Sports Content Researcher - Inglewood, CA
About The Position
This position will work on NFL Network shows as part of the team in Inglewood, CA, and be part of the company’s larger Research & Graphics squad. The mission is to provide ESPN’s television, audio, digital and social platforms with statistics, context and historical perspectives that make sports coverage interesting to sports fanatics and understandable to casual observers. This role involves working in ESPN’s production center in Inglewood, CA, surrounded by people who share a passion for sports. Sports Content Researchers use their knowledge and ESPN’s resources, including advanced metrics, to analyze sporting events. Key sports covered include NFL, college football, NBA, NHL, WNBA, and college basketball.
Requirements
- 1 year of related experience in sports, statistics, research or a related field
- Full availability to work days, nights, weekends and holidays
- Broad knowledge of most sports and deep knowledge of NFL and several others, including awareness of current/historical sports statistics, milestones, news, and events
- Elite writing and grammar skills.
- Aptitude to research, write air-ready scripts for BottomLine as well as Event and Studio productions
- Ability to communicate information accurately
- Ability to adhere to strict deadlines and react to breaking news
- Ability to follow all Disney, ESPN and department policies and directives
Nice To Haves
- Minimum 2 years of experience working with statistics in an online, television or print media environment
- Fluency in reading, speaking and writing Spanish
- Demonstrated track record of training others and/or managing team-based projects
Responsibilities
- Create original full-screen graphics and anchor lead-ins for live shows using research and written copy.
- Post relevant news on the ESPN BottomLine/NFL Network ticker, including Breaking News alerts and in-depth coverage, putting complex news stories into context.
- Create informative, factually accurate, and unique game previews for shows.
- Collaborate with colleagues on all elements of a studio show, from unearthing facts to providing relevant stats for trades, coaching changes, or injuries.
- Provide real-time updates for anchors and announcers during live shows.
- Develop interesting segments and assist colleagues in developing their ideas.
- Develop visually appealing, factually revealing visuals for TV and digital feeds.
- Respond to breaking news by using knowledge of advanced metrics, analytics, and research tools to create supporting content with tight deadlines.
Benefits
- Bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided
- Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
