The Walt Disney Company · 13 hours ago
Production Assistant
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$47K/yr - $63K/yr
1+ years expThe Walt Disney Company is a leading entertainment company, and they are seeking a Production Assistant to support the production needs of their ESPN Marketing internal creative production group. The role involves assisting Producers and Editors in various production tasks, ensuring timely delivery of materials, and coordinating with internal and external partners.
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Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
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
High School diploma, or equivalent
Preferred
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 a highly pressurized environment
Willingness and ability to work days, night, weekends and holidays
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Design, Creative or a related field
Benefits
Medical
Financial
Other benefits
Company
The Walt Disney Company
The Walt Disney Company started as a cartoon studio and evolves into sports coverage and television shows.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (83)
2024 (63)
2023 (96)
2022 (130)
2021 (30)
2020 (40)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$11BKey Investors
Citibank
2020-04-13Post Ipo Debt· $5B
2020-03-20Post Ipo Debt· $6B
1978-01-06IPO
Leadership Team
Christine M. McCarthy
Senior Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Jamie Power
SVP, Addressable Sales
Recent News
2026-01-20
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