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The Stage Manager I position supports Studio & Remote productions activities. The Stage Manager will be the eyes and ears for the Director in the studio and on stage for remote productions, relaying specific direction to talent and the technical crew. Ensure that all sets are in place and that production positions are staffed. Anticipate, and troubleshoot if necessary, problems that may arise in the studio during a production and alert the Director to any of these potential issues. Communicate any rundown changes and how they may affect camera blocking and talent positions in the studio.

Accountabilities:

• Oversees an assigned studio. Ensures that the Director has all materials and equipment needed to direct the production. Ensures that sets are in place and working; and that needed studio positions are staffed.

• Ensures talent needs are met in terms of equipment, including iPads, proper chairs, pens/papers, mirrors.

• Arranges the positioning of floor monitors based on talent locations.

• Participates in pre-production activities.

• Coordinates with and ensures the availability of assigned talent and guests.

• Assists the Director with studio floor management activities; controls the live or live-to-tape aspects of productions.

• Identifies and reports issues with studios and production staff to the appropriate organizational unit; follows-up to ensure the resolution of identified studio operation issues.

• Ensures compliance of assigned tasks with established standard operating procedures.

• Oversees the management and distribution of studio props.

• Sends out daily communication of Stage Manager coverage.

• Practices and maintains the performance standards as they apply to leadership, communication, operations, personal development and productions, and consistently perform all of the duties and functions required of the role of Stage Manager.

Qualifications:

• Candidates must be highly motivated, willing to work unusual hours and must demonstrate the ability to work under pressure to meet ever-changing deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1-year experience in a major market or at the network level

• Bilingual in English/Spanish

Required Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Preferred Education

• Bachelor’s Degree

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Responsibilities :

• Utilizes Adobe software to create designs and animations for ESPN productions
• Utilizes and adheres to workflow processes for ESPN property and external Production applications
• Works independently and with Show Unit personnel to deliver on-time, on-brand graphic content for live production requests
• Adheres to proper file management techniques to ensure efficient archiving and subsequent retrieval of projects.
• Demonstrates eagerness to regularly contribute creative ideas, desire to push designs to the next level, and aptitude to learn new software to enhance individual versatility in the department.
• Recognizes, reports, and helps troubleshoot equipment/software/work environment issues
• Adheres to all administrative responsibilities, including time entry and daily reporting requirements
• Maintains high standards of efficiency, consistency, accuracy, creativity and timely delivery of all requests
• Must be highly motivated, work well under pressure, and regularly effectively prioritize multiple assignments.
• Possesses strong individual and team communication skills with the ability to take direction well

Basic Qualifications :

• 1 year of an internship in graphic design
• Proficient knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, with specific focus on Photoshop, and Illustrator
• Must be able to provide a portfolio or demo reel of recent work and explanation of project involvement
• Must be flexible, self-starter, detail-oriented, deadline driven, strong collaborator and excellent communicator
• Passionate about design and branding with an aptitude to learn new trends and technology as it emerges
• Ability to work in a fast paced, quick turnaround live broadcast environment
• Strong design and typography skills
• Ability to accept guidance and respond well to feedback
• Available to work varied hours and weekends

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preferred knowledge of Adobe After Effects

Required Education :

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Preferred Education :

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Responsibilities :

• Utilizes Adobe software to create designs and animations for ESPN productions
• Utilizes and adheres to workflow processes for ESPN property and external Production applications
• Works independently and with Show Unit personnel to deliver on-time, on-brand graphic content for live production requests
• Adheres to proper file management techniques to ensure efficient archiving and subsequent retrieval of projects.
• Demonstrates eagerness to regularly contribute creative ideas, desire to push designs to the next level, and aptitude to learn new software to enhance individual versatility in the department.
• Recognizes, reports, and helps troubleshoot equipment/software/work environment issues
• Adheres to all administrative responsibilities, including time entry and daily reporting requirements
• Maintains high standards of efficiency, consistency, accuracy, creativity and timely delivery of all requests
• Must be highly motivated, work well under pressure, and regularly effectively prioritize multiple assignments.
• Possesses strong individual and team communication skills with the ability to take direction well

Basic Qualifications :

• 1 year of an internship in graphic design
• Proficient knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, with specific focus on Photoshop, and Illustrator
• Must be able to provide a portfolio or demo reel of recent work and explanation of project involvement
• Must be flexible, self-starter, detail-oriented, deadline driven, strong collaborator and excellent communicator
• Passionate about design and branding with an aptitude to learn new trends and technology as it emerges
• Ability to work in a fast paced, quick turnaround live broadcast environment
• Strong design and typography skills
• Ability to accept guidance and respond well to feedback
• Available to work varied hours and weekends

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preferred knowledge of Adobe After Effects

Required Education :

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Preferred Education :

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent