Homepage Editor - Freelance ESPN

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  • London  
    London, United Kingdom
    perm  
  • Company
    Disney  
    Start date
    ASAP  
    Duration
    n/a  
    Wage
    £20,000 to 30,000 per annum  
  • Closing date
    16 May 2019  
    Posted on
    17 April 2019  

Job Summary:

We have an opportunity for a Homepage Editor to join our ESPN team. This is a freelance role based in the EMEA Disney head office in Hammersmith, London, where you will be working in a vibrant, dynamic and engaging environment.
The Worldwide Leader in Sports, ESPN is the leading global sports entertainment company and has been part of The Walt Disney Company since 1995.
The primary role of a Homepage Editor is to curate the ESPN homepage & sport indexes – in the UK and around the world - making sure the best available content is displayed in the most impactful way.
Doing this effectively will result in maximising the consumption of editorial and video on the homepage and the ESPN UK app through a mix of news, features, live and social.
As part of a Global Programming Team, using real-time data and editorial judgement to make informed decisions on the positioning and sell of content, making sure to highlight premium ESPN content accordingly. Teamwork is key to what we do and being a strong team player both inside and outside the workplace is vital to encouraging a positive office culture.
A sound knowledge of global sport is important in this role, but even more crucial will be understanding what content appeals to our audience in the UK and our Editions globally.
The successful candidate will have a strong editorial background and be able to demonstrate their talent in editing a sport website, coupled with staying abreast of the major talking points in sport and generating a constant stream of content ideas. Responsibilities of the role will also include writing and building articles.

Responsibilities:

  • To increase consumption of editorial and video content on ESPN web & app.
  • To enhance the quality, presentation and amplification of ESPN homepages and indexes.
  • To recognise and best sell news and content that will stand out in a competitive marketplace.
  • To develop and maintain strong internal relationships to be able to work in tandem with ESPN programming teams in Australia, India and US as part of the Global Programming Team.
  • Experience of operating web production processes and workflows.
  • A knowledge of online publishing and editing tools, social media networks, analytical tools and traffic measurement programmes (Chartbeat, Omniture).
  • Excellent editing skills – in particular headline writing and image selection/presentation.
  • Strong copy writing and subbing skills.
  • A knowledge of ESPN’s digital properties.
  • A good understanding of current industry trends.
  • Spanish, French, German or Italian language skills a definite advantage.


Additional Information:
We operate shift patterns, so you must be comfortable working some weekends, late nights and flexible hours.

About ESPN:

Working at ESPN is unlike anything else. That’s because we’re always finding new ways to interact with fans – however and wherever they connect with sports. Every day we’re doing things that no one has done, all in a dynamic culture where we defy odds and continuously outdo ourselves. When you have the latest technology, game-changing ideas and world-class talent on your team, every day is extraordinary.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with ESPN Sports Media Limited, which is part of a business segment we call ESPN.

ESPN Sports Media Limited is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion or belief, sex, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, disability or pregnancy or maternity. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

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