Digital Video Producer I - YouTube

The Walt Disney Company; Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The Walt Disney Company is seeking a Digital Video Producer I for its ESPN team in Bristol, Connecticut. This role requires strong video editing skills, familiarity with sports culture, and effective leadership abilities. The ideal candidate will manage video content for YouTube, optimize engagement, and collaborate closely with talent. With an exciting opportunity for innovation in a dynamic environment, this position offers a competitive annual salary based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in multimedia content production preferred.
• Strong knowledge of sports culture and current trends.
• Ability to adapt to the evolving YouTube landscape.

Responsibilities

• Manage video production for the YouTube team.
• Write and optimize video titles/descriptions for YouTube.
• Create graphics and multimedia content for social distribution.

Skills

Video editing

Storytelling

Social media production

Communication

Leadership

Search Engine Optimization

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree in broadcasting, communications, or journalism

Tools

Adobe Premiere

Final Cut Pro

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe After Effects

Job description

Digital Video Producer I - YouTube

Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10123095 Location Bristol, Connecticut, United States Business ESPN Date posted5月. 30, 2025

Job Summary:

The Digital Video Producer I is tasked with youth sports, social discovery, editing of show content on ESPN-branded channels. This role will additionally oversee members of the YouTube team. A qualified candidate will need to possess a commanding knowledge of sports culture, as well as social/digital media production and distribution techniques. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and constantly innovating their approach to content technically, tactically, and creatively. This candidate will also need to be an effective communicator and leader both within and outside the YouTube group.

Responsibilities:

• Write titles anddescriptions of videos, design thumbnail images, and add other elements in the publishing process, in order to maximize effectiveness of content on YouTube.
• Understand YouTube Analytics and ability to communicate that information inside and outside the YouTube group.
• Ability to communicate and work with Talent.
• Create graphics (static and motion) that stand out in a social/digital environment.
• Research, write and disseminate ideas for future content elements on ESPN platforms.
• Provide timely, accurate and complete delivery of multimedia elements, and publish to various platforms.
• Manage direct reports who will be producing and editing for ESPN’s YouTube ecosystem.

Basic Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of sports, culture & news, including current athletes, events, and storylines.
• Expertise in video editing in Adobe Premiere or Final Cut Pro, as well as advanced abilities in Adobe Photoshop and Adobe After Effects.
• Strong storytelling skills, creativity and a passion for pitching and executing story ideas from ideation to publication.
• Influential in understanding the ever-changing YouTube landscape and other emerging platforms.
• Excellent headline writing skills; an understanding of optimal tactics for social distribution.
• Expertise in Search Engine Optimization methods and data analytics.
• Must possess demonstrated communication and organization skills, and ability to react quickly and positively under a wide variety of situations.
• Familiarity with ESPN programming and platforms.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage one’s own projects, as well as those of others on the team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A minimum of 4 years in multimedia content production or related experience.
• Experience working with a variety of digital content management systems.
• Strong presentation skills.

Required Education:

• High school diploma

Preferred Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in broadcasting, communications, journalism or a closely related field

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85,800 - 115,000

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

ESPN Productions, 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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