SVP, Editor in Chief Job at The Walt Disney Company in Bristol

SVP, Editor in Chief Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10130663 Location Bristol, Connecticut, United States Business ESPN Date posted Sep. 09, 2025 Job Summary : Position Summary :

ESPN is seeking a visionary, strategic, and deeply experienced EditorinChief to lead andintegrate our DigitalEditorial,Investigative & Enterprise Journalism, and Newsgatheringteams. This role is responsible for shaping and executing ESPN’seditorial strategy across platforms, driving impactful journalism, and ensuring ESPN maintains its leadershipinsports storytelling, breaking news, and accountability reporting.

This senior executive will partner across Content, Programming, Marketing, and Legal to ensureeditorial excellence, speed,integrity, andinnovation—anchoredinESPN’s journalistic mission and commitment to serve sports fans.

Responsibilities :

Set theeditorial vision and priorities across digital platforms, news desks, and enterprise storytelling.

Uphold ESPN'seditorial standards and ethics by ensuring strong sourcing, verification, fairness, and contextinall reporting.

Align daily content operations with long-term strategy, ensuring ESPN is breaking news, surfacing untold stories, and delivering distinctive perspectives.

Drive cross-platformeditorialinitiatives,integrating linear, digital, and social.

Lead a team of executives across DigitalEditorial,Investigative & Enterprise, and Newsgathering; provide clear direction, mentorship, and accountability.

Foster a culture of creativity, urgency,inclusivity, and collaboration.

Championeditorial diversity—incontent, voices, and staffing.

Work closely with Programming, Studio, Social, and ESPN+ teams to drive audience impact and storytelling consistency.

Leverage audience data and market trends to refineeditorial strategies, platform distribution, and coverage priorities.

Identify and develop emerging content formats and storytelling platforms, from longform features to real-time updates and explainers.

Qualifications :

Minimum 15 years of experienceinjournalism,including digitaleditorial,investigative reporting, and / or newsroom leadership at a national or global media outlet.

Proven leadershipinoverseeing large, multi-functionaleditorial teams.

Strongeditorial judgment, with experience navigating high-profile, sensitive, or controversial stories.

Deep understanding of digital media and audience behaviors across platforms.

Demonstrated successinchange leadership and building cohesiveeditorial cultures.

Stronginterpersonal and communication skills; able to work effectively at all levels of the organization.

Preferred Qualifications :

Experienceinsports journalism or leadingeditorial efforts at a major sports media company.

Familiarity with multimedia content development and cross-platform storytelling.

Backgroundincrisis reporting orinvestigative journalism with measurable audience and impact outcomes.

Required Education :

Bachelor's degreeinJournalism, Communications, or related field; advanced degree or equivalent experience preferred.

About ESPN : 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. Every day we’re doing things that no one has done, all in a dynamic culture where we defy odds and continuously outdo ourselves. When you have the latest technology, game-changing ideas and world-class talent on your team, every day is extraordinary.

About The Walt Disney Company : The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments : Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with ESPN Productions, Inc , which is part of a business we call ESPN .

ESPN Productions, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

Disability Accommodation for Employment Applications The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, visit the Disney candidate disability accommodations FAQs . We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.

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