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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