Supervising Video Editor

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. Positions within Creative Studio include; VideoEditors, PostEditors, ProducerEditors, Sound Design, GraphicDesigners, ProjectManagers and ArtDirectors, etc. We are the go-to destination to conceptualize, develop, and execute content creation across all domestic and international ESPN distribution platforms.

The Supervising Video Editor is primarily a people leader who is responsible for managing day-to-day editorial operations and supervising video 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.

• Supervise direct reports and set daily priorities.
• 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.
• Maintain knowledge of evolving creative technologies.
• Support training programs and uphold departmental standards.
• Edit at a mastery level across a wide range of assignments and platforms.

• 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.

• Minimum 9 years of non-linear editing experience.
• Experience mentoring training creative staff.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Proficiency with Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays.
• Flexibility to alter shifts/days offto accommodate projects and departmental objectives.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

• Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Studio Production, Journalism, or related field
• Vocational School or related experience

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