Christopher Cochran
About Christopher Cochran
Christopher Cochran is the Director of Software Engineering, Digital Product Development at the NBA, overseeing digital platforms including NBA.com and affiliate league sites.
Current Role at National Basketball Association (NBA)
Christopher Cochran is the Director of Software Engineering, Digital Product Development at the National Basketball Association (NBA). Since 2021, he has specialized in managing software engineering efforts for the NBA's digital products, including the content management system (CMS) for NBA.com and affiliate league sites such as the 2K League, G League, and WNBA. He is also responsible for overseeing various digital platforms within the NBA network like jr.nba.com, cares.nba.com, and official.nba.com.
Previous Roles at National Basketball Association (NBA)
Before his current role, Christopher assumed various managerial positions within the NBA. From 2019, he was the Manager of Digital Product Development for NBA 2K League. Additionally, he managed the digital product development for NBA.com and affiliate leagues, playing a pivotal role in the digital strategy for the NBA's online presence. His contributions are integral to the ongoing digital transformation efforts within the NBA organization.
Former Experience in Web Development
Christopher's earlier career includes significant roles in web development and design. He served as a Senior Designer at WebDevStudios, LLC. from 2008 to 2012, where he worked on various design and development projects. In 2013, he held the position of Design Engineer at 10up, and subsequently worked as a Designer and Developer Contractor at Maintainn from 2013 to 2014. These roles provided him with a strong foundation in WordPress design and development, as well as in branding, identity, and the use of Adobe Creative Suite Design Premium.
Educational Background
Christopher Cochran studied Design and Visual Communications, General at Brookdale Community College from 2007 to 2009. His education provided him with the necessary skills and knowledge in design and visual communications, which he has effectively applied throughout his career in various roles related to digital product development and software engineering.
Specialization and Skills
Christopher specializes in WordPress design and development, branding and identity, and using Adobe Creative Suite Design Premium. His expertise extends to managing and developing digital platforms for major organizations like the NBA. His skills in these areas have been instrumental in his contributions to the digital product development landscape, particularly in the realm of sports and entertainment.