Senior Manager Digital Video Newsroom
ESPN
Charlotte, NCThis is a Full Time Job
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#### Quick Summary (full description below):
The Senior Manager, Digital Video Newsroom, oversees the strategic direction and operations of SECSports.com and the upcoming SEC mobile app. This role focuses on engaging fans, ensuring high-quality content, and leading a team to deliver an exceptional digital experience.
• Years of Experience Required: Minimum 7 years (84 Months)
• Salary: Not mentioned
• Required Experience:
- Leadership in digital media, content management, or related fields.
- Managing complex digital platforms and cross-functional teams.
- Strong understanding of college sports, especially the SEC.
- Expertise in web and mobile UX design principles.
• Preferred Skills/Experience:
- Familiarity with CMS and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics).
- SEO and social media integration experience.
- Digital marketing campaign and mobile app development knowledge.
• Workplace Requirements: Hybrid (Charlotte, North Carolina); flexible work schedule required for live events and seasonal demands.
• Education Requirements:
- Required: Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field.
- Preferred: Master’s degree in Business or a related field.
• Hard Skills Required:
- Data analysis and performance monitoring.
- Workflow creation and platform maintenance.
- Vendor and partnership management.
• Soft Skills Required:
- Exceptional communication and leadership skills.
- Organizational and mentorship abilities.
- Collaborative and innovative mindset.
• Benefits: Not mentioned
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Senior Manager, Digital Video Newsroom
Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
Company: ESPN
Job Summary:
The Senior Manager leads the operations and strategic direction of SECSports.com and the SEC mobile app (in development). This position focuses on delivering exceptional user experiences that align with ESPN and SEC standards while fostering community and brand loyalty.
Responsibilities:
• Manage the day-to-day operations of SECSports.com and the SEC mobile app.
• Ensure platform alignment with brand and UX standards.
• Lead the team to meet goals like high user engagement, seamless live coverage, and content consistency.
• Develop workflows for 24/7 content management and live event updates.
• Collaborate with marketing, production, programming, communications, ad sales, and social media teams to align digital strategies.
• Mentor and provide professional development for team members.
• Oversee vendor and third-party partnerships for platform development and analytics.
• Monitor site performance with analytics tools and improve content strategies.
• Maintain editorial standards and compliance with ESPN and SEC guidelines.
• Innovate and implement features and tools to boost audience engagement.
• Partner with the SEC office and external stakeholders to synchronize efforts.
Qualifications:
• Required:
- 7+ years in digital media, content management, or related fields.
- Leadership experience with cross-functional teams.
- Understanding of the SEC sports landscape.
- Strong UX design principles expertise.
- Exceptional communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Preferred:
- Knowledge of CMS, Google Analytics, and Adobe Analytics.
- Experience in SEO, social media integration, and mobile app development.
- Background in digital marketing campaigns.
Education Requirements:
• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field.
• Preferred: Master’s degree in Business or a related field.
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Additional Information
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.