ESPN Digital Video Newsroom Intern, Remote, Fall 2026
ESPN Digital Video Newsroom Intern, Remote, Fall 2026Working at ESPN means helping shape how sports fans experience the biggest moments in sports across every platform. From breaking news and live events to studio shows and original storytelling, ESPN reaches millions of fans each day through social media, television, streaming, and digital platforms.The Digital Video Newsroom Internship is an opportunity for an up-and-coming video editor to gain professional experience in a fast-paced, sports environment. The candidate will learn about 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 assignments such as custom edits and producing digital highlights. The approximate dates of this remote internship are September - December 2026.What You Will DoIdentify trending game and social moments and translate them into engaging digital video contentCollaborate with internal and external teams to create and distribute videos that activate new audiencesAnalyze performance metrics to recommend enhancements that improve engagementManage production timelines effectively to ensure projects are delivered on scheduleStay current on latest trends, technology and best practices to support continuous improvement across ESPN platforms including YouTubeRequired Qualifications & SkillsExperience in digital and social media with exposure to video production and content creationProficiency in non‑linear editing tools such as Premiere, Final Cut, Avid, Quantel, or After EffectsStrong working knowledge of current sports storylines including key teams, players, and cultural momentsAbility to track and interpret social media trendsSkilled in headline writing and content packaging with an understanding of effective distribution tacticsAbility to manage multiple tasks efficiently and deliver accurate work in a fast‑paced production environmentPreferred Qualifications & SkillsExperience with editing video content across multiple social media channels and platformsAbility to create and optimize mobile‑first contentProficiency working within digital content management systems to organize, publish, and maintain video assets efficientlyEducationSenior year preferredMajor or previous coursework Communications, Journalism, Sports Media or related major preferredEligibility Requirements & Program InformationBe enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree taking at least one class at time of application OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.Current Disney Interns, College, International, or Culinary Program Participants: You may only work for ONE consecutive year (12 months) in any combination of an internship and/or program.Be at least 18 years of agePossess unrestricted work authorizationAdditional InformationAble to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internshipThis internship is a remote position and requires a working, reliable internet connection as well as a quiet, dedicated workspaceAvailable to work different shifts including nights and weekends, for the duration of the internship, 40 hours each weekThe pay rate for this remote role is $22.50 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.