Digital Video Producer I

Job Description

The Digital Video Producer I is a social-first video editing role on the Digital Video team at ESPN. The candidate will be tasked with the ideation, production, and distribution of high-visibility video content on ESPN-branded digital, social and linear channels, including Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat and the ESPN app. The candidate should be well-versed in social media trends, voice, style and subject matter. Having the ability to contribute to ESPN’s industry-leading digital and social content. There will be opportunities to travel, manage a talented team and work on quick-turn situations, longer-form executions and lead projects from start to finish around ESPN’s marquee events in collaboration with the ESPN Social team and external partners. This role requires a strong knowledge of social media content creation, and the ability to monitor and adapt to the evolution of those platforms.

Responsibilities :

• Ability to work on high-level, short and long-form editing projects that are both unique and outstanding
• Ideate and execute edits incorporating multiple elements from different sources to create coherent work
• Collaborate with partners to execute industry-leading video content for the biggest events in sports
• Become a subject matter expert on all ESPN platforms (From TikTok to TV) and apply that expertise to expand reach, engagement, and distribution of content.
• Act as content lead for digital video creative team – leading by example with high-level oversight, and clear content direction
• 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 YouTube.

Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Required Education :

Preferred Education

Additional Information :

#ESPNMedia