We are currently looking for a candidate to fill the exciting new role of Social Media Producer, ESPN.co.uk. The role will be carried out by a freelancer with a flair for devising, developing and creating innovative and effective social media content across ESPN's channels on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. A sound knowledge of F1 is essential as the role will require a commitment to work weekends across the 2019 F1 calendar. The successful candidate will also be spread across ESPN's sports desk, covering football, rugby, MMA, boxing, NBA and NFL This role is based in The Walt Disney Company's EMEA head offices in Hammersmith, West London.

Responsibilities:
Filming and editing live and pre-recorded video content for social media
Designing graphics for use on social media
Taking responsibility for the day-to-day curation of ESPN's social channels
Reacting to breaking news in an engaging and exciting way on social media
Bringing our coverage at shoots and events to life on social media
Working with our Social Media Lead on how best to cover forthcoming events
Working with our video team on the creation and promotion of quality content
Deputising for the Social Media Lead as required

Experience and Qualifications required:
An excellent working knowledge of all the major social media platforms
Sufficient experience producing superb social media content, ideally for a large sports brand, media outlet or team
A track record of creating content that flies on social media
A good understanding of social media analytics

Skills required:
An excellent working knowledge of Photoshop and Premiere Pro or Final Cut X
The ability to multi-task and work to a high standard under tight deadlines
Experience using After Effects would be a bonus but it is not essential

Additional Information:
The successful candidate will need to be able to work evenings, weekends and public holidays as necessary to maintain a 24/7 media presence.