Scouting Heroes College Basketball Data Scout - Manhattan, NY - Scouting Heroes, A DraftKings Affiliate (Manhattan · NY)
On-siteNew York City, New York, United States or New York, United States
New York City, New York, United States or New York, United StatesOn-sitePart TimeStartup
Part TimeStartup
Job Summary
Attend college basketball games within a one-hour travel radius and record real-time play-by-play data using our collection tool. Collaborate closely with game-day support to ensure accurate and rapid data entry while maintaining strict adherence to rules and referee signals. Communicate promptly via phone and email to coordinate with Scouting Operations teams and address any on-site questions. This part-time independent contractor role covers approximately five to fifteen games during the 2025-2026 season, requiring availability for weekends, weekday evenings, and holidays.
Required Qualifications
- Reliability. We are looking for people who can commit to every game that is planned for coverage in their area. We have a zero-tolerance policy when it comes to 'no-shows.'
- Must be one who communicates quickly, wants to learn, is ready to work, and enters data within the company expectations.
- We are looking for people who are very comfortable on the phone, responsive via email, and any other company communication platforms. Communication is essential to this position.
- We take training seriously and achieve the determined deadlines so you can apply that knowledge into entering perfect data on game days.
- Integrity is critical to the overall collection of sports data.
- Must have interest in College Basketball.
- Must have availability during the 2025-2026 College Basketball season. This includes weekends, weekday evenings, and holidays.
- Must be located within 1-hour travel distance of the College Team that you are applying for
- Strong knowledge of College Basketball (Tip : Make sure you come to the interview prepared with knowledge of referee hand signals)
- Must have a smartphone in good working condition, along with access to a computer.
- Strong comfort level with technology, specifically iPhones
- Fluent English in speaking and writing
- Reliable transportation
- A cover letter will be required when applying.
- You will be quizzed on college basketball rules and procedures (be sure to study up on your referee signals). You will also be asked some questions regarding the previous college basketball season.
Desired Qualifications
- Must have a passion for sports to join our team.
- High attention to detail
- Ability to work in a high-stakes environment
- We are a fast paced, small team that prides itself on continually improving. We are looking for people that thrive in fast-paced, competitive, and high stress situations.
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