Resource Coordinator I

The Walt Disney Company; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus and/or long-term incentive units

Medical and other benefits

Job summary

The Walt Disney Company, through ESPN Productions, is hiring a Resource Coordinator I in Charlotte, NC to support the Content Operations Team in a fast-paced live production setting. You will help maintain personnel and facility schedules, coordinate updates, and ensure full coverage for shows and networks.

You will work with a team to handle schedule changes, communicate updates clearly, and provide administrative and reporting support on planning initiatives as directed by management.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of operations, resource planning, or scheduling experience.
• Need to work effectively under tight deadlines and in collaborative teams.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong communication, organization, and planning skills.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Willingness to adapt to a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update daily and monthly personnel and facility schedules for Content Operations groups, ensuring coverage in a live production environment.
• Implement changes from Programming or Production and adjust staffing as needed; communicate updates to affected groups.
• Evaluate and propose staffing options for events to cover illnesses, vacations, or absences.
• Demonstrate knowledge of ESPN/ABC programming and scheduling procedures.
• May participate in special event coverage or projects.

Skills

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Education

High School Diploma

College Degree in Communications, Business Administration, Sports Management, Resource Management, Supply Chain, Project Management or related field

Tools

Xytech

Smartsheets

Job description

Resource Coordinator I

Job ID 10157002 Location Charlotte, North Carolina, United States Business ESPN Date postedAug. 10, 2026

Job Summary:

Help bring ESPN's biggest moments to life by supporting the teams behind the scenes. The Resource Coordinator supports the day-to-day planning and scheduling functions of the Content Operations Team in a fast-paced, constantly changing live production environment.Working as part of a coordinated team, this role focuses on maintaining and adjusting personnel and facility schedules for ESPN shows and networks; communicating updates clearly and quickly to internal partners and external stakeholders; and ensuring coverage across a 24/7 operation. The Resource Coordinator also provides administrative and reporting support on planning initiatives and other assignments as directed by management.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and update daily and monthly personnel and facility schedules for Content Operations groups, working within established guidelines and programming requirements. Respond quickly to schedule changes, staffing adjustments, and last-minute requests to ensure all shows and network functions remain fully covered in a dynamic, live production environment.
• Monitor and implement changes issued by Programming or Production and consult with management to adjust staffing needs as necessary. Communicate staffing and Program changes to affected groups or individuals.
• Evaluate and recommend staffing options for events and to compensate for illness, vacations or other absences.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of ESPN and ABC programming and of the specific jobs that fall within assigned scheduling responsibilities, plus fundamental knowledge of ESPN’s and ABC’s production scheduling procedures and systems.
• May participate in special event coverage or projects as necessary.

Basic Qualifications:

• A minimum of 1 year of operations, resource planning, or scheduling experience; relevant internships, academic projects, or coursework in operations, media production, or related fields will also be considered.
• Must demonstrate ability to perform tasks under tight deadlines, work independently and collaboratively to complete simultaneous projects.
• Strong computer experience with a proficiency in productivity applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Solid communication, organization and planning skills.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Flexibility to alter shifts/days off to accommodate projects and departmental objectives.
• Must be willing and able to adapt to a constantly changing environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Xytech, and Smartsheets.

Required Education:

• High School Diploma

Preferred Education:

• College Degree in Communications, Business Administration, Sports Management, Resource Management, Supply Chain, Project Management or related field.

The hiring range for this position in Charlotte, NC is $51,500 to $68,900 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

• A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package
• in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered

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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