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ESPN's Communications Department is seeking a talented and versatile Staff Photographer with supplemental video experience to join our ESPN Images team working from our campus in Bristol, Connecticut. The ideal candidate is a visual storyteller who excels across a diverse range of photographic disciplines. In this role, you will be responsible for producing compelling visual content that supports ESPN's communications department. The ideal candidate brings technical mastery in multimedia content production, a strong creative eye, and the flexibility to thrive in both a controlled studio environment and dynamic live-event settings.
Job Responsibility:
Execute high-quality photography assignments for talent and executive headshots, campus shows and events
Set up, operate, and maintain professional lighting equipment, backdrops, and camera systems in the ESPN Images studio
Work in our live television set environments on campus
Deliver imagery in real time via FTP and work within our organized digital asset library
Post image processing, captioning and file management
Work with our communications team to support ESPN Images assignments, asset management and creative content ideas
Intermittent travel to sporting events to capture ESPN shows, athlete portraits for production, sales and marketing activations, behind-the-scenes content and live sports action coverage
Work in fast-paced, high-pressure environments while consistently producing broadcast- and publication-quality images
Expertise in IPTC captioning and real time file delivery via FTP
Coordinate with communications, Images and social media teams to ensure rapid image turnaround for time-sensitive publication needs
Assist with communications video production shoots, including camera operation, content creation, lighting setup, and on-set photography
Collaborate with communications videographers on multi-format content creation
Contribute to ESPN's short-form video and social content pipeline as needed
Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in multimedia content creation
Understanding and integration of AI technology to assist in content workflow and production efficiency
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Communications leadership team
Assisting with organization, editing and captioning of photoshoots and photo backlogs
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Photography, Visual Communications, Journalism, or a related field — or equivalent professional experience
Can show a body of work that demonstrates experience in both studio and live-event settings
Expert experience with professional DSLR/mirrorless camera systems (Sony preferred)
Experience in Adobe Photoshop and Photomechanic
familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite
Strong understanding of studio lighting techniques, including strobe, continuous, and natural light setups
Ability to travel with occasional irregular hours, evenings, and weekends as required by event schedules
Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under deadline pressure
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
experience working with on-air talent or public figures is a plus
Nice to have:
Previous experience in a broadcast media, sports team, or entertainment photography environment
Working knowledge of video production workflows and camera operation
Familiarity with digital asset management (DAM) systems and metadata best practices
What we offer:
bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package
full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered