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TXODDS

College Basketball Scout

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Are you a sports enthusiast looking to get closer to the action, or a die-hard basketball fan? A leading global sports data supplier is looking for passionate individuals to help capture accurate, real-time data at the college basketball level. Our goal is to send people to the following venues as Scouts to capture scores and real-time game information: Air Force If you are 18 years of age or older and located near one of the venues listed above, please apply below. Sports data experience is preferred but not required. Training will be provided. What You'll Do Attend Division I college basketball games at the venues listed above, in person, providing real-time coverage by reporting live action directly from the venue using our proprietary collection software on your mobile phone. Provide accurate and timely updates on game events, scores, and other relevant details using our in-house tool on your mobile device. Conduct pre-game reporting duties, including verifying game times, formats, and any other necessary information. Generate post-game reports that highlight any issues related to capturing scores or other observations. Submit expense information promptly for reimbursement. Maintain communication regarding your availability for future event coverage. Successfully complete a comprehensive training experience (usually between 5 to 10 hours, done at your convenience), with direct mentorship from an experienced trainer before working on a live game. What We Expect Passion and knowledge of college basketball, with an ability to understand and follow game dynamics. Ability to perform effectively and remain calm under pressure, ensuring high-quality outcomes in fast-paced and high-stakes environments. Good command of spoken English. Access to a mobile phone with a reliable internet connection and phone battery for live reporting. Willingness and ability to travel to the basketball venues in your area. Must be at least 18 years of age to apply. Prior experience in similar roles is not necessary. Perks $175 per basketball game. Up to $100 training bonus spread out over your first three completed games (up to $300 total). Reimbursement of your event ticket. Performance-based incentives -- streak bonuses for consistently high-quality coverage and milestone bonuses. Opportunity to extend your role to other sports and events. TxODDS and its affiliates are committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. We are committed to making all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Qualified applicants who are disabled can receive reasonable accommodation to perform this job which includes, but is not limited to: talking, hearing, standing, sitting, operating a phone, computer, or tablet with their fingers, and using their vision to accurately discern details across the venue. Please Note This is an independent contractor position paid by events attended and dependent on the successful completion of data collection. Independent contractors are solely responsible for managing and fulfilling their tax obligations. The role is not affiliated with the university athletics department.
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$45.00 - $60.00 per hour
Benefits:
Flexible schedule Application Question(s): This position pays a base rate of $175 per Basketball game. Are you willing to accept this rate of pay? This role requires arriving at the stadium 1 hour before tipoff and working 3-3.5 hours per game on average (overtime may extend this). Are you able to meet this schedule requirement? Can you work weekends (primarily Saturday's, but some Sunday's when there are home games)? Can you work evenings after 5pm local time? Do you have reliable transportation to at least 1 of the schools listed in the job posting?
Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • Flexible Work Schedules
  • Dental Insurance