Project Coordinator

Why Join the Pack?

At this organization, we do things a bit differently. We're not your typical sports franchise pouring all of our focus into the playing stage. We're about uniting together to push the culture forward, challenge the status quo, and accomplish things most didn't think was possible! Whether you're blazing trails in ticket sales, creating for our brands, or using your passion to elevate our vision, your contributions will always shine bright. Together, we are on a journey where chasing greatness is constant and breaking new grounds is a norm.

What would you do? 

Position Summary/Objective: This position will directly support the Senior Marketing Project Manager with oversight of creative project requests within creative, digital, event marketing, broadcast, merchandise and live programming areas. This individual will serve as a point person on tactical elements for creative marketing projects within the Timberwolves and Lynx organization.   

Essential Functions: 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform these essential functions: 

• Manage variety of small-sized-to-large projects including multi-platform and multi-department initiatives that require identification of resource allocation, project tasks, budget, and timeline. 
• Enhances efficiency of project workflow from start to finish while communicating updates to all project requesters and stakeholders ensuring final assets are delivered on schedule and meet Timberwolves and Lynx brand standards 
• Supports Marketing team with integrated campaigns from initial touch base through execution 
• Help maintain the marketing calendar via AirTable to ensure Marketing & Creative stays on timelines for all major campaigns and milestones 
• Supports the Senior Marketing Project Manager in establishing and enforcing the Creative Operating Model. 
• Help Manage 3rd party vendor relationships for promotional and print projects and is responsible for ideating and problem solving when challenges arise. 
  
  

Other Duties 

Please note this job description is not designed 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 with or without notice. 

 

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other: 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills required. 
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook) is strongly preferred. 
• Experience with Project Management Software tool/tools is strongly preferred.
• Ability to foster professional relationships across all levels of an organization. 
• Ability to identify key individuals necessary for efficient project completion. 
• Strong multi-tasking ability. 
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills preferred. 
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team. 
  
  

Experience: Minimum One (1) years of experience in marketing, advertising or project management required. 

 

Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

 

Specialized Knowledge, Licenses, etc.: Knowledge and passion for the Timberwolves and Lynx brand(s) preferred. 

 

Supervisory Responsibility, if any: This position does not have supervisory responsibility  

 

Work Environment 

This job operates in a professional office environment. Office hours are typically Monday-Friday from 8:00 AM-5:00PM. Work is both sedentary and active in nature. The working environment is generally favorable. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment available .    

 

Physical Demands 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee 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 both in person and over the telephone. The employee frequently is required to remain in a stationary position as well as operate computers and other office equipment, such as a copy machine, printer and telephone. Staff may occasionally move items weighing up to 30 pounds.  

 

Travel 

This position does not require travel.  

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.

As an organization, we’re proud to commit to accountability, transparency, change, and building DEI into everything we do; because when we do, our community becomes stronger.

E-Verify Statement

We participate 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 prove this, we will give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) to resolve the issue before any action might be taken 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.

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