Production Internship - Summer
ESPN
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Full Time Unpaid Internship
Job Overview:
Department Overview:
ESPN's Production department consists of three units: Studio Production, Event Production and International Production. Interns may be placed in either Studio or Event Production. The internship position will be involved in several phases of either department, including technical responsibilities such as operating a teleprompter during live programming and content responsibilities such as editing material for air, producing highlight content for air and preparing element reels for use by Event Production Department producers. The internship position could also be involved in joining specific show or sport staffs.
Responsibilities
Interns will support 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
• Cuts show elements, such as video b-roll, highlights, teases select materials for bumps and roll-outs
• Operates studio teleprompter system
• May possibly be called upon to 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
• 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 date for future use
• Ensures suitability of footage for ESPN Authenticated Networks in real time
• 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
• Some position will require fluency in Spanish and knowledge of multiple cultures and/or historical expertise in specific sports such as soccer, rugby or cricket
Basic Qualifications
• Elite knowledge of sports, including 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
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
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a professional role, organization or activity
• Ability to read and write in Spanish
• Knowledge of multiple cultures and/or historical expertise in specific sports such as soccer, rugby or cricket
Additional Information:
Internship Eligibility:
• Must be enrolled in a college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR be currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Professional Internship
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program. Note: Once you have completed one consecutive year of employment on a Disney internship or program, there must be a minimum 6 month gap before the start of a new internship or program
• Must possess unrestricted work authorization
• Must provide full work availability, which will include nights, weekends and holidays
• Must provide transportation to/from work
Program Length:
The length of this internship is 10 weeks, and the approximate dates of this internship are June 6, 2016 - August 12, 2016. Interns will work 40 hours per week and must be fully available for the duration of the internship.
No Housing Available:
This internship is located in Los Angeles, CA. Participants on this internship must provide their own housing.
Recommendation – Print This Role Description:
Strong candidates may be invited to complete a phone interview. We strongly encourage applicants to print a copy of this role description so they can refer to it in the event they are selected for a phone interview.
ESPN is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Female/Minority/Veteran/Disability. Our goal is to create an inclusive workplace for all.