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ESPN Production Intern, Charlotte, Spring 2025
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10101903 Location Charlotte, North Carolina, United States Business ESPN Date posted Oct. 04, 2024Job Summary:
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 Charlotte Production team produces content for ESPN’s family of networks which includes live events and studio shows that fans can watch on ESPNU and SEC Network. The approximate dates of this internship are January 2025 to May 2025.
What You Will Do
As an intern on the team, you will collaborate with video editors to produce high-level show content, observe departments outside of production and attend event opportunities. You will report to a Producer, contributing to the team by:
Screening, logging, transcribing and clipping footage for events, organizing head shots, element and melt reels
Creating shot sheets and cue sheets for assigned highlights, logging and archiving video and associated data for future use
Cutting show elements, such as video b-roll, highlights, teases, selecting material for bumps and roll-outs and suggesting creative content during production meetings
Screening videotapes and/or servers and conducting research in the media asset management system to obtain material for the preparation of production elements
Providing timely, accurate and complete delivery of multimedia elements and publishes to various platforms
Performing crew functions as needed during productions
Required Qualifications & Skills
Experience in sports media, preferably in television production, or involvement with collegiate TV station
Elite knowledge of sports, including current athletes, rules and events
Familiarity with server-based media and/or non-linear editing equipment including but not limited to Final Cut Pro and Quantel
High level of familiarity with ESPN programming, platforms and studio
Preferred Qualifications
Historical knowledge of US sports
Experience with editing, screening, logging and/or archiving video
Familiarity with sports business trends and technologies
Demonstrated leadership experience in a professional role, organization or activity
Education
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
Major or previous coursework in Journalism, Broadcast, Sports Media or related major preferred
Eligibility Requirements & Program Information
Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:
Be at least 18 years of age
Have not completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program
Possess unrestricted work authorization
Additional Information
The approximate dates of this internship are January through May 2025
Able to work days, nights and weekends for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each week
Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship program in the Charlotte, NC area
A limited amount of housing assistance may be provided for those who qualify
Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work
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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.