The Legends Development Fellows will assist the entire Player Operations department with a focus on either Player Engagement or the NFL Legends Community. The Legends Fellows will play a pivotal role in the execution of key programming across the Player Engagement and Legends spaces.
Responsibilities:
Legends Community:
- Assist with encouraging NFL Legends to download the Players Community App and help spread awareness of the benefits and resources available
- Assist with monitoring the NFL Legends inbox and respond to questions/concerns
- Assist in developing new ways to engage with the teams and Legends
- Assist with preparation for the annual Legends Community Welcome Webinar at NFL Films
- Provide on-site support at select Legends Community events
- Support the administration of the Legends Community Coaches Network
Player Engagement:
- Assist with the planning and execution of Player Engagement meetings and events
- Player Engagement Annual Meeting, Workshops, Social Justice Town Halls, Super Bowl Activations, and Career Tours
- Support the Player Engagement Monthly Newsletter
- Use NFL experience to provide feedback on programs and initiatives
- Assist in recruiting for workshops and initiatives
- Assist with tracking and reporting club degree verifications
- Responsible for updating Player Engagement resources on the Player Portal
- Assist with the administration and recruitment for NFL Player Engagement programs for both players and Legends
- Design PowerPoint presentations for Player Engagement initiatives and meetings
Player Relations:
- Provide operational on-site support at select NFL tent pole events
- Assist with the development of presentations and lookbooks for events
- Additional projects and ad-hoc opportunities upon request
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree
- 0-2+ years of experience
- Experience with Microsoft Office
- Excellent communication skills
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Experience working in the sports marketing industry
- Prior experience in client management preferred
Other Key Attributes / Characteristics:
- Strong ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively
- Effective interpersonal skills that enable one to communicate and work across the organization and with outside parties
- Ability to manage others with different interests and skill sets
- Maintain autonomy on select projects and integrate internal parties where necessary
Physical Demands:
- This position may require standing for long periods of time and heavy lifting while on-site at NFL events
Travel:
- This position will require travel 20% of the year including select major NFL events
Expected Hours of Work:
- NFL employees are required to work 40 hours per week in the office
- This position may require work on select weekends and holidays
