• Help support Clubs as they navigate the changing media industry landscape and identify new business opportunities,
• Support the negotiation of media rights agreements,
• Participate in the development and implementation of the League’s media
  policies and strategies across League platforms,
• Participate in League oversight and management of each Club’s local media rights, and
• Conduct research and provide analytic support for the projects and priorities of the Media Department.

• Build and maintain relationships with media contacts at NHL Clubs and broadcast partners and manage day-to-day business and operational issues
• Maintain current knowledge and market intelligence about sports media industry issues, including rights and transactions, products, platforms and technological trends for the support of the NHL’s media business
• Track information and maintain internal database of local media deal provisions from all NHL Clubs. Create ad hoc analysis and reporting, as needed
• Cultivate strong working relationships across NHL departments and lines of businesses and foster cross-departmental collaboration in support of the Media business

• 5+ years of relevant media experience
• Strong knowledge and passion for the changing media landscape of the US and Canada
• Strong intellectual curiosity. Must be a quick study on industry trends, new media technologies and business models, and must have an ability to consistently evaluate their relevance to NHL’s strategic initiatives
• Familiarity with economic, legal, product and technical aspects of the video content ecosystem

• Previous experience in sports and/or media industry a plus

• College degree with courses in economics and/or sports management, and with proven academic track record. JD/MBA a plus.

• Strong analytical and organizational skills. Ability to give concise structure to complex facts, legal rights and obligations, and bridge them to business and operational priorities
• A team player with an exceptional ability to manage multiple tasks - to stop and handle urgent ad hoc matters, while not losing sight of priorities
• A positive energetic attitude
• Highly organized, attention to details and strong follow-through skills
• Ability to solve problems and to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence at leadership levels
• Strong data manipulation and modeling skills and demonstrable proficiency in assessment and analysis
• Highly developed Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and Power Point
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills

• Accountability
• Adaptability
• Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Inclusion
• Professionalism
• Teamwork & Collaboration