Production Assistant, 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, ESPN NEXT Req ID:
10143439 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. 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 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, Paterson , Production Assistant, ESPN NEXT, Design, Graphic Design & CAD , Bristol, New Jersey
