Production Assistant

The Production Assistant position is responsible for supporting the production needs of all Producers, Associate Producers and Editors in the ESPN Marketing Grande & Leonard internal creative production group. In addition, as needed, the candidate is expected to interface and support other internal or external partners for the successful completion of assigned projects.

• Supports all Producers during every phase of their production
• Researches & clips videos using Esearch, Volicon or specialty shot footage
• Performs some light editing on our internal Adobe Premiere system to prepare clips, presentations, and content for internal/external clients
• Helps Producers traffic materials and schedule edit sessions with external editing facilities
• Assists Producers with file transfers and approval links for completed work
• Ensures the internal storage of all completed spots are systematically catalogued
• Communicates closely with Brand & Sales teams and Media Operations to ensure that assignments are accurate and delivered on time
• Coordinates materials requests for all other internal or external clients
• Provides support to other functions, departments, and coworkers where needed

• Minimum of 1 year in the television/film production business, preferably at a network or production facility
• Basic knowledge of editing software, digital media formats and the methods of television production
• Some experience with video cameras, lighting, audio or other production equipment
• Basic knowledge of production server environment
• Interest and knowledge of sports, both professional and collegiate
• Interest in the creative aspects of advertising and film/television
• Collaborative, team-oriented and comfortable in a group atmosphere

• Experience with Adobe Premiere, After Effects, Illustrator, and Photoshop editing and graphics software
• Knowledge and understanding of the ESPN Brand and the sports television industry
• Knowledge and passion for hockey/NHL strongly preferred
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in