Programming Coordinator, Scheduling & Content Operations

Job Description

We are seeking a coordinator responsible for the operational execution and monitoring of live streaming events on ESPN+, ESPN3, and ESPN Play. The coordinator will support the Digital Media Programming team on the day-to-day scheduling, management and delivery of live events and ESPN Video On Demand content. Key to this role will be live event monitoring during second/third shift, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities:
• Works with Digital Media Programming team's management to assist in strategic scheduling, quality control and emergency data entry of assigned categories.
• Ensuring the daily program plan for live event streaming is accurately scheduled from an operational perspective.
• Ensures timely and effective communication of programming information to other departments, platforms, and business units as well as to external partners as needed.
• Monitoring ESPN+, ESPN3 and ESPN Play live event execution.
• Handles scheduling and signal acquisitions of all live digital events across platforms including ESPN+, ESPN3 & ESPN Play.
• Ensures commercial formatting is accurate and executable.
• Handles the development of conditions/guidelines and coordinates execution with vendors.
• Create shift reports detailing all discrepancies.

Qualifications:
• Basic knowledge and passion for emerging digital video products and platforms.
• Must be able to calmly execute job functions in a demanding environment.
• Have exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to focus on detail a must.
• General knowledge of the sports media industry.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple priorities on a daily basis.
• Must be willing to work second/third shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Preferred Qualifications:
• One year of experience in the media industry.
• Proficient computer skills, emphasis on Microsoft Office suite and social media platforms.

Required Education:
• Degree in Communications or related area of study; or equivalent work experience.

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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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