Basketball and Football Communications Associate

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If you are interested in sports jobs with the New Orleans Saints and Pelicans, you’re in the right place!

Reports To:

VP, Football Communications & Sr. Manager, Basketball Communications

Direct Reports:
None

FLSA Status:
Non‑exempt

Final date to receive applications:
February 21, 2026

Start Date:

June 8, 2026

Work Location:

Metairie, LA

The New Orleans Saints and Pelicans proudly represent both the NFL and NBA, using our platform to uplift the Gulf Coast and create lasting community impact. Rooted in the vibrant spirit of New Orleans, we celebrate diversity, embrace culture, and unite people through the power of sports. Guided by our core values—community, teamwork, celebrating individuality, people first, integrity, and excellence—we foster an inclusive culture and seek people who share these values to help strengthen the bond between our teams and the city we call home.

The New Orleans Saints and New Orleans Pelicans Associate Program is a ten‑month intern‑level program that exposes entry‑level candidates to the business side of sports. These positions work across both the NFL and NBA seasons, and work full‑time hours in various departments within our organization.

This is a 10‑month, full‑time, paid position based in New Orleans, LA, as part of our Associate Program. The program will run from June 8, 2026 through April 16, 2027.

Please only apply to the positions that best align with your experience, skills, and areas of interest.

The Basketball & Football Communications Associate will support the communications departments for both basketball and football, assisting with day‑to‑day media operations, event execution, and content production across both teams.

• Prepare, maintain, and distribute daily media/news clips for both teams
• Monitor and track local and national media coverage
• Assist with writing, editing, and production of media materials including press releases, game notes, flip cards, media guides, rosters, interview transcripts, and postseason publications
• Research and maintain statistical information for internal and external use
• Assist with interview requests and transcription of media availabilities
• Support credentialing efforts for league events, practices, training camps, drafts, and games
• Assist with setup and breakdown of media rooms and game day operations
• Help execute communications plans for team events including games, press conferences, drafts, practices, and community or alumni events
• Prepare and distribute media packets for visiting teams and approved media
• Provide on‑site communications support during basketball and football events as needed
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the communications staff

• Strong written, verbal, and organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and operate in a deadline‑driven environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with Quark
  
  XPress is a plus; proficiency in all social media platforms
• Working knowledge of the NBA, NFL, basketball, and football terminology, and statistics;
  • Above average understanding of football and basketball statistics and ability to quickly decipher milestones and trends in research projects is preferred
• Ability to multitask independently with limited supervision
• Professional demeanor and ability to work effectively with players, staff, media, and external partners
• Willingness to live in or relocate to New Orleans for the duration of the role
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays based on team schedules
• Ability to assist with event setup and breakdown, including lifting equipment up to 50 lbs as needed
• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods during events and office work

• Commitment to community and a people‑first mindset
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Ability to celebrate individuality and value diverse perspectives
• High integrity and a proactive,…