About the Role & Program
Ever wonder what it's like to work for a leading sports entertainment brand? 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. We have the latest technology, innovative ideas and world-class talent on our team, and every day is extraordinary.
The ESPN YouTube Team oversees the daily creation and curation of video content for ESPN-branded social channels. They produce videos, write headlines and evaluate stories and videos for accuracy, fairness and social/viral potential.
What You Will Do
Interns will assist in tracking performance metrics and video analytics on ESPN platforms, enhancing the distribution model on all channels. You must have a commanding knowledge of Search Engine Optimization, be organized, and be able to recognize unique and compelling content that will thrive in mobile/social environments. As an intern, you will develop an awareness of the operations of multiple ESPN units in order to collaborate successfully in identifying and/or developing up-to-the-minute video content optimized for multiple platforms and user needs. Interns will report to the Sr. Director, Digital Video, Social Content contributing to the team by:
Participating with teams internally and externally in the creation and distribution of content that best activates new audiences
Comfortable navigating Digital Social Platforms and apply that expertise to expand reach, engagement, and distribution of content
Analyzing usage and performance metrics that can lead to content enhancements and improvements
Maintaining proficiency and knowledge in latest trends and best practices for video distribution on YouTube channels and ESPN Platforms
Producing, creating and editing videos. This will include headline writing, tagging and managing an overall style and voice, and working with subject matter experts for specific content types
Required Qualifications & Skills
1-2 years working in a media environment, creating and managing content and publishing to live streams
Strong base of current sports knowledge, including teams, players and storylines and appreciation of news and story play
Excellent headline writing skills and an understanding of optimal tactics for content distribution
Ability to create and tell stories in a fast-paced, highly competitive environment and juggle multiple varied tasks during a typical work day
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Available to work evening and weekend shifts
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with a variety of digital content management systems
Understands and follows the latest social media trends
Non-linear editing skills (Quantel, Final Cut, Avid, Premiere, After Effects, WSC, etc.)
Experience in editing content, specific to the needs of multiple social media platforms
Has a good appreciation of pop culture, understands how sports fans are consuming content on mobile devices and assists with understanding the tastes of ESPN users
Education
Journalism, Communications, Media or related majors
Eligibility Requirements & Program Information
Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:
Be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 months at time of application posting OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Professional Internship
Be at least 18 years of age
Possess unrestricted work authorization
Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program
Additional Information
Program Dates: The fall season will run September 23rd through December 13, 2024. Interns will work 40 hours per week throughout the internship and must be fully available. Some flexibility may be provided due to academic schedule.
Work Environment: This position is remote and can be located throughout the United States utilizing a dedicated home office that includes reliable internet and phone service.
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The pay rate for this remote internship is $21.70 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits
