Recurring Production Assistant

The Recurring Production Assistant will support event content creation for various ESPN platforms. The role includes assisting in gathering content and producing show elements. The position will be scheduled for approximately 40 hours, 5 days per week.

This is a contract role for 40 weeks/1500 Hours

Responsibilities: (required)

• Provide timely, accurate and complete delivery of multimedia content and publish to various platforms.
• Edit video elements and research video content for various games/networks.
• Produce elements such as teases, opens, and montages for various live events.
• Support live events by gathering video and sponsorship elements for broadcasts.
• Coordinate graphics for assigned games telecasts or remote events
• Log and archive video and associated data for future use
• Some travel may be required.

Qualifications: (required)

• Standard knowledge of multiple sports, especially sports heavily covered within ESPN content during the contract timeline: Football (NFL and College), Basketball (NBA/WNBA and College), Hockey, and Baseball.
• Ability to identify and cultivate compelling storylines for various platforms
• Must possess professional communication and organization skills
• React quickly and positively under tight deadlines in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
• Self-starting attitude and team-oriented work ethic
• Open Availability: nights, mornings, weekends, and holidays

Preferred Qualifications:

• Awareness of ESPN content (i.e. platforms, shows, events, etc.)
• Awareness of media trends (i.e. social, digital, linear, etc.)
• Experience with video editing software (i.e. Adobe Premiere, Final Cut etc.)
• Self-starting attitude and team-oriented work ethic
• Familiarity with server-based media and/or non-linear editing equipment

Required Education (required)

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred Education

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience

Additional Information: (i.e. physical requirements, holiday, nights, weekend shifts, etc.)

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