Production Assistant (Global Sports), ESPN NEXT
Company: The Walt Disney Company
Location: Bristol
Posted on: April 3, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Posting Title: Production Assistant (Global Sports), ESPN
NEXT Req ID: 10143440 Job Description: 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. What is ESPN NEXT? 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 ESPNMedia Job Posting Segment: ESPN Global Sports & Talent
Office Job Posting Primary Business: ESPN Next Primary Job Posting
Category: PA Rotational Program - Sports Employment Type: Full time
Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code: Bristol, CT, USA
Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code: Date Posted:
2026-03-04
Keywords: The Walt Disney Company, New Britain , Production Assistant (Global Sports), ESPN NEXT, Design, Graphic Design & CAD , Bristol, Connecticut
