• Remote Production Support Content - Talent…

    ESPN, Inc. (CT)


    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 Talent Statistician/Spotter will have a key role in helping shape the broadcast of a sports event by effectively communicating important statistics and game trends to announcers and graphics producers.

    Responsibilities

    + Research and understand the storylines and statistics of each team.

    + Confirm Starting lineups, officials and any other pregame information needs of the production crew.

    + Help answer questions regarding plays that just happened. For example, in a basketball game: Which player was the foul on? Was the last shot a 2 or 3 point field goal?

    + Identify trends and statistics that help tell the story of the game.

    + Communicate stats and trends to announcers effectively without interrupting or intruding on their flow of the game. Answer any questions the announcers may have.

    + Concisely communicate stats and trends to Graphics Producers over headset. Answer any questions the Graphics Producer may have.

    + When they are available, work with teams’ SID/PR people to get information or questions answered.

    Basic Qualifications:

    + Valid Driver’s License is required.

    + Good knowledge of sports history, rules, procedures, statistics and terminology.

    + Strong communication skills (in person and over headset).

    + Professional demeanor (representing ESPN in public, courtside or in broadcast booth).

    + Experience working with statistics on a sports broadcast (As a Talent/Official Statistician or as a Graphics Producer).

    Preferred Qualifications:

    + Strong math skills.

    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.

    Remote - CT

    **Job ID:** 10125676

    **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.