Production Assistant
ESPN
Charlotte, NCThis was removed by the employer on 9/26/2016 3:09:00 PM PST
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Full Time Job
The Content Associate Program is a premiere program to identify and develop the next generation of Production leaders at ESPN. It's our entry-level program intended to grow participants' production skills and knowledge and provide them with a foundation to progress throughout the organization. The program is intended to provide a clear career path, defined performance expectations and structured learning and development opportunities for ESPN's future leaders.
Responsibilities
• Supports Coordinating Producers, Producers, Highlight Producers and Associate Producers with the production of live or taped studio shows and/or remote events
• Screens games and selects shots for highlights
• Creates shot sheets for assigned highlights
• Screens, logs, transcribes and clips footage for events; organizes head shot and melt reels
• Cuts show elements, such as video b-roll, highlights, teases selects materials for bumps and roll-outs
• Operates studio teleprompter system
• Perform crew functions as needed during productions and assist in location productions
• Provides timely, accurate and complete delivery of multimedia elements and publishes to various platforms
• Coordinate graphics for assigned studio telecasts or remote events
• Develops relationships with our various international networks to obtain material to support show needs; leverages US-based and international libraries and highlight-gathering operation to support international show needs
• Screens videotapes and/or servers and conducts research in the media asset management system to obtain material for the preparation of production elements
• Logs and archives video and associated data for future use
• Ensures suitability of footage for ESPN Authenticated Networks in real time
• Maintains updated production manuals and element reels; assists in preparation for events, including shipping materials
• Researches, writes and disseminates ideas for future content elements on ESPN platforms
• May be called upon to run social media accounts for ESPN shows and properties
• Accountable for strict adherence to established Production department procedures
Basic Qualifications
• Elite knowledge of sports, including current athletes, rules and events
• Must possess demonstrated communication and organization skills, and ability to react quickly and positively under a wide variety of production situations
• High level of familiarity with ESPN programming, platforms and studio shows
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a professional role, organization or activity
• A minimum of 1 year in television production, collegiate TV station, or related experience.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in sports media, preferably in television production, or involvement with collegiate TV station
• Historical knowledge of US sports
• Familiarity with processes and procedures of a television production department
• Familiarity with server-based media and/or non-linear editing equipment
• Familiarity with the sports media landscape, including knowledge of business trends and technologies
• Some positions will require fluency in Spanish or Portuguese and knowledge of multiple cultures and/or historical expertise in specific sports such as soccer, rugby, or cricket
Required Education
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
Additional Information:
ESPN is an equal opportunity employer - Female/Minority/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. Our goal is to create an inclusive workplace for all.