Associate Producer II

This is a Full Time Job

Location: New York, New York, United States; Town of Bristol, Connecticut, United States

Job Summary:

The Associate Producer II will play a key role in leading and supporting the production of a wide variety of ESPN and ad partner-supported projects. Working closely with the Producers and Senior Producers, the Associate Producer will interface extensively with internal and external stakeholders during the pre, field and post-production phases of campaigns. Excellent communication skills and a hands-on knowledge of all aspect of productions are important in this role. This position is preferred to by NYC based but also open to CT based.

Responsibilities:

• Works within the Production group to implement ideas and scripts into both high quality and cost-effective productions.
• Assists in the bid submission process and hiring of 3rd party production companies.
• Works seamlessly with a wide range of ESPN/Disney colleagues across Sales, Legal, Content and Commercial Operations departments.
• Very strong writing and communication skills i.e. articulating a production plan in a concise and clear manner.
• Operates with knowledge and savvy in the creation of both short-form (under: 30) and long-form (:30 – 2:00) scripted and non-scripted content.
• Experience in working on live action productions.
• A solid understanding of cinematography, editing, and graphics.
• Researches sports information and utilizes information resources in support of content creation and to ensure accuracy.
• A desire to learn about Intellectual Property with respect to what imagery may be legally permissible in ad-supported campaigns.

Basic Qualifications:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in field and/or post-production.
• Knows how to bring a story idea to reality.
• Full schedule availability, which will include nights, weekends, and holidays. (25% of travel, including weekends and holidays.)
• A strong desire to be a pioneering force in the growth of an industry-leading, full-service agency team, house under the most powerful brand in sports.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Broadcast or creative advertising agency production experience is a plus but not essential.

Preferred Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Liberal Arts, Communications, Journalism or Broadcasting

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The hiring range for this position in New York, NY is $60,516.00 to $81,180.00 per year based on a 40-hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.