Scouting Heroes College Basketball Data Scout - Queens, NY - Scouting Heroes, A DraftKings Affiliate (Queens, NY)
On-siteJamaica, New York, United States
Job Summary
Attend men's and women's college basketball games within a one-hour travel radius and record real-time play-by-play data on the Data Collection Tool. Collaborate closely with the game-day support team to ensure data entry is quick and accurate. Maintain high reliability by committing to every assigned game, communicating promptly via phone or email, and preparing thoroughly for training deadlines. This part-time independent contractor role covers the 2026-2027 season, with assignments ranging from 5 to 15 games depending on location and coverage needs. You will work in a fast-paced, high-intensity environment requiring strong knowledge of college basketball rules and referee signals. As an affiliate of DraftKings, you will contribute to connecting top talent with dynamic opportunities in sports data.
Required Qualifications
- Reliability
- Driven Work Ethic
- Communication
- Preparation
- Honesty
- Basketball Knowledge
- Must have availability during the 2026-2027 College Basketball season
- Must be located within 1-hour travel distance of the College Team that you are applying for
- Strong knowledge of College Basketball
- Must have a smartphone in good working condition
- Access to a computer
- Strong comfort level with technology, specifically iPhones
- Fluent English in speaking and writing
- Reliable transportation
- Must submit a cover letter
Desired Qualifications
- Passion for sports
- High attention to detail
- Ability to work in a high-stakes environment
- Interest in College Basketball
- Drive to shore up any gaps in rules knowledge
- Thrive in fast-paced, competitive, and high stress situations
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