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Counsel - ESPN

New York, NY

$69.38 - $89.71/hr

The Counsel in ESPN's Legal Department will assist the Deputy Chief Counsel, Assistant Chief Counsel and other attorneys in fulfilling the legal affairs and requirements of the corporation. Areas of ...

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Counsel - ESPN

Bristol, CT

$69.38 - $89.71/hr

The Counsel in ESPN's Legal Department will assist the Deputy Chief Counsel, Assistant Chief Counsel and other attorneys in fulfilling the legal affairs and requirements of the corporation. Areas of ...

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Counsel - ESPN

Bristol, CT · On-site

$151K - $195K/yr

The Counsel in ESPN's Legal Department will assist the Deputy Chief Counsel, Assistant Chief Counsel and other attorneys in fulfilling the legal affairs and requirements of the corporation. Areas of ...

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Counsel - ESPN

Manhattan, NY

$151K - $195K/yr

The Counsel in ESPN's Legal Department will assist the Deputy Chief Counsel, Assistant Chief Counsel and other attorneys in fulfilling the legal affairs and requirements of the corporation. Areas of ...

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Part-time Production Assistant

Manhattan, NY

$22.50 - $30.14/hr

Edits actualities, play-by-play highlights and audio from ESPN and NY local shows across all ESPN platforms. * Will make decisions regarding the most relevant audio cuts for ESPN NY Audio and other ...

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Manager Programming

Bristol, CT

In this role, you will contribute to ESPN's Programming & Acquisitions strategy by designing and managing schedules, supporting rights and partnerships, and using data-driven insights to optimize fan ...

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Associate Editor APP

Bristol, CT

$58K - $79K/yr

Teams program the homepage for ESPN.com and the ESPN App's industry-leading audience, while operating nearly 24/7 including sending hundreds of editorial news alerts daily. A Watch team manages the ...

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Digital Video Producer I (Spanish)

Bristol, CT

$87K - $116K/yr

Become a subject matter expert on all ESPN Digital platforms (ESPN.com, ESPN App, YouTube, social media) and apply that expertise to expand reach, engagement, and distribution of content. * Produce ...

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Director Media Planning

Manhattan, NY

$132K - $178K/yr

The ESPN Media team combines the power of brand building and performance marketing through integrated planning, audience understanding and measurement to drive results. This role is critical in ...

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Bundle Growth Senior Manager

Manhattan, NY

$121K - $162K/yr

ESPN is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Bundle Growth Sr. Manager to oversee and lead NFL bundle and add-on specific marketing efforts. This role is critical in ensuring DTC success for ...

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Crewing Coordinator I

Bristol, CT · Remote

$54K - $72K/yr

The Crewing Coordinator plays an integral part in the execution of our ESPN produced remote events. If you value collaboration and enjoy a fast-paced work environment, this could be the job for you.

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Producer II, Event

Bristol, CT

The Producer II independently leads complex live event productions, drives storytelling and content decisions, manages cross-functional production teams, and ensures broadcasts meet ESPN's editorial ...

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Lead Lighting Specialist

Bristol, CT

$72K - $96K/yr

ESPN's Directing team is looking for their next Lead Lighting Specialist! The Lead Lighting Specialist will help oversee and maintain all production lighting and studio electrical infrastructure.

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Do workers at ESPN get paid breaks?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
67% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.

Does ESPN pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
85% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

At ESPN, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
40% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and February 2026.

Is the health insurance from ESPN affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
86% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and February 2026.

Do people get paid time off at ESPN?

Most people get paid time off work.
100% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and February 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Only some people find out their schedule four weeks ahead of time.
  • 11% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 22% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 22% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 44% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and October 2025.

Do workers at ESPN worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
89% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and October 2025.

Do ESPN workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
42% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and October 2025.

How easy is it for ESPN workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
56% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and October 2025.

How easy is it to get time off at ESPN?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
73% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do ESPN managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
75% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and October 2025.

Do jobs at ESPN spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
30% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and October 2025.

How easy is it to take sick days at ESPN?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
96% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Is working at ESPN good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
67% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and December 2025.

Do people at ESPN feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
85% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do people at ESPN get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
74% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Is it stressful to work at ESPN?

Most people feel stressed out here.
85% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do people at ESPN enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
80% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do people at ESPN recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
64% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at ESPN?

Most people got enough training when they started.
77% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do people get support to advance at ESPN?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 45% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do people think ESPN’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
85% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how ESPN is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
40% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
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Counsel - ESPN

ESPN

New York, NY

$69.38 - $89.71/hr

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

ESPN rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 28 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

22nd of 75 rated media

Job description

The Counsel in ESPN’s Legal Department will assist the Deputy Chief Counsel, Assistant Chief Counsel and other attorneys in fulfilling the legal affairs and requirements of the corporation. Areas of focus can include, but are not limited to, programming acquisitions, production agreements, marketing and promotion, digital (including social) media and platforms, and distribution, as well as legal work related to various aspects of direct-to-consumer offerings. The preferred location for this position is Bristol, CT. Will also consider New York, NY. 

What You Will Do:

  • Maintains current knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws and of industry legal standards and norms; analyzes how these might impact ESPN.
  • Drafts contracts and other legal documents, recommends approval/modification of contracts proposed by outside parties, and negotiates with outside parties. Assists with/supports comparable tasks in other areas outside of core expertise/primary responsibility.
  • Possesses and maintains (including through Department designated continuing legal education) knowledge in specialized legal areas, specifically in connection with (1) content (including audiovisual programming, licensing and production); (2) intellectual property (copyright, trademark, rights of publicity); (3) marketing and promotion; and/or (4) digital (including social) media and platforms.
  • Keeps internal clients fully informed of relevant legal issues and implications of their current operations and proposed actions, and advises them accordingly of risks and legal consequences of alternative actions.
  • Reviews and edits significant policies, letters, work orders and other documents from applicable client departments to ensure that potential legal implications are appropriately addressed.
  • Manages outside counsel in their representation of ESPN on litigation and other legal matters.
  • May directly supervise, on a non-exclusive basis, one or more Paralegal and Legal Assistant colleagues.
  • As requested by the Deputy Chief Counsel and/or Chief Counsel, participates in relevant professional associations, seminars, and conferences.
  • Operates within the context of defined corporate strategies. 
  • Conceives and recommends and, with appropriate approvals, implements enhancements and improvements to established processes and workflows.
  • Translates corporate strategy into mid- and long-term goals and the analysis and evaluation of trends in ESPN’s legal positioning and compliance into recommended corporate actions.
  • Performs such other duties or functions as the Chief Counsel, Deputy Chief Counsel, Assistant Chief Counsel or an attorney reporting to any of them may delegate to them.
  • Conceives and recommends strategies and initiatives to minimize the legal risks of current operations and proposed actions.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

  • At least 2 years of contract law experience, including extensive drafting, in either a transactional or litigation capacity.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with content agreement negotiating (including, by way of example only, audiovisual programming, licensing and production agreements) and intellectual property law (copyright, trademark, rights of publicity)
  • Familiarity with the entertainment, broadcast/cable, Internet, mobile, other digital (including social) media and/or sports businesses
  • Familiarity with audiovisual production legal work, including licensing of audiovisual content and data components
  • Familiarity with marketing matters
  • Experience supervising paralegal/legal support staff

Education:

  • JD or equivalent
  • Admission to Connecticut State Bar or New York State Bar in good standing or willingness and qualification to be Registered In-House Counsel.
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The hiring range for this position in Bristol, CT is $144,300 to $186,600 per year and in New York, NY is $151,200 to $195,500 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.

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