Bureau Producer I

Job Posting Title: Bureau Producer I Req ID: 10156771 Job Description: This position works closely with reporters and talent in the field to produce accurate and compelling video content for ESPN’s linear and digital platforms. Uses technical expertise and creativity to deliver expanded shoots, split shows, or full shows without traditional crew support. Responsibilities: Works with reporters and talent in the field to produce accurate and compelling video content that meets or exceeds ESPN’s editorial standards. Communicates clearly and effectively with camera crews and other support positions to ensure that everyone in the field is working toward the same goal. Proactively pitches ideas, news angles, writes and edits scripts, formulates questions for anchors in collaboration with show coordinating producers and segment producers. Partners with our assignment desk and digital/social teams to deliver content to all platforms across ESPN’s networks and digital properties. Embraces new technology in order to enhance storytelling or improve efficiency. Displays strong news judgement and sports knowledge and understands how to frame a story so that it engages the largest possible audience. Builds strong relationships with leaders across ESPN’s platforms to understand unique show and platform needs. Displays the ability to ably navigate the changing dynamic of show production, including overseeing split shows and/or serving as the point person on a multi-camera shoot. Presents coverage ideas and plans in a timely fashion to be available for show planning meetings Participates in relevant planning meetings and conference calls to create coverage plans. Coordinates with assigned reporters in researching, preparing, and reporting on news and feature elements. Creates or participates in producing on-air news and features, including communicating with reporters, assignment editors, and news editors on both content and logistic details. When working with a hired crew, coordinates the scheduling of field production crews assigned to producing specific features and stories. Reviews and approves all scripts that are submitted from the field. Interacts with news sources, athletes, leagues and conference representatives and other news makers to gather information and insight for news stories. Participates in resolving issues with technical staff and related production issues. Provides feedback to management and coaching to support the growth and development of fellow producers and reporters. Basic Qualifications: A minimum of 7 years of progressively complex related studio or related production experience Has strong production skills related to sporting events Has exceptional news judgement Fluent in social media and popular culture Has an established knowledge of sports and sports history Detailed technical knowledge required, must have knowledge of what “works” on television and what is realistic to accomplish in time allotted for show production Strong organizational and communication skills Specific knowledge of television production techniques used in a digital control room Had working mastery of real-time sports news productions processes Commitment to learning new technologies and sharing that information to help the group benefit with new coverage plans Required Education : High School diploma or equivalent Preferred Education : Bachelor’s degree #ESPNMedia The hiring range for this remote position is $107,300 to $174,300 per year, which factors in various geographic regions. 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: Sports News & Coverage Job Posting Primary Business: Digital Editorial, UCG, Fantasy & Betting Primary Job Posting Category: News Producing Employment Type: Full time Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code: Remote Worker Location, USA Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code: Date Posted: 2026-07-27