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Digital Video Content Associate

Full time @Confidential posted 1 day ago in Writing / Content / Editing Email Job

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Job Summary:

The Digital Video Content Associate is a full-time position tasked with the production and editing of trending video content across ESPN-branded digital channels. This role will work within the Digital Video newsroom creating content and completing daily assignments such as custom edits and producing digital highlights. This role requires a developed knowledge of digital media and content creation via non-linear editing software, as well as the capacity to travel to and produce content from live events. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and able to recognize high-level engagement opportunities to further ESPN’s industry-leading video offerings.

Responsibilities:

  • Be able to identify trending, “must-see”-type moments from games or on social platforms and translate them into engaging digital video opportunities.
  • Participate with teams internally and externally in the creation and distribution of content that best activates new audiences.
  • Analyze usage and performance metrics that can lead to content enhancements and improvements.
  • Effectively manage production timelines to ensure projects are executed on time.
  • Maintain proficiency and knowledge in latest trends, technology, and best practices for digital video content on ESPN platforms including the enhanced ESPN app, ESPN.com and the ESPN Fantasy app.

Required Qualifications:

  • Minimum 1 year of combined media experience with a focus on digital media.
  • Basic non-linear editing skills (Quantel, Final Cut, Avid, Premiere, After Effects, etc.).
  • Strong base of current sports knowledge, including teams, players, and storylines.
  • Understand and follow closely the latest in social media trends.
  • Excellent headline writing skills; an understanding of optimal tactics for content distribution.
  • Strong understanding of core characteristics of “viral” content.
  • Ability to work quickly and juggle multiple varied tasks during a typical workday.

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Experience in editing content, specific to the needs and specs for multiple social media platforms.
  • Experience traveling to major live sporting events and film content on site using phone or DSLR.
  • Experience working with talent both on-site and in studio, ability to help produce content in live environment on the spot.
  • Experience working with a variety of digital content management systems.
  • Strong presentation skills.

Required Education:

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent

Preferred Education :

  • College Degree in a media-related field

Additional Information:

  • Flexibility to work multiple shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays

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