Recurring-Remote Production Support - Production Coordinator

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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. When you have the latest technology, game-changing ideas and world-class talent on your team, every day is extraordinary.

The Remote Production Support – Production Coordinator assists the day-to-day operation of on-site productions, supporting logistics and elements for a group of assigned shows or sport properties. This person is the cohesive liaison between many departments and crews. Organization and communicating effectively in a fast-paced setting, while fostering a team environment is key for this position. This role is remote based without a corporate office location.

Responsibilities

• Works in conjunction with Operations Department to assist with on-site logistics at Remote Events.
• Applies basic creative, analytical and organizational skills to assist various areas of assigned productions.
• Organizes and distributes show production elements and materials (i.e. Sales, graphics and promotional information).
• Acts as liaison for assigned sport/show categories between Production, other ESPN departments and outside entities.
• Supports staff and remote Talent, Producers, Directors, Graphics/Playback Producers, Associate Directors, Associate Producers, Content Associates and Production Assistants on the systematic processes of assigned sport/show unit.
• Provides objective feedback on performance to personnel.
• Oversight and management of runner, make-up and transportation schedules on site at events/games.
• Assist in organizing team meetings for assigned sport/show units.
• Liaison to various internal ESPN departments and external entities on planning aspects of productions.
• Interface with alternate ESPN platforms to convey production strategies and approaches.
• Responsible for updating and distributing production information related to assigned sport/show units.
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• Possesses basic understanding of the production of remote events.
• Has knowledge of the operational and logistical aspects of production planning.
• Has basic experience in various aspects of production management (i.e., creating, maintaining and distributing production information, travel management, production personnel scheduling/staffing).
• Must possess strong communication skills (i.e. clear and concise in all forms of communication, ability to handle high-volume email and phone traffic as well as in-person interactions).
• Must possess strong organizational skills (i.e. budgeting time and prioritizing workload, accuracy and attention to detail in all tasks, ability to implement systematic processes and organize information flow).
• Demonstrates ability to take initiative; suggests ideas and solutions to problems that arise or before they occur.
• Must understand the value of synergy in a dynamic organization.
• Has demonstrated ability to react quickly and positively under a wide variety of sensitive production situations that arise and are subject to continual change.
• Has advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (i.e. Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Typically, incumbent has a minimum of 2 years of production and/or operations experience.
• Travel required.
• Valid Driver’s License is required.
• Must be able to work night, weekends, and holidays.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Financial management experience.
• Prior project management experience.
  
  

Required Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
  
  

Preferred Education

• Bachelor's Degree
  
  

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The pay rate for this remote role is $22.00 to $88.50 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits. Working at DISNEY | Jobs and Careers at DISNEY Synonymous with quality entertainment and cutting-edge technology, The Walt Disney Company impacts a global audience every day. View all jobs.

Job ID: 10125696

Location: ,Connecticut

Job Posting Company: ESPN

ESPN Productions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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