Production Assistant (Global Sports), ESPN NEXT

# Production Assistant (Global Sports), ESPN NEXT## •### @espnPosted on 3/24/2026•Full-time## Job Description#### Job Summary: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.**** 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
etworks.* 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#ESPNMediaLocationOn-siteBristol, ConnecticutPayPay not disclosed
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