Basketball and Football Communications Associate

The New Orleans Saints and New Orleans Pelicans are seeking a Basketball & Football Communications Associate as part of a 10-month, intern-level Associate Program supporting both NFL and NBA seasons. This role assists the communications teams with day-to-day media operations, event execution, and production of media materials to support coverage of both teams.

• Prepare, maintain, and distribute daily media/news clips for both teams
• Monitor and track local and national media coverage
• Write, edit, and produce media materials (press releases, game notes, flip cards, media guides, rosters, interview transcripts, postseason publications)
• Research and maintain statistical information for internal and external use
• Assist with interview requests and transcribe media availabilities
• Support credentialing for league events, practices, training camps, drafts, and games
• Assist with media room setup/breakdown and game day operations
• Help execute communications plans for games, press conferences, drafts, practices, and community/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 communications staff

• Strong written, verbal, and organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work in a deadline-driven environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Familiarity with QuarkXPress (preferred)
• Proficiency across social media platforms
• Working knowledge of NBA and NFL, basketball/football terminology, and statistics
• Above-average understanding of football and basketball statistics and ability to identify milestones/trends (preferred)
• Ability to multitask independently with limited supervision
• Professional demeanor; ability to work effectively with players, staff, media, and external partners
• Ability to assist with event setup/breakdown including lifting up to 50 lbs
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods during events and office work
• Commitment to community and a people-first mindset; teamwork, integrity, and inclusive collaboration

• 10-month, full-time, paid Associate Program role (intern-level)
• Program dates: June 4, 2026 through April 16, 2027
• Start date: June 4, 2026
• Full-time, hourly, non-exempt
• Work schedule includes nights, weekends, and holidays based on team schedules
• Benefits/perks: medical insurance options, 401K with company contribution, paid holidays, wellness program and gym membership, relocation reimbursement (if applicable)
• Application deadline: February 21, 2026
• Must apply online (do not mail/email resumes)