Associate Editor - ESPN APP

The Walt Disney Company; Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ESPN is seeking an Associate Editor to oversee content for their Mobile App. This role demands excellent editing skills, knowledge of major sports leagues, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate should have experience in sports media and be familiar with audience engagement metrics. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence ESPN's content strategy while working with a talented team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in high-level sports media.
• Expert-level knowledge of NFL, NBA, MLB, UFC, College Football, and Basketball.
• Strong understanding of fan engagement data and content metrics.

Responsibilities

• Assess multiple sports stories and manage editorial voice.
• Oversee short and long-term programming strategies.
• Collaborate with over 125 ESPN reporters.

Skills

Excellent headline writing

Verbal communication

Written communication

Understanding of news

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor's Degree in communication arts, journalism or news media

Tools

HTML

Job description

Associate Editor - ESPN APP

Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10123548 Location Bristol, Connecticut, United States Business ESPN Date postedJun. 23, 2025

Job Summary:

The Associate Editor will be primarily responsible for editing and maintenance for all of ESPN Mobile App's plus notifications and News Lane programming. On a daily basis, this person will assess content from a variety of sources (includes wire services, partners, ESPN staffers, freelancers, plus interactive elements, social media, audio and video) to determine how it fits into our daily news coverage and programming needs. The editor evaluates all sport page copy and headlines, provides feedback on all art and video, and works to package this content in a manner that is dynamic enough to entice users to delve deeper into the app. Must be an excellent headline writer and able to present and tell stories in a tight space. Must show good judgment in prioritizing all online content for a national audience.

Responsibilities:

• The Associate Editor will assess multiple stories on a daily basis. These will include managing an overall style and voice.
• Along with the daily programming and alerts roles, the Associate Editor will be involved in short and long-term editorial planning, creating programming strategies specifically tailored to the content and audience consumption patterns.
• Associate Editors manage and track contributions from more than 125 ESPN reporters. Video contributions must be vetted in collaboration with the Digital Video team, and pushed into prominent spots on the site, on social media, and on TV.
• The Associate Editor will work across multiple content and delivery platforms on to develop in-depth projects, feature packages and daily content.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year of experience working in a high-level sports media environment, including previous leadership roles.
• Possess an expert-level knowledge of one or more of NFL, NBA, MLB, UFC, College Football and College Basketball, including fantasy and gambling areas. This includes not just on-field expertise, but a knowledge of the cutting-edge thoughts, trends and writers covering the sport.
• Understand and follow closely the latest in fan engagement data and key performance metrics to optimize content creation and distribution to fans.
• Strong understanding and appreciation of news and story play.
• Excellent headline writing skills, an understanding of search engine optimization.
• Work quickly and juggle multiple varied tasks during a typical workday.
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in online media content preparation. Applicants must have the ability to work in a rapidly changing online environment and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Sports takes place on nights, weekends, and holidays -- and those shifts will be regular and required.
• Have a background or quickly become competent in HTML.

Required Education:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Preferred Education:

• Bachelor's Degreein communication arts, journalism or news media or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Information:

• Ability to work nights, holidays, and weekends.

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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 ESPN Enterprises, Inc , which is part of a business we call ESPN .

ESPN Enterprises, 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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