Visual Merchandiser & Data Entry Specialist

Who are we:
A professional basketball team and state-of-the-art arena/entertainment venue that specializes in creating memorable experiences for each guest we interact with. Some of our favorite things are live sports, concerts, comedy shows, family shows, and most any other world-class event you can think of, and we’re looking for someone who shares the same interests. We live for the fast-paced world of sports & live entertainment, and as such, we work hard, run fast, execute flawlessly, and party it up when it all comes together. Lastly, we strive to deliver wonderful experiences that create lasting memories, and we prefer to surround ourselves with those who are the best at what they do.

Who are you:
An enthusiastic lover of sports, live entertainment, and people. You have true passion for engaging in meaningful interactions and creating memorable experiences for all guests. You strive to be helpful, engaging, and knowledgeable of all things Atlanta Hawks and State Farm Arena. You enjoy being a part of an exciting and dynamic group, and you’re committed to continuously enhancing the productivity and effectiveness of your team. Lastly, you enjoy working hard and celebrating hard, and you’d be shocked if guests weren’t positively impacted by their interactions with you.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Visual Merchandiser & Data Entry Specialist to join our Retail & Merchandising team. This hybrid role is responsible for executing compelling in-store and in-arena visual displays while maintaining accurate merchandise data, inventory records, and sales analytics. You will play a key role in delivering an engaging fan shopping experience while ensuring back-end operations run efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

Visual Merchandising

• Design, plan, and implement seasonal and game-day visual merchandising strategies across team stores and kiosks.
• Ensure all product displays align with brand guidelines and marketing campaigns.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and aesthetic standards across all retail spaces.
• Collaborate with marketing and game operations teams to align merchandise visuals with promotions, theme nights, and fan engagement events.
• Assist with window displays, signage, mannequins, and fixture arrangements.

Data Entry & Inventory Management

• Enter and maintain accurate product data in retail systems (e.g., SKU setup, descriptions, pricing).
• Track and update inventory counts and product movement using inventory management software (e.g., Shopify, Retail Pro, or similar).
• Generate regular reports on sales trends, stock levels, and merchandise performance.
• Assist with purchase order tracking and vendor communications.
• Support periodic physical inventory audits and reconciliation processes.

Qualifications:

• 4-8 years of experience in visual merchandising, retail operations, or a related field.
• Strong eye for visual composition, color theory, and design.
• Proficiency in data entry and inventory software (Excel, POS/inventory platforms).
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, event-driven environment including nights, weekends, and game days.
• Passion for sports, fashion, and fan culture is a plus.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in sports retail or working with a professional team is highly desirable.
• Portfolio of Visual merchandising skill set and familiarity with plannograms
• Basic understanding of retail analytics and consumer behavior.
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop/InDesign) is a bonus.

Working Conditions:

• On-site role with regular in-person presence required at arena and retail locations.
• Occasional lifting/moving of merchandise (up to 30 lbs).
• Flexibility to work NBA game nights, weekends, and special events.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

If this opportunity looks exciting to you, please complete the application process. Go Hawks!