Job Information
ESPN, Inc. ESPN NEXT Social Production Intern, Remote, Spring 2025 in Bristol, Connecticut
About the Role & Program
Ever wonder what it's like to work for a leading sports entertainment brand? 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. We have the latest technology, innovative ideas and world-class talent on our team, and every day is extraordinary!
ESPN NEXT is the company’s Production Assistant program focused on content creation for early-career professionals. This talented group of professionals produces content that fans can consume in many ways.
What You Will Do
As a Social Production Intern with NEXT, you will have the opportunity to gain real-world experience producing content for social platforms, while also learning about different areas of the business through networking. The internship will provide an opportunity to experience the social production aspect of the Production Assistant role within ESPN NEXT. If selected for this role, you will report to a Senior Social Media Specialist and an ESPN NEXT Manager. Responsibilities include:
Consuming and producing studio show content for social platforms to drive engagement
Analyze performance of social content and incorporate those insights into future content decisions
Pitching ideas to social teams and studio shows
Required Qualifications & Skills
Standard knowledge of multiple sports, especially sports heavily covered by ESPN
Awareness of media trends (i.e. social, digital, linear, etc.)
Familiarity with ESPN’s content across multiple platforms
Ability to research and pitch ideas
Ability to react quickly and positively under pressure
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in sports media, preferably in content creation
Passion for creative storytelling
Experience editing content (Adobe Premiere & Photoshop)
Ability to clearly communicate with leaders of the social production team
Education
Be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months at time of application posting OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Professional Internship
Major or previous coursework in Journalism, Broadcast, Sports Media or related major preferred
Eligibility Requirements & Program Information
Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:
Be at least 18 years of age
Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program
Possess unrestricted work authorization
Additional Information
The approximate dates of this internship are January through May 2025
This internship is a remote position and requires a working, reliable internet connection as well as a quiet, dedicated workspace
Available from Monday through Friday, with potential to work weekends for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each week. There may be some flexibility based on candidate’s academic schedule
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Job ID: 10102591
Location: Bristol,Connecticut
Job Posting Company: ESPN
ESPN Productions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
