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Why Join the Pack? We understand that to win championships, it starts with the people. That’s why we’re all teammates with a united focus on fostering a winning culture that empowers, values and recognizes each other. Because working together is how we do what’s right for the communities we live, work and play in. It’s how we innovate, learn and grow as individuals and as a group. And it’s how we elevate lives through the power of basketball. Position Summary/Objective: The person will work with the Live Programming & Entertainment content team to create high-quality, fan-focused video content for Timberwolves and Lynx home games. This role is responsible for the full production process—from concept development and planning through filming, post-production, file delivery, and in-arena testing—while managing stakeholder feedback, meeting deadlines, maintaining brand consistency and editorial standards, organizing files and content, and staying current with sports media and production trends to keep content fresh, entertaining and engaging. Responsibilities and Requirements:
Creative direction and primary producer on LPE creative and corporate videos such as intro videos, hype videos, mascot videos, b-roll & highlight packages, and player features; maintaining high standard of content quality while developing new ways to increase crowd engagement and staying current in video & sports industry trends and developments. Manage all aspects of content capture and post-production: from location scouting, lighting, videography, and audio capture; audio and video editing, color-correcting, and exporting files for each game, often handling last-minute revisions and changes to stay current with team development and changes throughout the season. Coordinate workloads and commitment to timelines with managers and team members. Collaborate on shared projects with motion graphics design team. Provide production assistance on other department video productions when needed. Lead intro video creative direction and planning, helping with set-up and direction of content capture stations at media and production day. Manage video project, content and file management: reviewing and organizing video files & highlights, selecting and saving best takes, organizing and archiving project files for future use, and distributing video assets to broadcast and production partners when requested. Attend games and events (including nights, weekends, and holidays) to capture video content while also providing on-site quality control and contributing to the continued ideation, innovation, and evolution of the in-arena production.
The above essential functions are not crafted to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other:
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Premiere Pro and Audition. Experience with After Effects and DaVinci Resolve preferred. Strong technical knowledge of professional camera equipment, lenses, lighting, and video production workflows, with a commitment to staying current on industry trends and emerging technology. Highly organized, detail-oriented self-starter with strong time-management and problem-solving skills; able to balance quick-turn assignments with long-term projects in a fast-paced environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams. Ability to develop, lead, and continually improve processes and workflows within the department. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Ability to be extremely detail oriented and thorough. Open minded and creative/good at working and communicating in groups.
Pay: $60,000-$75,000 annually. Experience: At least four years of experience in professional video production. Please include reel or examples of your best work in your resume or cover letter. Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred. Supervisory Responsibility, if any: This position does not have supervisory responsibilities. Travel: This position may be required to travel occasionally. Work Environment This job operates in a professional office environment. In addition to working office hours staff may work Timberwolves and Lynx home games, as well as external events. Work is both sedentary and active in nature. Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment available. This job also operates in a sports arena, which includes ascending and descending bleachers/steps, walking on a catwalk over arena floor (100 feet up), and crawling into tight and dimly lit spaces (under bleachers/risers) to troubleshoot issues. In the sports arena the work conditions may sometimes be dirty from prior events in the arena (sticky and dirty floors). Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate and exchange information with others, in person, over the telephone, and various forms of electronic communication. The employee frequently is required to spend hours standing or walking in the facility, and will occasionally need to crawl and kneel, as well as operate computers and other office equipment, such as a copy machine, printer and telephone. EEO Statement The Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx are an equal employment opportunity organization. Our DEI Commitment Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives reflect our nature as a Pack. Each one is defined by our collective strength and effort to move everyone forward. Through DEI, we speak up against social injustices, marginalization, and oppression, provide equal opportunities, embrace the differences of others, and create an environment where everyone feels accepted and welcome. Together, we empower each other to be champions of change, help put those around us in a position to win and use our voices for good. E-Verify Statement This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9
