The ESPN YouTube Team oversees the daily creation and curation of video content for ESPN-branded social channels. They produce videos, write headlines and evaluate stories and videos for accuracy, fairness and social/viral potential. The approximate dates of this program are January through May 2026.
What You Will Do
Interns will assist in tracking performance metrics and video analytics on ESPN platforms, enhancing the distribution model on all channels. You must have a commanding knowledge of Search Engine Optimization, be organized, and be able to recognize unique and compelling content that will thrive in mobile/social environments. As an intern, you will develop an awareness of the operations of multiple ESPN units in order to collaborate successfully in identifying and/or developing up-to-the-minute video content optimized for multiple platforms and user needs. Responsibilities include:
- Participating with teams internally and externally in the creation and distribution of content that best activates new audiences
- Navigating Digital Social Platforms and applying that expertise to expand reach, engagement, and distribution of content
- Analyzing usage and performance metrics that can lead to content enhancements and improvements
- Maintaining proficiency and knowledge in latest trends and best practices for video distribution on YouTube channels and ESPN Platforms
- Producing, creating and editing videos. This will include headline writing, tagging, managing an overall style and voice and working with subject matter experts for specific content types
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