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Senior Editor & Content Lead

NBL


  • Melbourne Victoria Australia
  • Full Time
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Description

  • Shape NBL's creative vision and storytelling
  • Lead post-production across broadcast and digital platforms
  • Work with passionate teams & industry-leading sports entertainment stakeholders

About Us

The National Basketball League (NBL) is a world-renowned basketball organisation, home to some of the globe's best players. As a leader in sports entertainment, we operate an innovative media platform and are dedicated to achieving new heights of success and growth. Our vision is to be the most entertaining sports experience for fans, through bold innovation and partnerships, and to become the fastest growing league globally.

Our Values

  • Always Think Big: Be courageous, be open to new ideas, learn and grow - no limits.
  • Be Accountable: Own it! Ask for help. The scoreboard matters.
  • Integrity is Key: Act ethically, act honestly, keep our word.
  • Show Respect: Show care, listen and seek to understand, value opinions.
  • We are Fans Too: Have fun, always consider the fan, share the love of the game.
  • One Team: Communicate, trust each other, celebrate the wins, build relationships.

The Opportunity

We're seeking an experienced Senior Editor and Content Lead to drive the visual storytelling of the NBL through expert-level video editing and creative production. You'll combine creative leadership with hands-on execution, spearheading the filming, editing, and packaging of compelling basketball-focused content that reaches millions of fans across broadcast and digital platforms.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead post-production efforts across interviews, game highlights, player features, promotional campaigns and social-first content formats
  • Edit broadcast-grade and social media content using Adobe Premiere Pro with basic After Effects enhancement capabilities
  • Direct and shoot sit-down interviews, behind-the-scenes moments and basketball-specific content in live and controlled environments
  • Generate and develop storylines focusing on player narratives, team rivalries and season-defining moments
  • Shape NBL's editorial voice and creative storytelling approach across multiple output formats including widescreen, vertical, square and LED displays
  • Provide guidance to a team of editors while collaborating with JAM TV and external production partners
  • Support Commercial and Marketing teams with hype reels, television commercials and promotional materials
  • Contribute to long-term content planning, seasonal campaigns and key events including NBL Blitz, Finals and Awards

About You

Technical Expertise

  • Advanced video editing expertise in Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Solid working knowledge of Adobe After Effects for text treatments and graphical enhancements
  • Strong camera operation and on-set production skills for scripted and documentary-style shoots
  • Deep understanding of pacing, audio mixing and visual storytelling principles

Industry Experience

  • Minimum 4-6 years working in professional sport, entertainment or broadcast environments
  • Proven track record editing emotionally engaging content for sporting audiences
  • Basketball knowledge and passion, including familiarity with league structures and fan engagement strategies
  • Strong awareness of sports content trends across Instagram, TikTok and YouTube platforms

Key Skills

  • Creative leadership abilities with experience managing small teams
  • Proficiency in both fast-turnaround and long-form content production
  • Strong collaborative skills working with motion designers, social producers and digital teams
  • Detail-oriented with excellent project management and creative ideation capabilities

Why Join Us?

Creative Impact: Work at the heart of Australia's fastest-growing professional basketball league creating content seen by millions of fans
Dynamic Environment: Collaborate with elite athletes, high-profile partners and passionate supporters in an innovative sports entertainment setting
Creative Freedom: Be part of a team leading innovation in sport entertainment with the freedom to push creative boundaries
Career Growth: Shape visual storytelling strategy and lead creative development in a globally recognized basketball league
Fast-Paced Culture: Enjoy an energetic, collaborative environment where your creative vision directly impacts fan engagement

Why Wait? We're reviewing applications as they come in, so don't wait -
APPLY NOW to join our Melbourne-based team!

The National Basketball League is dedicated to championing diversity and inclusion. We wholeheartedly embrace individual differences and warmly welcome all qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations peoples.

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