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.
Ever feel like you’re sending applications into the void? 😵💫
This week we’re unlocking one of the most overlooked resources that you can tap into immediately.
And whether you're eyeing roles at places like Nintendo, Fanatics, and DraftKings, or want in on a live convo with industry pros shaping the future of podcasting, this edition is your backstage pass to what’s next.
Inside, you’ll find:
🔥 250+ fresh job opportunities in sports, media & entertainment
🎤 Events and panels you’ll actually want to attend
💡 Career advice on tapping into one of the most overlooked resources
Your next opportunity isn’t as far as it feels.👇
💼 Hot Jobs on Arena
🏀 Volo Sports | Sports Operations Intern - Summer/Fall 25’
New York, NY | $18/hr
🎮 Nintendo | Email Marketing Coordinator
Redmond, WA | $26 - $37/hr
📲 Kroenke Sports & Entertainment | Social Media Specialist
Benton, KY | $48,000 - $50,000/yr
📢 The Walt Disney Company | Sports Brand Solutions Coordinator
New York, NY | $53,300 - $74,800/yr
⚾ Fanatics | Sports Editor - Baseball
New York, NY | $63,000 - $77,000/yr
📊 DraftKings | Analyst II, Sportsbook Market Strategy
Boston, MA | $76,800 - $96,000/yr
🤝 Parity | Key Account Executive
Remote, US | $75,000 - $150,000/yr
☁️ Amazon Web Services | GTM Specialist, GenAI
New York, NY | $133,000 - $220,000/yr
🗓️ Upcoming Events
🎙️ The Future of Podcasting Is Now
From Spotify to The Athletic, Cassius Flemming has shaped the audio
game — now he’s breaking it all down for you. Trends. Strategy. What’s next. If you touch content, product, or partnerships, you need to be here.
📅 July 17 | 🕐 1PM ET
Claim your spot before it fills — seats are limited.
💡 Arena Pro Office Hours
This isn’t your average webinar. Get raw, unfiltered advice from Arena co-founder, Adriene Bueno, who’s helped 100s break into top roles, get promoted, secure new business and more at the NBA, Nike, WME, and more.
📅 July 23 | 🕐 1PM ET
Search “Office Hours” in the Resource Hub to register.
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For some of you it’s been quite a few years since graduating (trust, we can relate), but we often overlook one of the MOST valuable career resources hiding in plain sight - the people who walked the same campus halls, pulled all-nighters in the same library, and survived the same finals week aka your alumni network.
Whether you graduated last year, last decade or beyond, tapping into this built-in community can unlock mentorship, referrals, and even long-term collaboration.
Why alumni networks matter - by the numbers.
Career Opportunities: Over 70% of jobs are found through networking, not traditional job postings.
Alumni Advantage: People are 3-4 times more likely to accept a connection request from someone who attended the same school.
Mentorship Impact: 82% of professionals say networking (including alumni connections) has helped them find a new job, and 70% have been hired at a company where they had a connection.
What does this look like in action?
👋 Reach out: Send a concise LinkedIn message to an alum in a field you’re interested in. Mention your shared school and ask a specific question.
☕ Connect: Set up a quick coffee chat or virtual call to hear their career story.
📨 Reconnect: Circle back with someone from a club, major, or event to learn from their experiences.
Why it works:
🎓 Shared roots = Trust: People are more likely to respond to those with a common background. In fact, alumni are 2-3 times more likely to offer help or advice to fellow graduates.
🤝 Unlock hidden doors: Many roles and projects are shared internally before they’re posted. Alumni can tip you off to these hidden gems.
🧠 Real perspective: Alumni often share the lessons, mistakes, and surprises that shaped their journey - insight you won’t find on a job description.
You don’t need a fancy title or a packed resume to start building momentum. Sometimes, it just takes the courage to hit “send” and make the first move.
Want more tools to grow your network with purpose and intention? Arena Pro includes live sessions and connection prompts to help you build the relationships that move your career forward.
That’s it for this week in sports, media & entertainment!
Let’s look ahead,
Arena Co-Founders
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