Assistant Content Producer Job at NESN LTD in Watertown

NESN is the regional sports network of the Boston Red Sox, the Boston Bruins, PWHL, and Hockey East. The Assistant Content Producer is an entry-level position to join our production team. We are looking for people who love sports. We’ll teach you television.

As directed by producers, the Assistant Content Producer will provide support to both live studio and remote productions and original programming by logging and editing videotape, researching, and gathering footage, operating the in-game score bug, and running the network ticker and prompter. You’ll learn how sports television occurs in the control room, the production truck, the edit facility, and the content center.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Screen and log videotape, including Red Sox and Bruins games, to learn camera angles
• Clear and melt videotape from MLB and NHL to determine best video for features, teases and promos
• Edit b-roll and highlights of other games for pre/post game shows
• Operate in-game score bug including all editorial interface, sponsorship, and promotion
• Assist producers in securing and organizing production materials for events and studio shows
• Update and maintain the network ticker, including breaking news
• Operate teleprompter in studio shows
• Combine with producers on operating free-to-play games into the pro-product telecast
• Check and gather headlines, photos and footage for original programming
• Assist in n other aspects of original programming content gathering and archiving
• Successfully complete other related tasks/assignments as needed

We believe in the potential within every individual. If you’re passionate about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the requirements that are listed within this job description.

Qualifications:

• Solid knowledge of New England sports, particularly baseball and hockey and preferably major Boston sports teams
• Solid internet research skills
• Creativity and drive and the ability to contribute ideas to the production are a must
• Strong work ethic, reliable and professional
• Solid organizational skills; Strong communication and interpersonal skills, must possess a positive “can-do” attitude
• Ability to successfully work in a fast paced, loosely structured, growing and changing work environment; must be a self-starter who can work independently with minimal supervision but also able to work effectively within a team environment
• Able to work weekends, nights and holidays as needed
• Must embrace the NESN Core Values; People, Customer Focus, Adaptability, Teamwork, Diversity, Integrity, Accountability, Passion and Social Responsibility

We believe that when team members feel supported, they are more engaged, productive, and innovative. If you're looking for a workplace that celebrates people and their personal and professional growth, you've come to the right place.

Some of the benefits we provide include:

• Medical and Dental plans which are currently funded by NESN at approximately 85%
• Pre-Tax HSA, FSA and Dependent Care Account
• 401(k) plan with employer match of 100% up to the first 6% of compensation, 3% contribution through Safe Harbor and discretionary profit sharing of up to 6%.
• Life Insurance, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability which are currently 100% funded by NESN
• Paid parental leave
• Time Off Benefits - Eligible NESN Employees accrue Paid Time Off equaling 160 hours or 20 days for the full year
• Team Store Discounts - Employees will receive a discount of 50% at the Red Sox Team Store and 25% off at the Bruins Pro Shop with a valid NESN Employee ID
• Paid Volunteerism - NESN provides eligible employees with up to 24 hours (3 days) of paid time to participate in NESN Connects events.
• Tuition Reimbursement - NESN provides a generous Tuition Reimbursement Program to assist employees who aspire to further their education to learn & grow within their careers.
• LinkedIn Learning Courses - Eligible employees receive a free membership to LinkedIn Learning which provides on-demand learning to thousands of courses anytime, anywhere from your computer to your mobile device.
• MBTA Reimbursement - Eligible employees may be reimbursed up to $100 per month for the use of Mass Transit if it is their primary mode of transportation to & from work
• Travel Assistance & ID Theft Protection
• Estate Guidance - The Hartford helps employees protect their family’s future by creating a customized and legally binding will online using a simple but comprehensive online questionnaire.
• Additional Perks & Employee Discounts - As a NESN employee, you are eligible for other discounts & perks such as pet insurance, tickets, travel, dry cleaning, mobile phones, and much more!

Who We Are

NESN (New England Sports Network) is owned by Fenway Sports Group, which also owns the Boston Red Sox and Pittsburgh Penguins among other holdings, and Delaware North, owners of the Boston Bruins. NESN is delivered throughout the six-state New England region and nationally as NESN National. The definitive source for New England sports programming, NESN consistently has been one of the top-rated regional sports networks in the country, with a reputation for innovative and award-winning production of sports events and specials.

As of Fall 2023, NESN manages SportsNet Pittsburgh, a newly branded regional sports network that televises Pittsburgh Penguins and Pirates games, as well as local college sports, original content and more in PA, WV, and portions of MD, OH and NY.

Our professional environment is passionate, adaptable, creative, and filled with aspiring individuals who are driven to grow with our company. Our core values are at the heart of who we are. We have a spontaneous and vibrant culture, and we truly believe in team spirit and collaboration.

NESN is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer. We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunities for all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, genetic information, military service, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Minorities, Women, Individuals with Disabilities, and Veterans are especially encouraged to apply.