<p>Job Summary:</p> <p>ESPN is seeking a Social Media Specialist I to work in a role that involves ideating, producing and distributing social content across more than 20 brand accounts and multiple social platforms. The ideal candidate thrives in a team environment and an has a desire to continuously test and learn in an ever-evolving industry. This candidate will report to a Sr. Social Media Specialist or Social Media Manager.</p> <p>A solid passion and understanding of Soccer is highly preferred, however the incumbent will work across multiple sports verticals.</p> <p>Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Performs a wide variety of tasks to shape, create, and distribute content for fans across all ESPN brands on TikTok, Instagram, X, Snap, and Facebook </li><li>Discovers User Generated Content resonates with ESPN Social's audience and brand </li><li>Follows ESPN Social standards of practice, including an adherence to reporting guidelines </li><li>Supports colleagues in "backreading" content: catching mistakes and optimizing for each platform </li><li>Utilizes social data to inform content decisions to increase engagement </li><li>On occasion and with supervision, the Social Specialist I will co-lead brainstorming and planning social content for lower-tier events (ex: a player reaching a career milestone, HOF induction etc.) </li><li>Recognizes that sports happen on nights and weekends; such shifts will be regular and required </li></ul> <p>Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Minimum of 1 years' experience in social media or a closely related field </li><li>Fundamental content creation skills in social media ideation, copy and video/photo editing </li><li>Sound knowledge that spans the sports landscape, including current athletes, rules, and storylines across multiple leagues. </li><li>Must be comfortable quick-turning content when news and live game action are occurring simultaneously </li><li>Strong understanding of internet culture and the role it plays in sports </li><li>Demonstrated communication and organizational skills </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Demonstrated news judgement </li><li>Experience using video editing software (e.g. Final Cut, Premiere) </li><li>Experience using photo editing software (e.g. Photoshop, InDesign) </li><li>Reaching young fans (high school and below), women fans and casual, less-avid sports fans is a priority. Knowledge and experience in creating sports content as it intersects with topics like gaming, fashion and pop culture for these audiences is a plus. </li></ul> <p>Required Education:</p> <ul> <li>High school diploma or equivalent </li></ul> <p>Preferred Education:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Journalism, Communications, Media or related field </li></ul> <p>#ESPNMedia</p>