Recurring – Remote Production Support – Production Coordinator

Job ID 10132185 Location Connecticut, United States / Remote, United States Business ESPN

Job Summary:

Working at ESPN is unlike anything else. We’re constantly innovating how fans engage with sports—wherever they are and however they connect. With cutting-edge technology, bold ideas, and world-class talent, every day at ESPN is an opportunity to create something extraordinary.

We’re currently seeking a Remote Production Support – Production Coordinator to join our dynamic team. This role plays a critical part in the success of our on-site productions, supporting logistics and coordinating elements across a portfolio of shows and sports properties. As a key liaison between multiple departments and crews, you’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment where communication, organization, and teamwork are essential.

This is a remote-based position with no corporate office location.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Operations Department to support on-site logistics for remote events.
• Assist in the planning and execution of production elements using creative, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Manage and distribute production materials, including sales, graphics, and promotional content.
• Serve as the primary liaison between assigned sport/show categories and internal departments, external partners, and vendors.
• Provide support to production staff and talent, including Producers, Directors, Graphics/Playback Producers, Associate Directors, and Production Assistants.
• Offer objective performance feedback to team members.
• Oversee and coordinate runner, make-up, and transportation schedules at events.
• Organize team meetings and facilitate communication across sport/show units.
• Interface with alternate ESPN platforms to align production strategies.
• Maintain and distribute up-to-date production documentation.

Basic Qualifications:

• Possesses a 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).
• A minimum of 2 years of production and/or operations experience.
• Willingness to travel and work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Valid driver’s license required.

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.

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.

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