Digital Video Content Associate
6 Months ago • 1 Years +
Editorial
Job Description
The Digital Video Content Associate at ESPN is a full-time role focused on producing and editing trending video content for digital and social channels. Responsibilities include identifying engaging moments from games or social media, creating compelling video content, collaborating with internal and external teams, analyzing performance metrics, and managing production timelines. The ideal candidate possesses strong non-linear editing skills (using software such as Premiere, After Effects, etc.), a deep understanding of social media trends, and excellent headline writing abilities. They must be able to quickly adapt to changing priorities and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. The role requires a minimum of one year of experience in digital media and a strong knowledge of sports.
Good To Have:
- Experience editing for social media
- Mobile-first content experience
- Digital content management system experience
- Presentation skills
- Media-related degree
Must Have:
- 1+ year digital media experience
- Non-linear editing skills
- Strong sports knowledge
- Social media trend awareness
- Headline writing skills
- Ability to multitask
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 and social 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 social content creation via non-linear editing software. 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 social and digital video content on ESPN platforms including YouTube
Basic Requirements:
- 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 work day
Preferred Requirements:
- Experience in editing content, specific to the needs and specs for multiple social media platforms.
- Experience working in a mobile-first content environment
- Experience working with a variety of digital content management systems
- Strong presentation skills
Basic Education:
- A 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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