Vertical Video, Production Assistant

WWE • Stamford, CT

1d

About The Position

WWE® is the global leader in sports entertainment, creating and delivering original content 52 weeks a year to a global audience. WWE is committed to family-friendly entertainment on its television programming, Premium Live Events, digital media, and publishing platforms. WWE's TV-PG programming can be seen in more than 1 billion households worldwide in more than 20 languages through world-class distribution partners including Netflix, ESPN, NBCUniversal, USA Network and The CW. WWE is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO). TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of experience in digital/social video production, preferably in the sports, entertainment and/or television industries
• Background in content creation, video editing and collaborating in the social media space with a proven ability to conceive and produce highly engaging content
• Strong video production and editing judgment with proven track record of independently conceiving and publishing compelling content across multiple platforms
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required
• Proficiency in video production and editing tools such as Adobe Premiere and Capcut
• Must be organized and detail-oriented with exceptional time management and multitasking skills, with an ability to thrive under pressure
• Must be able to work rotating, non-traditional schedule, including nights and weekends
• Impeccable grammar and diction required
• Ability to travel extensively required

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of WWE shows and talent strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Help with content capture and clipping, organizing files, basic edits, exports, and asset management
• Assist producers on shoots with lighting, audio, gear, talent movement, and general setup
• Support quick-turn needs from TV, PLEs, live events, PC/NXT, talent shoots, backstage coverage, and partner requests
• Pitch original social-first original content ideas and help support execution
• Ensure all content is produced and optimized for social media publishing
• Keep current with WWE programming, storylines, talent, brands and products
• Help with internal and external partner shoots involving talent, executives, and priority WWE initiatives
• Jump in on social content ideas/trends when needed and help support execution
• Help track strong posts, standout moments and basic performance wins from assigned coverage
• Travel can be requested as needed based on coverage needs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed