Digital Video Content Associate - Livestream

Job Description

The Content Associate is tasked with production support of livestreamed shows on ESPN-branded channels across social and digital platforms. This role requires knowledge of sports culture and digital media content creation. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and constantly innovating their approach to content technically, tactically, and creatively.

Responsibilities:
• Edit short-form highlights and video content for ESPN's livestreamed shows
• Optimize and stream digital live shows and video podcasts
• Support producers in creation of segments/shows
• Create graphics that stand out in a social/digital environment
• Conduct research in the media asset management system to obtain material for the preparation of production elements
• Pitch ideas for future content elements on ESPN platforms
• Collaborate and communicate effectively both within the department and outside of it
• Provide timely, accurate and complete delivery of multimedia elements, and publish to various platforms
• Write headlines and descriptions of videos, and add other elements in the publishing process, in order to maximize effectiveness of content on digital platforms
• Provide thoughtful and constructive feedback to team members
• Capitalize on data to drive content creation

Qualifications:
• Strong knowledge of sports, including current athletes, rules, events, and social media trends
• Strong video editing ability
• Proficiency with the Adobe Creative Suite, especially Photoshop and Premiere
• Strong storytelling skills, creativity and a passion for pitching and executing story ideas from ideation to publication
• Fluency in the YouTube mediascape and other emerging platforms
• Must possess demonstrated communication and organization skills, and ability to react quickly and positively under a wide variety of production situations
• Familiarity with ESPN programming and platforms

Required Education:
• High School Diploma

Preferred Education:
• Bachelor's Degree

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About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with ESPN Productions, Inc, which is part of a business we call ESPN.

ESPN Productions, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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