Live Sports Data Analyst, Real-Time Game Data
Overview
Live Sports Data Analyst owns real-time data capture at live NFL, NBA, and MLB games in the Philadelphia area, recording plays and statistics with precision for Apex Logic Lab. You join a compact team of engineers and analysts who convert raw game events into actionable insights for partners. This contract role demands on-site attendance, including evenings and weekends, and sets you apart with direct access to live sports and a performance bonus up to $200 per game.
What You'll Do7
- 1Capture real-time game data at live sporting events using company tools, logging each play and stat within seconds.
- 2Monitor game flow and enter plays, scores, and player actions with high accuracy, verifying entries against league standards.
- 3Flag anomalies or technical issues to the operations team during the game, ensuring data integrity.
- 4Collaborate with data engineers and analysts post-game to refine data collection workflows and improve accuracy.
- 5Participate in training sessions to master new tools and apply standardized methods for data entry.
- 6Follow strict quality and timing protocols, meeting submission deadlines for each event.
- 7Adapt to varying sports schedules, working evenings and weekends as game times require.
Requirements9
- 11+ years in data collection or live event operations, with sports statistics exposure a plus.
- 2Strong attention to detail and accuracy in real-time environments, entering data at speed.
- 3Analytical skills to interpret game situations and spot inconsistencies in data.
- 4Clear communication for team coordination and issue reporting.
- 5Ability to learn new tools quickly, including mobile apps and data entry interfaces.
- 6Knowledge of major sports rules and terminology (NFL, NBA, MLB).
- 7Comfort with basic troubleshooting of data entry technology.
- 8On-site availability in Philadelphia for evening and weekend games.
- 9Relevant education in sports management, statistics, or computer science preferred.
Salary Insight
$156 - $312k per year
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