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The Synergy, Strategy & Solutions Manager will report to the Senior Director, Synergy Strategy & Solutions and will be responsible for supporting team members with a variety of projects to help maximize partnership and promotional opportunities for the company. Specifically, the candidate is a self-starter who has a passion for the intersection of sports, entertainment, news, and pop culture with an emphasis on TWDC brands and I/P. The Manager should have a strong background in communications, strategic planning, marketing, and project management.

**Responsibilities** :

+ Manages relationships between ESPN and all synergy partners across The Walt Disney Company (TWDC) including ABC Entertainment, ABC News, Disney Media and Entertainment Distribution, Disney+, Hulu, Freeform, Disney Parks, LucasFilm, Marvel, National Geographic Partners, FX Networks, ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, and more.

+ Partners with ESPN Marketing, Programming, Production, PR, Social and other departments working to identify and maximize partnership opportunities in support of TWDC initiatives.

+ Supports in the management and planning of the budget.

+ Collaborates with Vice President and Sr. Director for all short- and long-range planning.

+ Manages multiple projects on behalf of ESPN and TWDC simultaneously.

+ Establish a regular process of coordination with the Talent Production Office to improve success in talent bookings and increase synergy between daily television and other content units across ESPN.

+ Will have a keen sense of who is being booked for ESPN shows along with GMA, The View, and how we can work more efficiently within 7 Hudson.

+ Understands the difference in shows/platforms across the networks to suggest appropriate and timely guests.

+ Works closely with Production counterparts to suggest alternative options for guests for requests that are feasible/realistic.

**Required Qualifications** :

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word and Google sheets, slides, and docs. Knowledge of AirTable a plus.

+ Digital maven, particularly skilled at understanding the nuances between social media platforms and how to effectively leverage each.

+ Exceptional communication skills, both written and interpersonal, expressing ideas, thoughts, and facts in a clear, convincing, and organized way.

+ Highly organized and able to work independently on projects – attention to detail is imperative.

+ Self-starter with strong initiative and problem-solving skills – the candidate must demonstrate good judgement and be able to think on their toes.

+ Ability to effectively handle a large quantity of projects and tasks simultaneously under deadlines, deal effectively with press, and complete tasks with minimal direction or instruction.

+ Creative thinker who enjoys bringing brands together in unique and unexpected ways.

**Preferred Qualifications** :

+ Minimum of 5 years of related work experience.

+ Excellent communication and relationship building skills.

+ Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

+ Candidate should have a healthy obsession with popular culture and the role sports plays in it.

+ Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively across multiple departments and disciplines in a fast-paced environment and highly matrixed company.

+ Guest/talent booking experience.

+ Disney and/or ESPN experience/interest or sports/entertainment experience preferred.

+ SAP proficiency.

+ Willingness to travel as needed.

+ Flexible and adaptable work schedule for changing business demands.

Required Education:

+ Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, communications, or related field

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The hiring range for this position in New York, NY is $96,200 to $132,200 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

**Job ID:** 10129648

**Location:** New York,New York

**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.