Marketing Production Assistant

Position Summary:

The Production Assistant position is responsible for supporting the production needs of all Producers, Associate Producers and Editors in the ESPN Creative Studio group. In addition, as needed, the candidate is expected to interface and support other internal or external partners for the successful completion of assigned projects.

Responsibilities:

• Supports all Producers during every phase of their production.
• Researches & clips videos using Media Search, Q-Cut, and Transfer Shuttle/Signiant.
• Performs some light editing on our internal Adobe Premiere system to prepare clips, presentations, and content for internal/external clients.
• Helps Producers traffic materials and schedule edit sessions with external editing facilities.
• Assists Producers with file transfers and approval links for completed work.
• Ensures the internal storage of all completed spots are systematically catalogued.
• Communicates closely with Brand & Sales teams and Media Operations to ensure that assignments are accurate and delivered on time.
• Coordinates materials requests for all other internal or external clients.
• Provides support to other functions, departments, and coworkers where needed.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 year in the television/film production business, preferably at a network or production facility.
• Basic knowledge of editing software, digital media formats and the methods of television production.
• Some experience with video cameras, lighting, audio or other production equipment.
• Basic knowledge of production server environment.
• Interest and knowledge of sports, both professional and collegiate.
• Interest in the creative aspects of advertising and film/television.
• Collaborative, team-oriented and comfortable in a group atmosphere.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Adobe Premiere, After Effects, Illustrator, and Photoshop editing and graphics software.
• Knowledge and understanding of the ESPN Brand and the sports television industry.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a highly pressurized environment.
• Willingness and ability to work days, night, weekends and holidays.

Required Education:

• High School diploma, or equivalent

Preferred Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Design, Creative or a related field

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