Digital Video Associate Producer

Disney Parks and Resorts; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment company in Greater London seeks an Associate Producer to support creating high-quality digital video content for sports. The role requires experience in video production, strong editorial judgement, and skills in Premiere Pro. This hybrid position demands strong timing with deadlines and the ability to produce engaging content for YouTube and ESPN platforms. Enjoy perks like 25 days annual leave and free park entry for friends and family.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Private medical insurance & dental care

Free Park Entry

Disney Discounts

Excellent parental and guardian leave

Employee Resource Groups

Qualifications

• Experience in digital video production and distribution, ideally within sport or entertainment.
• Experience working on a branded YouTube channel.
• Strong editing skills, confident in solo shoots.

Responsibilities

• Identify trending moments from games and create digital video opportunities.
• Manage production timelines and ensure projects are executed on time.
• Ensure edits meet editorial, visual, and brand standards.

Skills

Digital video production

Editorial judgement

Editing skills (Premiere Pro)

Understanding of YouTube

Shooting experience

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Tools

Premiere Pro

After Effects

Job description

Job Summary

The Associate Producer supports the creation, development and delivery of high‑quality digital video content for ESPN’s UK and international audiences. The role brings compelling sports stories to life across YouTube and ESPN’s digital platforms. It is ideal for someone with strong editorial instincts, a passion for sport and hands‑on experience in digital video production.

Work five days out of seven, with regular weekend shifts and varying hours that may start early or finish late. This is an office‑based hybrid role, with some days spent in the Hammersmith, London office and others working from home.

The Opportunity & Responsibilities

• Identify trending, “must‑see” moments from games or social platforms and translate them into engaging digital video opportunities.
• Participate with internal and external teams in creating and distributing content that activates new audiences.
• Analyse usage and performance metrics to enhance and improve content.
• Manage production timelines to ensure projects are executed on time.
• Maintain proficiency in the latest trends, technology and best practices for digital video content on YouTube and ESPN owned and operated digital platforms.
• Ensure edits meet ESPN’s editorial, visual and brand standards; deliver accurate, well‑researched video content.
• Hit deadlines for daily content and bigger productions effectively and independently.
• Technically optimise content for YouTube, web and app best practice (correct metadata, titles, descriptions and thumbnails).
• Be dependable on shoots and during fast‑turnaround moments.
• Represent the team professionally in cross‑functional meetings.
• Make sound calls when reacting to breaking news or fast‑moving sports stories.
• Spot potential issues (rights, accuracy, tone) and escalated appropriately.

The Experience We Require From You

• Experience in digital video production and distribution, ideally within sport or entertainment.
• Experience working on a branded YouTube channel.
• Strong editing skills (Premiere Pro essential; After Effects a bonus).
• Good understanding of YouTube.
• Shooting experience, with confidence to go on solo shoots.
• Strong editorial judgement and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple tasks and deliver against tight deadlines.
• Passion for sport and awareness of key news cycles, events and personalities.

The Perks

• 25 days annual leave
• Private medical insurance & dental care
• Free Park Entry: You will have the opportunity to enter any of our parks with your family and friends for free.
• Disney Discounts: you are entitled to discounts on designated Disney products, resort F&B and ticketing.
• Excellent parental and guardian leave.
• Employee Resource Groups – WOMEN @ Disney, Disney DIVERSITY, Disney PRIDE, ENABLED and our Mental Health & Wellbeing Group, TRUST.

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. Disney is committed to forming a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided the necessary accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive all benefits of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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.

This position is with The Walt Disney Company Limited, which is part of a business we call ESPN.

The Walt Disney Company Limited is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion or belief, sex, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, disability or pregnancy or maternity. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.