That’s right, people.

The New Jersey Nets announced today that they are giving away 1,500 tickets over the next two months to unemployed fans who submit resumes to the team. The team plans to send the resumes to its 120 corporate sponsors and a couple of hundred firms that own season tickets.

“Our belief right now is let’s invest in people who might invest in us later,” Nets chief executive Brett Yormark said in a telephone interview. “In doing so, we can help people who need it most.”

Well, can someone please tell me where to forward my cover letter? My broke ass sure could use a reference from Rod Thorn and company. More pro sports teams need to adopt this sort of marketing savvy, especially in these hard-ass economic times. Holla for dollars!