This is Arena’s weekly newsletter, your go-to for the latest sports, media & entertainment jobs, career advice, events, and industry insights by co-founders: Parul, Adriene & Olivia.
Whether you're transitioning from the playing field or looking to level up your sports industry career, we're here to help you win off the field too! Our community is constantly growing, and we're excited to share this week's opportunities to accelerate your career journey.
Here's what's happening in the sports, media, and entertainment industries:
⛹️ New Webinar for Athletes: Join our exclusive athlete transition panel featuring leaders from BCG, Temu, and LA28 who've successfully pivoted their careers (this Thursday)
💼 Fresh Opportunities: 13 new roles across top organizations with salaries up to $265K/year
📄 Resume Refresh: Transform your resume with our proven framework that turns responsibilities into achievements
Explore all the resources below and take that next strategic step toward your sports industry goals ⤵️
🗓️ Upcoming Events
⛹️ Apr. 24, 3pm ET | Athlete Career Transitions into Sports, Media & Entertainment Business - Join us for a free exclusive virtual session designed for current and former college and pro athletes exploring careers in sports, media & entertainment. Hear from Arena CEO, Parul Khosla, and fellow athletes—including leaders from BCG, Temu, and LA28—who’ve successfully navigated the transition and are making an impact off the field. Learn how to apply your competitive mindset to new challenges, build industry connections, and gain real-world insights through a live Q&A with experts who’ve been in your shoes. Register here.
🤝 Interested in sponsoring an Arena event? Fill out this form and we’ll get back to you asap.
🚀 We're Hiring Summer 2025 Interns at Arena! 🚀
Arena is building the first professional network dedicated to rising talent in sports, media & entertainment. Join our mission this summer! 🏆
💼 Business Strategy & Operations Intern - Apply
Work directly with our CEO across product, strategy, and startup operations. Perfect for the curious, self-driven student eager to experience the full startup journey.
You'll contribute to:
🎯 Strategy & priority-setting
💡 Product planning & user feedback
🌱 Growth channels & partnerships
🔍 Market research & competitor analysis
💰 Fundraising support & financial models
🤝 Community events (virtual & IRL)
📣 Marketing & Research Intern - Apply
Collaborate with our Chief Growth Officer on content, data, and brand strategy. Ideal for creative storytellers passionate about sports and media.
You'll tackle:
✍️ Content creation & copywriting
📊 Competitive research & industry insights
📧 Email campaign management
🔗 Partnership prospecting
🎨 Brand consistency across platforms
📝 Details:
Remote positions
25-35 hours/week
Includes mentorship, resume coaching, and free Arena Pro membership
College credit available
Know someone perfect for these roles? Please share! 📱
💼 Hot Jobs on Arena
🎬 DreamWorks | Learning & Artistic Development Intern, Summer 2025 Los Angeles, CA | $17/hr
⚙️ Jump | Game Day Operations Specialist Cary, NC | $20/hr
📣 Athletics | Marketing Coordinator West Sacramento, CA | $29–$31/hr
📝 PWHL | Copywriter United States | $60,000–$65,000/year
⚗️ Seattle Reign | Sport Scientist Seattle, WA | $70,000–$89,997/year
🎨 Seattle Reign | Lead Designer Seattle, WA | $80,000–$95,000/year
🎬 Wave Sports & Entertainment | Producer, Basketball Originals New York, NY | $90,000–$110,000/year
🚦 Electronic Arts | Traffic Manager Vancouver, BC | $89,300–$123,000/year
🏀 TikTok | Publisher Partnerships Manager, Sports New York, NY | $95,000–$135,000/year
🔥 Electronic Arts | Senior Manager, Creative Performance - Battlefield Los Angeles, CA | $138,000–$219,000/year
📡 Electronic Arts | Director of Operations, Fan Membership Toronto, ON | $151,800–$208,900/year
🌟 Electronic Arts | Director Esports Brand Management Los Angeles, CA | $170,500–$259,300/year
🏆 NBA | Account Manager New York, NY | $240,000–$265,000/year
📄 Resume Revolution: Transform Your Resume from Overlooked to Interview-Worthy
In today's competitive job market, your resume has about 6 seconds to make an impression. Most candidates focus on listing responsibilities—but that's exactly why they're getting ignored.
After reviewing thousands of resumes and speaking with hiring managers across industries, the truth about what truly makes recruiters stop scrolling has become clear.
Here's how to transform your resume from a boring biography into a powerful career accelerator:
The Resume Framework That Gets Callbacks
🏆 Master the Achievement Formula: Replace bullet point descriptions with measurable impact statements. Don't just say "managed social media"—instead write "Increased engagement by 43% through strategic content calendar implementation."
🎯 Leverage Strategic Keywords: Each job posting contains hidden ATS triggers. Learn to identify and naturally incorporate them to bypass the digital gatekeepers who reject 75% of applications before human eyes see them.
⚡ Tell Your Career Story: Create a cohesive narrative that shows intentional progression rather than random job-hopping.
5 Common Resume Mistakes ❌
Generic Professional Summaries
AVOID: "Dedicated professional with strong communication skills"
INSTEAD: "Marketing strategist who increased conversion rates by 32% through data-driven campaign optimization"
Responsibility-Focused Bullet Points
AVOID: "Responsible for managing team projects"
INSTEAD: "Led cross-functional team that delivered $1.2M project 2 weeks ahead of schedule"
Inconsistent Formatting
Simple inconsistencies signal carelessness—use the same tense, punctuation style, and formatting throughout
Missing Quantifiable Results
Every significant achievement needs a number (%, $, time saved)
No metrics? Start tracking them now for future updates
Outdated Sections
Remove objectives, references, and personal interests unless directly relevant
Add sections for technical skills, certifications, and professional development
Resume Power-Up Strategies
🧠 Tailor for Each Application: Customize 20% of your resume for each role, mirroring language from the job description
🔍 Achievement Banking: Keep a running document of all wins—big and small
📝 Design Matters: Clean, scannable layouts with strategic white space increase readability by 57%
Ready to elevate your career in sports, media, and entertainment? Join Arena Pro✨ today for exclusive resume templates, career development resources, expert advice, and a supportive community that’s got your back!
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Arena Co-Founders
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