Production Assistant, ESPN Next

The Walt Disney Company; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company in Charlotte seeks a Production Assistant to support creating content for various sports properties. Applicants should have a year of experience in sports media and be passionate about sports. Those familiar with video editing software are preferred. The role requires working during nights and weekends, contributing to a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in sports media, preferably in television production.
• Conversational knowledge of multiple sports, especially those covered by ESPN.
• Enthusiasm and passion for sports.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and remain composed.

Responsibilities

• Support production and content creation for sports properties.
• Share creative ideas for ESPN's multi-platform storytelling.
• Edit video and audio elements for shows and networks.
• Assist with live events by gathering video elements for broadcasts.

Skills

Experience in sports media

Passion for sports

Professional communication

Organization skills

Ability to prepare and contribute ideas

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

Adobe Premiere

Final Cut

Job description

ESPN NEXT is the entry point for aspiring storytellers at ESPN, overseeing the hiring, development, assignment, and promotion of Production Assistants and Content Associates. With a focus on career growth, internal culture, and platform fluency, NEXT serves as a launchpad for emerging talent and a content driver across ESPN platforms, shaping the future of the Company with initiatives such as the NEXT Accelerator.

As part of ESPN NEXT, you’ll join a dynamic team producing must‑see content across ESPN’s shows, live events, digital/social, and audio platforms. Sports don’t sleep, and neither does the adrenaline of live production—whether you’re cutting highlights at dawn, gearing for primetime, capturing the game‑winner on a holiday, or spotting moments that go viral on social, you’ll be at the center of it.

Responsibilities

• Support production and content creation for domestic and global sports properties.
• Consistently share creative and innovative ideas for ESPN’s multi‑platform storytelling.
• Edit video and audio elements and research content for a variety of shows and networks.
• Run audio board loading playlists, log commercials, sales, and promos for multi‑platform broadcasts.
• Coordinate graphics for assigned studio telecasts and/or remote live events.
• Produce highlights, teases, opens, and montages for shows, live events, and digital platforms.
• Assist with live events by gathering video and sponsorship elements for broadcasts.

Basic Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in sports media, preferably television production or collegiate TV station involvement.
• Conversational knowledge of multiple sports, especially those heavily covered by ESPN (NBA/WNBA, NFL, NHL, MLB, college football, and basketball).
• Enthusiasm and passion for sports.
• Ability to prepare and contribute ideas confidently.
• Professional communication and organization skills.
• Ability to react quickly and remain composed under tight deadlines.
• Self‑starting attitude and team‑oriented work ethic.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a live sports, news, or entertainment environment.
• Proficiency with video editing software (Adobe Premiere, Final Cut, etc.).
• Awareness of ESPN content and platforms.
• Knowledge of media trends (social, digital, linear).
• Leadership experience in a professional, organizational, or extracurricular role.

Required Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Education

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience.