Game Presentation Manager

Job Title: Manager – Game Presentation - Denver Nuggets

Department: Game Presentation

Business Unit: KSE Marketing

Location: Denver, Colorado

Reports To: Senior Director – Game Presentation

Employment Type: Full-time – Salaried

Supervisor Position: Yes

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Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) is an American Sports and Entertainment holding company based in Denver, Colorado. KSE is committed to providing world class sports and entertainment for both live and broadcast audiences. We are the employer of choice as the owner and operator of Ball Arena, DICK’S Sporting Goods Park, the Paramount Theatre, 1STBANK Center, Denver Nuggets (NBA), the Colorado Avalanche (NHL), Colorado Mammoth (NLL), Colorado Rapids (MLS), Altitude Sports & Entertainment, Major League Fishing/Fishing League Worldwide (MLFLW), Winnercomm, Outdoor Sportsman Group and SkyCam.

Nature of Work:

• Manage the Denver Nuggets Interactive Squad and Skyline Drumline/Celly Squad including scheduling, payroll, staffing, and developing plans for tryouts, appearances, game days and other events
• Act as Nuggets Game Day Floor Manager for all home games
• Lead KSE event staff, interns and part time staff on game days and outside events as needed
• Coordinate with all Denver Nuggets and KSE departments on all game day elements, including inventory, creation, planning, and execution of event elements
• Act as primary Contact for Marketing, Ticket Sales, and Community Relations to book Game Presentation assets for outside events
• Assist the Game Presentation Director with planning and executing all Denver Nuggets home games and other outside team events as needed
• Coordinate and execute on court activities during all Denver Nuggets home games according to department guidelines and standards
• Responsible for creating a consistent atmosphere for the Denver Nuggets Game Experience
• Assist with the creation and implementation of team branding and marketing campaigns
• Manage inventory of promotional and sponsorship giveaways
• Engage with Executive Producer on creative ideas for in-arena and video board presentation
• Other duties as assigned

This description is a summary only and is describing the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business needs. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands:

• Typical Office Conditions
• Work in front of large crowds
• Work evenings and weekends and some holidays

Qualifications

Minimum:

• 3-5 years of experience in sports or large event operations, scripting, entertainment, or promotions
• Experience supervising up to 40 game night staff
• Fundamental knowledge of live entertainment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software
• Ability to communicate in a professional, courteous and timely manner with internal and external clients
• Ability to work a varied schedule to include events, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Ability to acquire or produce and maintain a valid Colorado driver’s license and meet company vehicle driving standards
• Ability to acquire or produce a valid passport with at least 1 year left before renewal

Preferred:

• NBA or related basketball experience
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in business, communications, broadcast, or other related field
• Familiarity with the Nuggets brand, NBA brand, and Denver market

Competencies/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to maintain positive attitude and demonstrate professionalism
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Ability to complete work accurately and in a timely manner
• Ability to work independently & in a group setting and demonstrate good judgment skills
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Possesses excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and adapt to changing environment

Compensation

• Base salary - $55,000-$65,000
• Eligible for annual discretionary bonus

Benefits Include (For FT Benefits Eligible only)

• 12 Paid Company Holidays
• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-term Disability
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending plans (FSAs)
• 401K plan

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.