Assignment Desk Editor I
Apply NowApply Later Job ID 10058363 Location Bristol, Connecticut, United States / Los Angeles, California, United States / Town of Bristol, Connecticut, United States Business ESPN Date posted Aug. 04, 2023Job Summary:
The Assignment Desk Editor I participates in strategic editorial and logistical planning of coverage. The role consists of hiring camera crews and arranging feeds and/or transfer of content. Strategizing and organizing movement of IP-based transmission devices for coverage. Coordinating the efforts of freelance and staff producers and associated production/technical personnel to provide video and audio sports/news material for ESPN platforms. Handles all ancillary crew needs, such as parking, credentials, Ethernet, phone lines, and permits. Understands basic rights and clearances issues. Acts as the liaison between the Bureau staff, Shows, Media Operations, and Transmission. Gathers and communicates content for use on ESPN platforms, working with ESPN staff and vendors, social media, affiliates and other networks. Shifts will include nights and weekends.
This position can be based either in Bristol, CT or Los Angeles, CA.
Responsibilities:
- Hires freelance ENG crews
- Possesses depth of knowledge in fiber, satellite, cellular, FTP, and viral newsgathering procedures
- Assigns and coordinates movement of IP-based transmission devices
- Clears social media content for ESPN platforms
- Reacts immediately to breaking news and requests; pursues story-related materials (sound and video) in a timely manner
- Collaborates with ABC NewsOne/ABC affiliates, as well as other networks, on breaking news stories, sharing of information, video and sound
- Gathers and enters transmission information (satellite, fiber) for televised games
- Works well in a team setting, shows initiative and problem-solving skills; takes direction from assignment desk management, coordinating producers, producers and senior editors
- Stays informed and up-to-date on sporting events and has above-average sports knowledge
Basic Qualifications:
- Superior interpersonal and communication skills, with the capacity to handle high-volume email and phone traffic
- Demonstrated initiative and positive, solution-oriented outlook
- Advanced ability to organize and prioritize
- Commitment to accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong knowledge of sports
- Working knowledge of television production and electronic and social media newsgathering
- Working knowledge of Smartsheets and Microsoft Office programs: Outlook, Excel, Word
Preferred Qualifications:
- 1 year of experience in a television-related field
Required Education:
- High School Degree or equivalent required
Preferred Education:
- Bachelor's Degree Preferred
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The hiring range for this position in California is $44,600 - $64,000 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.
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About The Walt Disney Company:
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