Associate Producer, Documentaries & Original Content

World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc.; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 49,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The WWE Documentaries & Original Content group is looking for a driven and versatile Associate Producer with a passion for storytelling to join our award-winning team at WWE HQ in Stamford, CT.

Key responsibilities include non-linear editing of long-form video for WWE original projects, collaborating on content from concept to final delivery, and developing innovative features from the media library. Occasional interviews and field shoots are involved.

Qualifications

• WWE product knowledge preferred but not mandatory
• At least four years of production experience
• Ability to tell long ad short stories through editing.
• Experience using Avid, Adobe After Effects, and PhotoShop a plus
• Ability to perform assigned content requests in a fast paced, deadline heavy environment
• Experience with camera operation a plus
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Capable of working both independently and as a member of a team
• Some travel required for field shoots
• Ability to conceptualize ideas in a creative, non-traditional way
• Capable of handling various responsibilities and multiple projects simultaneously
• Bachelor degree (Communications, TV/Film Production, or related field of study preferred)

Responsibilities

• Non-linear editing of long-form video for various WWE original projects
• Work with production team on original narrative content, from conceptualization to final delivery
• Explore media library assets to develop innovative specials and features
• Occasionally conduct interviews and field produce shoots at WWE events
• Work with graphics, audio and post-production departments to help bring productions to life.
• Other duties as required

Job description

Who We Are

WWE® is the global leader in sports entertainment. The company creates and delivers original content 52 weeks a year to a global audience. WWE is committed to family-friendly entertainment on its television programming, Premium Live Events, digital media, and publishing platforms. WWE's TV-PG programming can be seen in more than 1 billion households worldwide in more than 20 languages through world-class distribution partners including Netflix, ESPN, NBCUniversal, USA Network and The CW. WWE is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO).

Additional information on WWE can be found atwwe.com andcorporate.wwe.com. TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans.

TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality.

Associate Producer – WWE Documentaries & Original Content

The WWE Documentaries & Original Content group is looking for a driven and versatile Associate Producer with a passion for storytelling to join our award-winning team at WWE HQ in Stamford, CT.

Key Responsibilities

• Non-linear editing of long-form video for various WWE original projects
• Work with production team on original narrative content, from conceptualization to final delivery
• Explore media library assets to develop innovative specials and features
• Occasionally conduct interviews and field produce shoots at WWE events
• Work with graphics, audio and post-production departments to help bring productions to life.
• Other duties as required

Qualifications

• WWE product knowledge preferred but not mandatory
• At least four years of production experience
• Ability to tell long ad short stories through editing.
• Experience using Avid, Adobe After Effects, and PhotoShop a plus
• Ability to perform assigned content requests in a fast paced, deadline heavy environment
• Experience with camera operation a plus
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Capable of working both independently and as a member of a team
• Some travel required for field shoots
• Ability to conceptualize ideas in a creative, non-traditional way
• Capable of handling various responsibilities and multiple projects simultaneously
• Bachelor degree (Communications, TV/Film Production, or related field of study preferred)

Per local requirements and in the interest of transparency, the hourly rate shown below reflects the prevalent current hiring range for this position. Hiring pay rates are based on a number of factors, including location and may vary depending on job-related qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. The company strives to provide locally competitive rewards packages, which include base rate along with, as applicable, short- and long-term incentives, growth and developmental opportunities, and robust benefits, such as health care, retirement, vacation and other paid time off, and additional offerings.

Hiring Rate Minimum: $48,750 annually (minimum will not fall below the applicable State/local minimum salary thresholds)

Hiring Rate Maximum: $65,000 annually

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WWE® is an integrated media organization and the recognized global leader in sports entertainment. The company consists of a portfolio of businesses that create and deliver original content 52 weeks a year to a global audience. WWE is committed to family-friendly entertainment on its television programming, premium live events, digital media, and publishing platforms. WWE’s TV-PG programming can be seen in more than 1 billion households worldwide in more than 20 languages through world-class distribution partners including NBCUniversal, The CW and Netflix. In the United States, NBCUniversal’s streaming service, Peacock, is the exclusive home to all premium live events, a variety of original programming and a massive video-on-demand library. Netflix is the exclusive home for WWE programming around the world, other than select international markets.

WWE is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO). Additional information on WWE can be found at wwe.com and corporate.wwe.com. TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality.