The Walt Disney Company is hiring: Digital Video Content Associate in New York

Digital Video Content Associate

Job ID: 10114630

Location: New York, New York, United States / Connecticut, United States

Business: ESPN

Date posted: February 27, 2025

Job Summary:

Digital/Social Video Associates oversee the daily creation and curation of video content for ESPN-branded social channels, ESPN digital platforms, and ESPN YouTube channels. They produce video, write headlines, and evaluate stories and videos for accuracy, fairness, and social/viral potential. Editors must be able to track performance metrics and video analytics on ESPN platforms, enhancing the distribution model on all channels. This individual must have a commanding knowledge of Search Engine Optimization, be organized, and able to recognize unique and compelling content that will thrive in mobile/social environments. Must have or develop an awareness of the operations of multiple ESPN units in order to collaborate successfully in identifying and/or developing up-to-the-minute video content optimized for multiple platforms and user needs.

Responsibilities:

• Become a subject matter expert on the ESPN Digital Platforms and apply that expertise to expand reach, engagement, and distribution of content.
• 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.
• Maintain proficiency and knowledge in latest trends and best practices for video distribution on YouTube channels and ESPN Platforms.
• Produce, create, and edit videos. This will include headline writing, tagging and managing an overall style and voice, and working with subject matter experts for specific content types.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 year’s experience working in a media environment, creating and managing content, and publishing to live streams.
• Strong base of current sports knowledge, including teams, players, and storylines.
• Strong understanding and appreciation of news and story play.
• Excellent headline writing skills, an understanding of optimal tactics for content distribution.
• Ability to create and tell stories in a fast-paced, highly competitive environment.
• Work quickly and juggle multiple varied tasks during a typical work day.
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with a variety of digital content management systems.
• Understand and follow closely the latest in social media trends.
• Non-linear editing skills (Quantel, Final Cut, Avid, Premiere, After Effects, WSC, etc.).
• Experience in editing content, specific to the needs and specs for multiple social media platforms.
• Has a good appreciation of popular culture and assists with understanding the tastes of ESPN users.
• An understanding of how sports fans are consuming content on mobile devices.

Required Education:

• High School Diploma

Preferred Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in related field

Compensation:

The hiring range for this position in New York, NY or remote is $50,800 to $68,000 per year based on a 40-hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

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.

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