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An American multinational sports media ESPN Inc. is owned by Disney Media Networks, under a division of The Walt Disney Company (80 percent share), with Hearst Communications (20 percent) as an equity stakeholder. The company network was initiated in 1979 under the name Entertainment and Sports Programming Network and later rebranded as ESPN in 1985. This sport superstar is the well-recognized cable sports broadcaster, serving nearly 100 million viewers monthly in US through its stable range of channels: ESPN, ESPN2, and ESPN Classic. ESPN around the clock networks carry a huge variety of live sporting events, as well as programs dedicated to news and analysis. In addition to this, this media company also develops original TV as well as radio programming and lends content for ESPN.com, one of the most popular sports sites on the Internet. ESPN has been increasing its coverage of other sports leagues, including Major League Lacrosse and Major League Soccer and has been expanding its reach into the international sports area to another 200 countries.

Subsidiary
$500M to $1B
Large
Multiple locations
Radio Broadcasting Companies, TV Broadcasting Companies
1979
John Skipper

Departments

What departments ESPN employees work at?
DepartmentsRatio
other occupation36.8%
Media & Communications29.4%
Entertainment & Sports14.3%
Computer / IT9.7%
Management - Other6.9%
General and Operations Managers2.9%

Team

Professional experience

Professional Growth

How many years of experience do ESPN employees have before joining?
Years of experience at ESPN: Newcomers: 35%, Experiencers: 22%, Experts: 19%, Veterans: 24%. ESPN employees have less than 3 years experience on average before joining.

Professional Growth

Where did ESPN employees work before joining?
Where they've worked before ESPN: Big Ten Network, FOX Sports, Major League Baseball. Typical ESPN employees have worked at Big Ten Network.
Big Ten Network
FOX Sports
Major League Baseball

Professional Growth

What industries did ESPN employees work in previously?
Industry Background: The most typical industries of ESPN: TV Broadcasting Companies, Radio Broadcasting Companies, Newspaper Publishers, Colleges / Universities, Telecommunications Companies. ESPN employees most likely come from a TV Broadcasting Companies industry background.

Professional Growth

Where did ESPN employees work before joining?
Past employers' size at ESPN: Small: 45%, Medium: 15%, Large: 40%. Most ESPN employees have previously worked at small companies.

Educational background

Educational background

What did employees at ESPN study?

Top educational institutions

Where did employees at ESPN study?
Central Connecticut State University
Penn State University

Employee data

Professional Growth

How long do people stay in a role at ESPN?
Time employed at ESPN: <1: 8%, 1-3: 22%, 4-8: 36%, 9-13: 17%, 14-20: 11%, 20+: 6%. Most ESPN employees stay with the company for 4-8 years which is the same as the industry average.

Culture & Values

How does ESPN rank for age & gender diversity?
Gender ratio at ESPN: 71.2% Male and 28.8% Female. Age ratio at ESPN: 16-20: 0%, 21-30: 44%, 31-40: 32%, 41-50: 16%, 51-60: 6%, 60+: 2%. ESPN rates - 11.2% less female than the industry average. Most ESPN employees are 21-30, which is below the industry median age range.

Career advancement

Professional Growth

How does ESPN rank for career advancement?
Career advancement at ESPN: high. ESPN ranks high for career advancement which is above the industry average.

Professional Growth

What companies do ESPN employees go on to work at?
Future employers of ESPN: CBS Corporation, FOX Sports, Golf Channel, NBC Sports, NBCUniversal. People who work at ESPN most typically go on to work for the CBS Corporation.
CBS Corporation
FOX Sports
Golf Channel
NBC Sports
NBCUniversal

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Associate Editor - ESPNDeportes.com
Bristol, CT
$55K-$67K / yr. (est.)
The Associate Editor will be primarily responsible for editing and maintenance of ESPNDeportes.com's content feeds, mainly including interior content landing pages. On a daily basis, this person will assess content from a variety of sources (including wire...
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Senior Designer
Bristol, CT
$68K-$126K / yr.
ESPN, Inc. Senior Designer Bristol , Connecticut Apply Now This Senior Designer position will contribute towards the design and execution of various projects, primarily for ESPN’s primetime events and studio show design campaigns across multiple platforms...
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Lead Marketing Editor
Bristol, CT
$62K-$76K / yr. (est.)
ESPN, Inc. Lead Marketing Editor Bristol , Connecticut Apply Now The Lead Marketing Editor will employ an expert level of craft edit skills and knowledge to assemble and create content using non-linear editing software in a post production environment...
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Associate Producer I
Bristol, CT
$46K-$57K / yr. (est.)
Responsibilities: Works closely with Show Producers & CCU Leadership to create and execute Creative content to enhance the presentation of our highest priority broadcasts. Operates seamlessly with a range of production & technical personnel, including but...
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Director II
Bristol, CT
$109K-$205K / yr.
ESPN, Inc. Director II Bristol , Connecticut Apply Now The Event Director II will be responsible for line-directing live productions in-house (REMI) and on-remote, including some of ESPN’s most complex and highest profile sporting events. During live event...
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Director I
Bristol, CT
$93K-$114K / yr. (est.)
ESPN, Inc. Director I Bristol , Connecticut Apply Now The Director I is responsible for the planning and line-directing live and taped Studio, Remote and REMI productions, in both conventional and automated control rooms. The Director I will be required to...
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Recurring Remote Director
Bristol, CT
about $90K / yr.
ESPN, Inc. Recurring Remote Director Bristol , Connecticut Apply Now The Remote Director will be responsible for line-directing the on-air productions of live, remote sporting events. He/she will work with college and university sport production...
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Associate Director I
Bristol, CT
$63K-$77K / yr. (est.)
ESPN, Inc. Associate Director I Bristol , Connecticut Apply Now The Associate Director I position will operate under the supervision of the Director to support the direction of live Studio, Remote, and REMI productions by assisting with the execution and...
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Lead Animator
Bristol, CT
$68K-$107K / yr.
The Lead Animator role at ESPN is responsible for translating assignment details and creative direction into visually compelling solutions through the creation of template and custom animations for short turn-around and long-range projects. Individuals...
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Part-Time Production Assistant, Radio
Bristol, CT
$34K-$42K / yr. (est.)
The Part-time Production Assistant will mainly work in screening and operating the audio board with the opportunity to assist with and support the radio production of assigned talk shows, podcasts and/or remote sports events. **Responsibilities:** + Works...
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Digital Video Content Associate
Bristol, CT
$49K-$60K / yr. (est.)
Digital Video Content Associate is tasked with the production and editing of trending video content on ESPN-branded digital channels both domestically and globally. This role will work within the Digital Video newsroom creating content and completing daily...
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Events Coordinator
Boca Raton, FL
$43K-$53K / yr. (est.)
**Position Summary:** At the direction of the Executive Director of the Boca Raton Bowl, the Events Coordinator will be responsible for oversight of various aspects of the Boca Raton Bowl and ancillary bowl events as assigned. Functions will include, but...
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Part Time Security Associate; CT
Bristol, CT
$35K-$43K / yr. (est.)
Departmental Summary: The Global Security & Safety department is responsible for ensuring the safety, security and well-being of all ESPN human resources, guests and assets. In addition, the department provides security and safety services for all ESPN...
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Principal Counsel - ESPN
Bristol, CT
$206K-$266K / yr.
**Principal Counsel - ESPN** ESPN is seeking a seasoned attorney for the role of Principal Counsel. This position will report to the Deputy Chief Counsel and will assist and support the Deputy Chief Counsel(s) and Chief Counsel in fulfilling the legal...
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Sr. Publicist College Sports
Bristol, CT
$56K-$68K / yr. (est.)
This role is responsible for executing and supporting communications and publicity efforts for the ACC Network and ESPNs College Sports properties, including baseball, lacrosse and wrestling. The role provides PR support for the full portfolio of ACC...
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Manager, Design & Delivery
Bristol, CT
$123K-$165K / yr.
The Manager, Design and Delivery will be located on the owned Bristol, CT campus, home to ESPN. The Walt Disney Company owns the 123-acre campus that serves as ESPN headquarters comprised of approximately 20 buildings totaling more than 1.2M SF of office...
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Recurring Digital Video Content Associate
Bristol, CT
$44K-$54K / yr. (est.)
Recurring Digital Video Content Associate is a seasonal employee tasked with the production and editing of trending video content on ESPN-branded digital channels. This role will work within the Digital Video newsroom creating content and completing daily...
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Part Time Security Specialist - TX Woodlands
Spring, TX
$35K-$43K / yr. (est.)
**Departmental Summary:** The Global Security & Safety department is responsible for ensuring the safety, security and well-being of all ESPN human resources, guests and assets. In addition, the department provides security and safety services for all ESPN...
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Music Licensing Assistant
Bristol, CT
$42K-$51K / yr. (est.)
The Music Licensing Assistant will work closely with the Music Licensing Coordinator and Sr. Music Licensing Coordinator on the music licensing process. Collaborate with the other Music Assistants to maintain/ingest metadata for ESPN Owned Copyright and...
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Music Assistant
Bristol, CT
$51K-$63K / yr. (est.)
Maintains, records, and supplies the flow of music from the in–house music archive to the producers for on-air usage, is involved in the input of music cue reporting and coordination of cue sheet tracking, and helps coordinate music shipments in and out of...
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Producer I - Get Up
Bristol, CT
$65K-$79K / yr. (est.)
Position Summary: The Get Up Producer is responsible for day-to-day oversight of assigned studio productions. Responsibilities around each assignment include lead-up and in-show details, talent selection, creative direction, editorial decisions, team...
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Paralegal Specialist, Trademarks (ESPN)
Bristol, CT
$60K-$73K / yr. (est.)
The Paralegal Specialist position carries out a range of para-professional duties under the supervision of one or more attorneys in ESPN’s Legal department, spending the majority of time handling trademark-related matters. This role will be focused mainly...
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Assignment Desk Editor I
Bristol, CT
$45K-$64K / yr.
The Assignment Desk Editor I participates in strategic editorial and logistical planning of coverage. The role consists of hiring camera crews and arranging feeds and/or transfer of content. Strategizing and organizing movement of IP-based transmission...
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Counsel - ESPN
Bristol, CT
$140K-$181K / yr.
The Counsel in ESPN’s Legal Department will assist the Deputy Chief Counsel, Principal 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...
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Art Director
Bristol, CT
about $124K / yr.
ESPN Creative Studio is looking for an Art Director to join it’s award-winning Visual Storytelling team. You will be responsible for partnering with editorial and visual teams to create innovative interactive stories. All candidates must provide a...
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Videographer
Madison, WI - February 4, 2022
Awesome work environment with great co-workers
5.0
Ratings
5
Professional growth
5
Salary & Benefits
5
Work-Life balance
5
Recognition & Support
5
Culture and Values
Nothing bad to say. It was a great journey. I worked everything from the Super Bowl to the Olympics. I meet some of the most interesting people in the world of sports.
Pros and Cons
Unbelieveable experience meeting the greatest athletes on the planet.
Nothing really bad to say.
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December 10, 2021
Camera operator for broadcast sports
4.0
Ratings
5
Professional growth
5
Salary & Benefits
3
Work-Life balance
3
Recognition & Support
4
Culture and Values
Traveled the country working hand held camera for live sports broadcast primarily for college sports.
Pros and Cons
Working with talented technicians
Long hours
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Producer
Bristol, CT - May 5, 2021
Good benefits, bad shortsighted management
3.4
Ratings
3
Professional growth
5
Salary & Benefits
3
Work-Life balance
2
Recognition & Support
4
Culture and Values
Once you are in beyond entry level the pay and benefits are very good. But you will earn it with long hours, little support, managers with agendas, and a company that’s now more concerned with looking “woke” the hiring and promoting the best people. Layoffs are now commonplace but there is always money for high priced talent. The people you will work with are the best- the soul of ESPN. Knowledgeable, fun, kind are some of the best words to describe the troops in the trenches. The generals is the offices never see what’s going on or how their decisions negatively impact people ,
Pros and Cons
Good pay and benefits. Coworkers are good folka
Out of touch social agenda ruining careers. All about$ now

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What year was ESPN founded?
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Benjamin GardnerSeptember 21, 2020
it was founded in 1979
What industry does ESPN operate in?
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Benjamin GardnerSeptember 21, 2020
Arts/Entertainment/Publishing, Marketing/Advertising/PR.
What’s the gender distribution at ESPN?
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Sophie HayesSeptember 21, 2020
28.8% female, 71.2% male.
What’s the main location of ESPN?
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Benjamin GardnerSeptember 21, 2020
It’s Bristol, CT.
How much revenue does ESPN generate?
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Sophie HayesSeptember 23, 2020
$500m to $1b.
Who is the CEO of ESPN?
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Liam BrownSeptember 23, 2020
John Skipper.
What’s the average length of tenure at ESPN?
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Benjamin GardnerSeptember 23, 2020
Typically 4-8 year(s).
what kind of companies did ESPN employees work for?
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Isabella HolmesSeptember 23, 2020
Small companies before ESPN.
How often do employees get promoted at ESPN ?
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Benjamin GardnerSeptember 23, 2020
advancement opportunities are high
where do employees go to work after leaving ESPN?
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Benjamin GardnerSeptember 23, 2020
Most went to work for one of these companies: CBS Corporation, FOX Sports, Freelance, Golf Channel, NBC Sports, NBCUniversal, Self Employed, The Walt Disney Company
Where did employees work before joining ESPN?
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Isabella HolmesSeptember 23, 2020
Big Ten Network, FOX Sports, Freelance, Major League Baseball, NBC Sports, NBCUniversal, The Walt Disney Company, Univision.
What’s the average age at ESPN?
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Benjamin GardnerSeptember 23, 2020
21-30.
Where did most of ESPN employees go to school?
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Liam BrownSeptember 23, 2020
Central Connecticut State University, Penn State University, Quinnipiac University, Syracuse University, University of Connecticut.
Is it forbidden to wear flip flops to work at ESPN?
Which school(s) did you study at before starting at ESPN?
I wonder how much you can get paid for an entry level position at ESPN?
do they hire felons at ESPN?
how are the working hours at ESPN?
How many vacation days?
If you had to describe your work day at ESPN to someone, what would you say?
what’s the hiring age ?
What’s it like to interview for ESPN?
I’m curious what ESPN has to offer in terms of benefits?
Offer a great 401 K🧡
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July 2, 2023
Very good performance and several options to choose from.😆
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July 3, 2023
401k is a pretty good deal.😊
What's the vacation policy?
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August 22, 2023
4 weeks given after a relatively short time frame.😀
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August 23, 2023
standard vacation and PTO😇
What are the perks for employees?
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July 30, 2023
Benefits package is great and they offer alternative assistance when needed.
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July 30, 2023
Good benefits package overall good place to work😄
What are the responsibilities of the Learning and Development Manager position?
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July 8, 2023
supervising and guiding new comers.🙂
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July 9, 2023
To give trainings to employees😊
What is the interview process like?
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July 30, 2023
I initially had a phone interview. HR recruiter was awesome. Then I waited a few weeks and received an in person interview
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July 31, 2023
You have an interview with the managers, and discuss what is required of you to do the job effectively.
It is a great place to learn a lot and get a great understanding of how corporate works
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August 2, 2023
Decent place to start your career
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August 2, 2023
I have been here working sporting events for 7 years now ☺
How often do raises occur?
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August 19, 2023
Every year😎
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August 19, 2023
Once per year😁
What is the promotion process like?
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August 18, 2023
Challenging because so many people are good at their work.
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August 19, 2023
Each year😜
Great experience! Learned how to use equipment, experienced food catering, and was surrounded by great people to work with😊
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July 11, 2023
It is an exciting place to work 🤩
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July 12, 2023
Some parts of senior management is antiquated in their thinking while others are forward thinkers and doing their best to keep the company moving forward in a positive light.🙂
Do they offer health insurance?
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July 24, 2023
Comparable benefits plan and good to the employees
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July 25, 2023
They offer many great health insurance options.🥰
If your normal day off happens to fall on a holiday would you still get that holiday off?
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June 25, 2023
maybe not😆
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June 27, 2023
Yes you will😌
I applied through an employee referral. The process took 3 weeks
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August 14, 2023
Kind of an intense interview process with multiple interviews and written assignments😊
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August 14, 2023
Interviewers were very friendly and asked professional and thoughtful questions.😄
If you were in charge what would you do to make it a better place to work?
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August 17, 2023
Accountability for the technology team.
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August 18, 2023
More interaction with people within company looking to grow.
Great experience, more than great leadership! 🤩
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July 31, 2023
A Job to be grateful for!🧡
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August 1, 2023
Fun place to work at there's a lot of young people starting their careers🤩
On average how many hours do you work a day?
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July 7, 2023
Can be consuming if you struggle with work-life balance.😐
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July 9, 2023
10 hours daily.😀
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