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.
Happy Pride Month! Here’s this week’s lineup of can’t-miss events, exclusive resources, and career-boosting opportunities.
Whether you’re looking to expand your network, land your next big role, or simply stay ahead of the curve, this week’s edition is packed with everything you need.
Here’s what you’ll find inside:
🥂 High-energy mixers connecting female founders and funders at NY Tech Week
✨ Arena Pro Office Hours for real-talk career guidance from industry leaders
💼 Hot new jobs and exclusive community offers to help you level up
💡 Actionable career advice to unlock hidden opportunities through informational interviews
Ready to make the most of NY Tech Week and beyond? Dive in, connect with your community, and take your next big step forward. Let’s make this week a career game-changer! ⤵️
💼 Hot Jobs on Arena
📝 Coordinator, Creative Operations & Production | Book of the Month |
New York, NY | $65,000 - $75,000/year
🕒 Administrative Assistant | TIME | New York, NY |
$65,000 - $70,000/year
⚾ International Partnership Activation Coordinator | MLB |
New York, NY | $67,000 - $70,000/year
🎶 Representative, Digital Marketing | Sony Music Entertainment |
Los Angeles, CA | $68,700/year
🏀 Coordinator, Social Media | Golden State Warriors |
San Francisco, CA | $31 - $33/hr
🏙 Head of Sales, Culture Kicks | Culture Kicks |
United States (Remote) | $75,000 - $100,000/year
📊 Manager, Community Programs and Development | ADWEEK |
New York, NY | $80,000 - $100,000/year
🏈 Manager, Live Event Presentation & Entertainment | (NFL) |
New York, NY | $90,000 - $115,000/year
🏒 Senior Manager, Social Media Digital Content – NY Rangers |
New York Rangers | New York, NY | $96,000 - $160,000/year
🏀 Vice President of Marketing | WNBA Portland |
Portland, OR | $138,000 - $158,000/year
🌎 Global Event Deals & Development Lead | NBA |
New York, NY | $140,000 - $160,000/year
🥤 Director, Influencer & Entertainment | The Coca-Cola Company |
Atlanta, GA | $160,000 - $186,000/year
🙌 Community Spotlight
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Transitions, whether into a new role or out of one, can quietly take their toll. That’s why we’re excited to offer Arena members early access to a guided experience designed to help you find your footing during moments of career transition, uncertainty, or emotional overload.
We’ve teamed up with mPath, a 21-day program and app designed to help you move through overwhelm with more clarity, calm, and momentum - no fluff, guilt, or empty hype.
Our friends at mPath are offering limited seats for $100 off to Arena members for their next 21-Day RESET cohort starting June 5 - crafted exclusively for modern working professionals with guided exercises, expert support, and real-time check-ins/conversations to help you feel more grounded and in control.
Get one of the last few seats and claim your special offer of $39.99 here.
✍️ Master the Art of Informational Interviews: Your Secret Weapon for Career Growth
Informational interviews are a powerful (and often underused) tool to expand your network, gain insider knowledge, and uncover hidden opportunities.
Here’s how to turn a simple conversation into a career game-changer:
✅ Do your homework:Before reaching out, research the person and their company. Prepare thoughtful questions that show genuine curiosity about their journey and the industry.
✅ Reach out authentically:Craft a personalized message explaining why you admire their work and what you hope to learn. Most professionals are happy to share their insights—especially when you approach them with respect and sincerity.
✅ Listen and learn:Treat the conversation as a chance to gain wisdom, not just to pitch yourself. Ask about their career path, challenges faced, and advice for someone at your stage. Take notes and listen actively.
4 Steps to Make the Most of Every Informational Interview
📢Prepare smart questions
“What skills are most valuable in your role?”
“How did you break into this industry?”
“What trends should I watch out for?”
🔗Build lasting connections
Express gratitude for their time.
Follow up with a thank-you note highlighting something you learned.
Stay in touch with occasional updates or questions.
🤝Turn insights into action
Apply the advice you receive, whether it’s developing a new skill or exploring a different career path.
Share what you’ve learned with your network to pay it forward.
🌍Expand your network
At the end of each conversation, ask: “Is there anyone else you recommend I speak with?”
Connect on LinkedIn and engage with their content to keep the relationship warm.
Post-Interview Strategy: Don’t let the conversation end when the call does, build on it.
24-hour Follow-up: Send a personalized thank-you note or LinkedIn message.
Quarterly updates: Share your progress or new milestones, and thank them for their impact.
Pay it forward: Offer your own insights to others seeking advice in your field.
Ready to unlock new opportunities? Start scheduling informational interview - your next big break could be just one conversation away! 🚀
🗓️ Upcoming Events
🌟Tomorrow! June 4, 5 - 8pm ET | Female Founders & Funders Happy Hour at New York Tech Week sponsored by Fenton’s Faces
Welcome to NY Tech Week! We're bringing together women shaping the future of sports, media, and entertainment. Connect with founders, investors, and industry powerhouses over drinks and high-energy conversations. Whether you're scaling a tech company or backing the next big idea, this is the place to make game-changing connections. Join the waitlist.
Note: RSVP acceptance to this event is not guaranteed. We’ll notify you asap if a spot opens up - this may be up until the day of the event
Interested in partnering with us on future events? Learn more here.
✨June 10, 1pm ET | Arena Pro Office Hours
Join us June 10th to level up your career with our founders at Arena Pro✨Office Hours! Join us for this live virtual session where you will get insider advice from industry pros who’ve helped 100s break into and grow across sports, media, and entertainment. Plus, network with a powerhouse group of Pro members and build the connections that move your career forward.
Search "Office Hours" in our Resource Hub to register.
Not a Pro member yet? Upgrade to Arena Pro✨ for personalized guidance.
🚀 Invest in Arena | June 12th, 20th, & 30th
Join us for an exclusive info session with Co-Founder & CEO Parul Khosla to learn how Arena - an AI-powered career platform - is opening doors in the $31B sports, media, and entertainment industry. We’re raising $1.6M on a SAFE ($8M cap, $50K min) and are seeking mission-aligned angel investors to support our next stage of growth.
Why Invest Early:
Maximize return as an early backer
Gain industry credibility and visibility
Opportunity to partner closely with our team and serve as an advisor
Help build a more equitable future in elite industries
Arena has 5,300+ users, 42 employer partners (incl. Chicago Cubs & BuzzFeed), 123K+ in our broader community, and 20% MoM growth - all in just 6 months.
That’s it for this week in sports, media & entertainment!
You got this,
Arena Co-Founders
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