ESPN Post Edit Intern, Bristol, Summer 2027

Messiah University; Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

ESPN is seeking a Post Edit Intern in Bristol, CT for Winter/Spring 2027 with a January–May timeline. You will learn editing workflows across ESPN platforms, supporting fast-paced sports content from concept to delivery.

Build hands-on skills with broadcast gear, Adobe Suite, and Creative Studio workflows while collaborating with editors and production teams to meet deadlines in a dynamic studio environment.

Qualifications

• Experience editing video with non-linear software, including the Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong written and verbal communication to collaborate with editors and producers.
• Ability to manage multiple editing tasks and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support non-linear video editing for ESPN sports content in a live production setting.
• Collaborate with editors and cross-functional teams on Creative Studio workflows and standards.
• Gain hands-on experience with broadcast equipment while managing multiple priorities.

Skills

Non-linear video editing

Editing under deadlines

Strong communication

Collaborative work

Multitasking

Education

Senior year preferred

Communications/JournPost-Production related major preferred

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe After Effects

Adobe Photoshop

Windows-based applications

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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ESPN Post Edit Intern, Bristol, Summer 2027

The ESPN Post Edit team is a collaborative team of creative storytellers who bring stories to life through short and long-form features, digital experiences, animation, highlights, marketing, ad sales and sound. From initial concept to final delivery, the team works together to create engaging content that connects with audiences.

The approximate dates for this internship are January – May 2027.

What You Will Do

The Post Edit Internwill use their technical editing background and experience to learn about editing sports content relevant to ESPN-produced studio & event productions. Responsibilities include:

Supporting non-linear video editing in a fast-paced sports broadcast environment while contributing to creative content across ESPN platforms

Collaborating with editors and cross-functional teams while learning Creative Studio Post workflows, editorial standards and best practices

Developing hands-on experience with broadcast equipment and editing technology, while managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines in a high-demand and live production environment with guidance from the team

Required Qualifications & Skills

Demonstrated experience editing video using non-linear editing software, including Adobe Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop)

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with editors, producers and cross-functional teams

Ability to manage multiple editing assignments, prioritize shifting needs and deliver quality work within quick-turnaround deadlines in a fast-paced production environment

Proficiency with Windows-based applications and Microsoft 365, including Microsoft Teams, Word and Excel, for communication, collaboration and project tracking

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

Previous campus, academic, freelance or internship experience in post-production editing, including hands-on experience editing video content

Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and collaborate effectively with editors, producers, production assistants and other creative partners

Working knowledge of major professional and collegiate sports, including teams, leagues, athletes and current sports storylines

Education

Senior yearpreferred

Major or previous coursework in Communications, Journalism, Post-Production or related majorpreferred

Additional Documents

A portfolio or reel showcasing your creative work is required as part of the application process. Applications submitted without a portfolio/reel will not be considered.

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information

Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:

Be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree taking at least one class at time of application OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship

Current Disney Interns, College, International, or Culinary Program Participants: You may only work for ONE consecutive year (12 months) in any combination of an internship and/or program

Be at least 18 years of age

Possess unrestricted work authorization

Additional Information

Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship

Able to provide own housing and transportation for the duration of the internship program in the Bristol, CT area

Fully available from Monday through Friday, 40 hours each week