ESPN Social Media Intern, Remote, Fall 2024

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About the Role & Program

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 Social Media team blends creativity, sports knowledge, and journalistic instincts to produce industry-leading content seen by millions of sports fans. Collaboration, innovation, effort, and fun are at the core of this team and every day is game day!

What You Will Do

We are looking for an intern to assist with social media coverage across Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, X and Facebook. The ideal candidate is an avid social media user who can thrive in a fast-paced, team environment with a thirst for learning. If selected for this role, the intern will work with teammates to learn and understand the strategy behind posting on ESPN social platforms and will report to a Manager. Responsibilities include:

• Ideating and optimizing posts for Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, X and Facebook

• Discovering trending/viral content (often user-generated) and clearing for posting

• Clipping and editing short video moments and using Photoshop to create graphics for posting across various social media platforms

• Learning to apply news judgment and journalistic standards to the most important stories of the day

• Assisting with compiling social analytics recaps and reports

• Researching new trends and applications of social media to enhance ESPN’s channels

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Elite knowledge of social media, including expertise on Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, X and Facebook

• Strong writing and copyediting skills in addition to creative thinking and solid news judgment

• Elite knowledge of all sports including current athletes, rules and events

• Familiarity with ESPN shows, talent, and digital products

• Experience with both video editing software (Premiere Pro, Final Cut, Avid or After Effects) and photo editing software (Photoshop)

Preferred Qualifications

• Historical knowledge of sports

• Familiarity with the sports media landscape, including knowledge of business trends and technologies

• Demonstrated leadership experience in a professional role, organization or activity

Eligibility Requirements & Program Information

Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:

• Be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR must have graduated from a college/university within 6 …