Associate Producer I

The Walt Disney Company • Bristol, CT

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Working at ESPN is unlike anything else. That’s because we’re always finding new ways to interact with fans – however and wherever they connect with sports. When you have the latest technology, game-changing ideas and world-class talent on your team, every day is extraordinary. The main function of the Associate Producer I position will be to produce graphics and content for our live event coverage. The position will be assigned to an array of remote sports productions and participate in the creative development of assigned productions, storyline ideas and concepts for remote and integrated events.

Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years of experience with remote sports/events.
• Experience producing graphics for live events.
• Knowledge of sports and sports history.
• Experience with operating processes for remote sports productions.
• Good communication and organizational skills; attention to detail.
• Ability to function effectively in an atmosphere subject to frequent changes.

Nice To Haves

• Has experience in the conduct of several processes and procedures carried out in remote sports productions.
• Has and applies a basic knowledge of what story ideas and concepts to use for assigned teases, sales features, promotions, roll-outs and special animation elements for assigned sports events.
• Has non-linear editing experience.

Responsibilities

• Works closely with the Producer to design, implement and execute on air graphics that support storylines for remote telecasts.
• Uses knowledge or sports and graphics to help determine the concepts, looks, and content of graphics for assigned events.
• Coordinates and supports various aspects of the production of assigned telecasts including schedules and facilities.
• Participates in the creative development and contributes to the storyline ideas for assigned telecasts.
• Researches sports information and obtains materials as directed for assigned remote telecasts.
• Tracks and reports on production schedules and budgets; updates production tracking spreadsheets; tracks the flow of remote production assets.
• May write line copy and parts of scripts and special introductions.
• Trains and mentors Content Associates and Production Assistants in various roles that include prepping elements for a game, event, edit, or shoot.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED