Job Posting Title:
Supervising Video Editor
Req ID:
10142846
Job Description:
ESPN Creative Studio is a unit within the Content division of ESPN. Our staff comprises of Motion Graphics, Edit, Visual Storytelling, Production Enhancements and Innovations, Creative Operations, and the Music group. PositionswithinCreative Studioinclude;VideoEditors, PostEditors,ProducerEditors, Sound Design,GraphicDesigners, ProjectManagersandArtDirectors,etc.We are the go-to destination to conceptualize, develop, and execute content creation across all domestic and international ESPN distributionplatforms.
The Supervising Video Editor is primarily a people leader who is responsible for managing day-to-day editorial operations and supervisingvideo editors. Duties include; supervision of a particular area/workflow and personnel; assigning work; scheduling hours; reviewing work; providing constructive feedback, developing personnel; performance management; project coordination; and development and implementation of departmental and company policies; provide significant input in employment actions (hirings, separations, promotions etc.). The Supervising Video Editor should also have the ability to edit at a mastery level across a wide range of assignments and platforms.
Responsibilities:
- Supervise direct reports and setdailypriorities.
- Provide coaching, mentorship, and performance evaluations.
- Significant input in hiring, firing, and other employment actions.
- Foster an inclusive and collaborative culture supporting creative growth.
- Coordinate with Production and client teams for resource planning.
- Oversee editing workflows and ensure operational efficiency.
- Maintainknowledge of evolving creative technologies.
- Support training programs and uphold departmental standards.
- Edit at a mastery level across a wide range of assignments and platforms.
Qualifications:
- A minimum of 9 years of editing on a non-linear system.
- Ability to lead/mentor/coach/train staff a must.
- Ability to perform tasks under tight deadlines is critical.
- Must have good computer background (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc...)
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to work on site: nights; weekends; and holidays.
- Flexibility to alter shifts/days off to accommodate projects and departmental objectives.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Minimum 9 years of non-linear editing experience.
- Experience mentoring training creative staff.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to meet tight deadlines.
- Proficiencywith Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.
- Ability to worknights, weekends, holidays.
- Flexibility to alter shifts/days offto accommodate projects and departmentalobjectives.
Required Education:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
Preferred Education:
- Bachelor's Degreein Communications, Studio Production, Journalism, or related field
- Vocational School or related experience
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The hiring range for this position in Bristol, CT is $102,500 to $140,900 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 Posting Segment:
ESPN Creative Studio
Job Posting Primary Business:
Edit, Animation, Graphics Innovation Playout & Creative Prod
Primary Job Posting Category:
Video Editing
Employment Type:
Full time
Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Bristol, CT, USA
Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2026-04-03