Talent Spotter
ESPN
Bristol, CTThis was removed by the employer on 8/20/2018 1:09:00 PM PST
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Job Summary:
The Spotter I (Event) will provide crucial support to ESPN's on-air broadcasters, identifying player(s) and team formations involved in different plays on the field, as well as on-field positioning, during the live event telecast.
*This position will allow flexibility to work in remote U.S. / lower 48 state locations and not exclusive to Bristol, CT.*
Responsibilities:
• For assigned sports events, works hand-in-hand with on-air talent before and during the event telecast – providing content support in identifying player(s) involved on the field
• Pre-production activities include: working with assigned talent to create specialty ''spotter boards'' – list of teams, players, player numbers, positions – with talents' direct influence, for use during the game; research on players and teams to maximize ability to identify play(s) during the remote telecast.
• Live event responsibilities include: closely watching the event and providing immediate feedback to talent on player(s) involved in the outcome of each play (completed passes, changes of possession, penalties) as well as ball placement, largely silent via the pre-produced ''spotter boards''.
• Operates within the context of defined sports remote telecasts' concepts, objectives and outcomes. Work is reviewed by talent and the responsible Producer after each remote production
Basic Qualifications:
• Inner working knowledge of the sport and the rules of the game
• Ability to work in fast-paced, high stress, live television environment
• Must be able to clearly identify all objects and action on field of play
• Ability to uniquely communicate (often silently via spotter boards) pertinent game information with on-air broadcast talent with immediacy
• Prior live sports television production experience
Preferred Qualifications:
• Prior amateur or professional experience within sports area, potentially as a former player or manager
• Knowledge of sports and sports history
Required Education
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
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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