Charlotte Hornets · 9 hours ago
Digital Assets, Manager
Charlotte, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelCharlotte Hornets is seeking a Digital Asset Manager responsible for the day-to-day operation, governance, and optimization of their Digital Asset Management ecosystem. The role involves overseeing the full lifecycle of photo and video assets, collaborating with various departments to ensure efficient asset management and distribution.
Media and EntertainmentSportsSports Leagues and Teams
Responsibilities
Own the day-to-day administration of digital asset systems such as but not limited to PhotoShelter and Mimir, including asset ingestion, metadata standards, taxonomy governance, access controls, and distribution workflows
Manage the complete photo and video asset lifecycle, including file naming, IPTC metadata tagging, quality control, uploads, delivery, and archival preservation
Lead preservation and archival cataloging of the Charlotte Hornets historical asset library dating back to 1988
Ensure assets are consistently categorized, searchable, and aligned with organizational standards through regular audits and quality checks
Serve as a primary IT Help Desk resource for asset management–related requests, troubleshooting, and user support
Manage user access and permissions to ensure internal teams can efficiently and securely locate and use assets
Partner with Communications, Consumer Engagement, and creative teams on special projects and workflow enhancements to improve productivity and user experience
Review and approve asset uploads from contract contributors and third-party vendors, ensuring compliance with approved metadata, naming conventions, and upload processes
Support integrations and workflows between PhotoShelter and related tools (e.g., Workfront, OneDrive, Dropbox, FTP solutions, AP Images, CatDV)
Champion continuous improvement with a focus on operational controls, information security, and risk management
Document processes, standards, and best practices for DAM usage across the organization
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Library Science, Information Science, Archival Science, Communication Management, Marketing, or a related field (preferred, not required)
Strong experience working with Digital Asset Management systems, with hands-on responsibility for metadata, governance, and user access (PhotoShelter experience strongly preferred)
Deep comfort working with large-scale media libraries, including still photography and video assets
Extensive knowledge of macOS environments
Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud and modern photo/video production workflows
Familiarity with audio, video, and image file formats, containers, codecs, and delivery standards
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, paired with the ability to think strategically about long-term asset management
Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams
Proven problem-solving skills and comfort navigating unique or ambiguous situations
Strong time management, adaptability, and openness to feedback
High level of professionalism, discretion, and commitment to confidentiality
Availability to work a variable schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, Hornets home games, and arena events as needed
Benefits
Valuable benefits
Competitive time off policies
Company
Charlotte Hornets
The Charlotte Hornets is a professional basketball team platform and is part of the NBA's Southeast Division.
Founded in 2003
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Ronnie Bryant
SVP and Chief Information Officer
Alma Angeles-Parvaz
Vice President, Partnerships
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