Production Assistant (Global Sports), ESPN NEXT

Gondola; Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports media organization is seeking a Production Assistant for their Global Sports team in Bristol, Connecticut. In this entry-level role, candidates will support production for live events and digital content while showing enthusiasm for sports and fluency in Spanish. Responsibilities include editing video/audio, contributing ideas, and assisting in live broadcasts. Opportunities for mentorship and promotion are available based on performance. Flexibility in working hours is required.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Spanish, ability to speak and write in English.
• Conversational knowledge of international soccer leagues.
• Enthusiasm and passion for sports.

Responsibilities

• Support production and content creation for all sports.
• Edit video & audio elements for shows/networks.
• Assist with live events by gathering video for broadcasts.
• Coordinate graphics for studio telecasts and remote events.
• Create highlights, teases, opens, and montages for programs.
• Assist with live events by gathering video and sponsorship elements.

Skills

Fluency in Spanish

Professional communication skills

Team-oriented work ethic

Ability to handle tight deadlines

Conversational knowledge of sports

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

Video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere)

Final Cut Pro

Job description

# Production Assistant (Global Sports), ESPN NEXT## •### @espnPosted on 3/24/2026•Full-time## Job Description#### Job Summary:ESPN NEXT is the entry point for aspiring storytellers at ESPN. We hire, train, and develop early-career talent working behind the scenes across studio, live events, digital, social, and emerging platforms. Through structured training, content assignments, and ongoing development, we build a ready pipeline of talent for content roles across ESPN.As part of ESPN NEXT, you’ll join a dynamic team of early-career professionals 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 up for primetime, capturing the game-winner on a holiday, or identifying moments that will go viral on social, you’ll be right in the middle of the action! If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same, this is your chance to be part of the team that brings sports storytelling to life 24/7.***This role will primarily support the ESPN Global Sports/Deportes team and therefore requires fluency in both spoken and written Spanish.**** Full-time Production Assistant role built for someone starting a career in sports media and content creation* Begin your career at ESPN as a Production Assistant with eligibility for promotion to Content Associate. Promotion eligibility 4 times per year – promotions based on performance* Produce content for countless ESPN live events, shows, and platforms* Paired with a mentor to get you acclimated to ESPN* Opportunity to enhance career through development offerings.* Eligible to apply to the NEXT Accelerator, which identifies and elevates top-performing talent through individualized coaching, mentorship, and content opportunities.**Responsibilities could include: \*(*prior to any functions listed below, in-depth training is provided)**** Support production and content creation for domestic and global properties for all sports.* Consistently share creative and innovative ideas to contribute to ESPN’s multi-platform storytelling.* Edit video & audio elements and research content for a variety of shows/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 variety of elements: highlights, teases, opens, and montages for shows, live events and digital platforms.* Assist with live events by gathering video and sponsorship elements for broadcasts.**Qualifications:*** **Will work nights, mornings, weekends, and holidays*** **Fluency in Spanish, with the ability to speak and write in both English and Spanish*** Conversational knowledge of multiple major sports, with a focus on international soccer leagues.* Conversational knowledge of multiple sports, especially sports heavily covered by ESPN (i.e. NBA/WNBA, NFL, NHL, MLB, College Football and Basketball)* Enthusiasm and passion for sports* Ability to comfortably prepare and contribute ideas* Must possess professional communication and organization skills* React quickly and positively while staying composed under tight deadlines in fast-paced, high-pressure environments* Self-starting attitude and team-oriented work ethic**Preferred Qualifications:*** Experience within a live sports, news, or entertainment environment* Experience with video editing software (i.e. Adobe Premiere, Final Cut etc.)* Awareness of ESPN content (i.e. platforms, shows, events, etc.)* Awareness of media trends (i.e. social, digital, linear, etc.)* Leadership experience in a professional role, organization, or extra-curricular endeavor**Required Education:*** High School Diploma or equivalent**Preferred Education:*** Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience**Additional Information:** Will work nights, mornings, weekends, and holidays#ESPNMediaLocationOn-siteBristol, ConnecticutPayPay not disclosed