Job Description
Editorial Graphics Producer I
The Editorial Graphics Producer I collaborates with content producers, coordinating producers and researchers on assigned SportsCenter, Baseball Tonight, Mike & Mike in the Morning, First Take, Sunday and Monday NFL Countdown, SportsNation, ESPN Goal Line, ESPN Buzzer-Beater, ESPN Sports Saturday and ESPNEWS programming to find innovative ways to enhance the video storyline from a graphics and content perspective. The Editorial Graphics Producer I leads the editorial direction of on-air insert graphics appearing in live programming.
ESPN, Inc., The Worldwide Leader in Sports, is the leading multinational, multimedia sports entertainment company featuring the broadest portfolio of multimedia sports assets with over 50 business entities. Headquartered in Bristol, Connecticut, ESPN is 80% owned by ABC, Inc. (a subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company), and 20% by the Hearst Corporation.
ESPN was founded by Bill Rasmussen and launched on September 7, 1979. Now with over 6,500 employees, each year ESPN televises more than 5,100 live and/or original hours of sports programming. The company’s mission is to serve sports fans. Anytime. Anywhere.
Responsibilities
Must have strong ability to edit words, content, and stats as well as be able to write clearly and concisely under pressure in live broadcast environment. Expert editorial skills, sports knowledge and news judgment to shape and enhance storylines using graphics will be required in order to be successful within this role. Strong ability to check and proof content for grammar, spelling, clarity and impact under tight deadlines. Must have possession of superior communication skills, with the ability to work in a team environment and drive collaboration. Superior attention to details is a necessity. Strong creative and innovative thinking regarding news judgment and content is a must.
Basic Qualifications
A minimum of 4 years of experience in sports news production with an emphasis on graphic interpretation of news events. Thorough day-to-day knowledge of sports news, information and history with the skill to translate content into short, specific and concise messages easily comprehended and digested by the viewing audience. Candidate must demonstrate the ability to show leadership, to drive content and to leverage relationships by working collaboratively with team members.
Preferred Education
College degree in Communications or English
Required Education
High School Degree or equivalent
Additional Information
Imagine a career with an organization that brings smiles to millions every day. Imagine working with people whose passion for what they do is simply indescribable. We are The Walt Disney Company, live with a rich legacy of innovation, entertainment, and lifelong memories. With our vast array of both businesses and professionals, you’ll have the opportunity to join a team that’s beloved around the world, and to find out how it feels to love what you do. We invite you to discover for yourself why a career with Disney is the opportunity you‘ve been looking for. ESPN, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Our goal is to create an inclusive workplace for all.
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