Spring Intern - Production, ESPN

This is a Part Time Unpaid Internship


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The Production Department produces content for ESPN's family of networks that fans can watch on television, their computer, tablet or smart phone; examples include live events and studio shows on ESPNU and SEC Network.

Responsibilities:

A Day in the Life:
• Screens, logs, transcribes and clips footage for events
• Creates shot sheets and cut sheets for assigned highlights
• Cuts show elements, such as video b-roll, highlights, teases; selects material for bumps and roll-outs
• Collaborates with video editors to produce high level show content
• Organizes head shot, element and melt reels
• Screens videotapes and/or servers and conducts research in the media asset management system to obtain material for the preparation of production elements
• Provides timely, accurate and complete delivery of multimedia elements and publishes to various platforms
• Suggests creative content during production meetings
• Logs and archives video and associated data for future use
• Perform crew functions as needed during productions and assist in location productions
• Flexibility to rotate between studio and remote environments
• Observes departments outside of Production
• Attends various event opportunities relative to understanding the overall company

Basic Qualifications:

What You Bring to the Role:
• Experience in sports media, preferably in television production, or involvement with collegiate TV station
• Elite knowledge of sports, including current athletes, rules and events
• Familiarity with server-based media and/or non-linear editing equipment including but not limited to Final Cut Pro and Quantel
• High level of familiarity with ESPN programming, platforms and studio shows

Preferred Qualifications:

• Historical knowledge of US sports
• Experience with editing, screening, logging and/or archiving video
• Familiarity with sports media landscape, including knowledge of business trends and technologies
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a professional role, organization or activity

Required Education

• Enrolled as a junior, senior or graduate student in an accredited college/university in the semester prior to the internship

Preferred Education

• Communication, Broadcasting, Journalism or related majors

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 currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Professional Internship. December 2019 graduates are still eligible.
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program
• Must possess unrestricted work authorization

Program Dates: The preferred dates for this internship are January 20- May 8, 2020. There may be some flexibility with the start date if needed. Interns will work 40 hours per week and must be fully available throughout the internship.

Housing: This position is located in Charlotte, NC. A limited amount of housing assistance is available for those
who qualify.

Transportation: Must provide own transportation to/from work.

About ESPN:

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with ESPN Productions, Inc., which is part of a business segment we call ESPN.

ESPN Productions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

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