that the Moments that arrive on our platform are as polished, refined and compelling as possible. This role will report to the Head of Basketball Operations of NBA Top Shot.


What we’ll accomplish together

  • Thoroughly monitor and discuss all live NBA and WNBA content (as well as historical archives) with the goal of identifying candidate plays that would resonate with Top Shot collectors.
  • Provide editorial guidance and feedback in the video cutting process for highlights that appear in the product, with the goal of sufficiently capturing the excitement of the chosen play.
  • Scour available photo databases for thumbnail images that capture the context of and provide additional value to the Moments, while working within the framework defined by our relationship with company partners.
  • Edit, refine and polish the media assets to be included in the render of potential Moments based on the feedback of key stakeholders.
  • Work closely with marketing and creative teams to ensure that the most compelling and captivating aspects of our content are identified and made available to be featured in promotional campaigns.


    • A little about you:
  • You live and breathe basketball with expert-level knowledge of the sport, past and present. You’re comfortable and familiar with the names and faces of all current NBA and WNBA rosters, with a solid grasp of past personnel and the pertinent historical context of each league.
  • You not only appreciate the game on a personal level but understand modern-day fandom, new media and the role that a product like NBA Top Shot can play in shaping basketball culture.
  • You have a keen eye for compelling video content and an intimate understanding of the editing process.
  • You have first-hand experience editing photos for publication either online or in print.
  • You understand the visceral impact that compelling media has on viewers and embrace the challenge of making captivating, beautiful content.

    • Please include any sample work that you are able to share with your application. If you aren't able to add it to your application, please be prepared to share it during the interview process


    More about Dapper Labs:

    Dapper Labs is the world's first blockchain entertainment company. We are the creators of industry-leading experiences including CryptoKitties and NBA Top Shot, as well as Dapper Wallet, the simplest way to manage your assets and use the blockchain. We are also the original developers behind Flow, a new decentralized blockchain designed from the ground up for scalability and ease of use.

    Our mission at Dapper Labs is to make the world a more open, empowering, and enjoyable place through consumer adoption of decentralized technologies. We have raised over $600M from leading VCs including Fred Wilson (USV) and Chris Dixon as well as Venrock, Samsung, Google Ventures, Coatue, NBA players, and global artists, among others. Dapper Labs partners include the NBA and NBPA, the NFL-PA, Ubisoft, Warner Music, Turner, Dr. Seuss, Genies, and the UFC, as well as 100+ others.

    Visit our website to learn even more about Dapper Labs, including information about benefits and perks.

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