Senior Assignment Editor
ESPN
Bristol, CTThis was removed by the employer on 5/9/2016 10:09:00 AM PST
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Full Time Job
Leads coverage efforts for sport and/or show assignment. Anticipates coverage needs and strategizes to plan the most effective, cost-efficient coverage for all ESPN platforms. Collaborates with management to generate ideas that improve Assignment Desk workflow. Advances Assignment Desk priorities through interdepartmental projects that enhance company performance. Understands complex rights and clearances issues and possesses advanced knowledge of social media guidelines and practices. Hires camera crews, satellite trucks, and studios, and arranges feeds and/or transfer of materials. Handles all ancillary needs, such as parking, credentials, phone lines, and permits. Coordinates the efforts of freelance and staff producers, associated production/technical personnel to provide video and audio sports/news program material for ESPN platforms. Trains and mentors other assignment editors. Acts as the liaison with Assignment Desk and Media Assets, Media Operations (Central Record), and Transmission.
Responsibilities
• Demonstrates strong editorial skills with the ability to outline and execute advanced coverage strategies, suggesting ideas for assigned sport or show
• Collaborates with management to improve Assignment Desk workflow and productivity
• Leads interdepartmental projects to enhance Assignment Desk and company performance
• Reacts immediately to breaking news and requests; pursues story-related materials (sound and video) in a timely manner
• Identifies and clears social media content for ESPN platforms, with an expertise in social media guidelines and best practices
• Possesses depth of knowledge in fiber and satellite, stadium and facility capabilities, FTP, and viral newsgathering procedures
• Hires freelance ENG and SNG crews, negotiating and enforcing rates for freelancers and vendors
• Collaborates with ABC NewsOne/ABC affiliates, as well as other network affiliates, on breaking news stories, sharing of information, video and sound
• Oversees the gathering of transmission information (satellite, fiber, cable) for televised games
• Coordinates game and studio events, including booking transmission needs (TVU/satellite/fiber), and promotes synergy between game and studio productions
• Works to build teams and processes; takes direction from assignment desk management, coordinating producers, news editors and producers
• Stays informed and up-to-date on sporting events and has above-average sports knowledge
• Represents ESPN's interests in building professional relationships with teams, facilities and vendors
• Demonstrates knowledge of the production of studio shows and remote events
Basic Qualifications
• Superior interpersonal and communication skills, with the capacity to handle high-volume email and phone traffic and a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated initiative and positive, solution-oriented outlook
• Advanced ability to organize and prioritize
• Commitment to accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong knowledge of sports
• Strong knowledge of television production and electronic and social media newsgathering
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs: Outlook, Excel, Word
Preferred Qualifications
• Eight-plus years' experience in a television-related field
• Previous Assignment Desk experience required
Required Education
• Bachelor's degree in related field
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.