Experienced Details Expert I - Data Entry and Research Specialist for ESPN's Details and Data Gathering

Are you passionate about sports, data, and storytelling? Do you have a keen eye for detail and a knack for turning numbers into compelling narratives? If so, we invite you to join our team at blithequark's Details and Data Gathering as an Experienced Details Expert I - Data Entry and Research Specialist. At blithequark, we're committed to delivering elite information, insights, and storytelling that sets us apart from the rest. Our Details and Data Gathering team is the backbone of our operation, ensuring that the scores, schedules, standings, and other essential information on our platforms are accurate, up-to-date, and engaging. As a Details Expert I, you'll play a critical role in maintaining the integrity of our data and helping to craft compelling stories that resonate with our audience.

About blithequark's Details and Data Gathering

Our Details and Data Gathering team is responsible for creating and maintaining the data that powers our digital and television products. From sports scores and schedules to player statistics and team standings, we're the ones who make sure that the information on our platforms is accurate, timely, and engaging. Our team works tirelessly to ensure that our data is precise, efficient, and effective, and we're always looking for talented individuals who share our passion for data and storytelling.

Key Responsibilities

As a Details Expert I, you'll be responsible for:

• Ensuring the accuracy of sports information disseminated by Details and Data Gathering
• Working individually and in teams to deliver precise, timely, and engaging data to power our digital and television products
• Creating and maintaining a working knowledge of Details and Data's role in fueling ESPN's digital and television products
• Conducting thorough reviews of your own work and that of others, maintaining a high level of scrutiny and attention to detail
• Contributing to the development of new projects, initiatives, and drives across the newsroom, and supporting newsroom leaders in coordinating full-time and part-time staff
• Anticipating potential issues, both short-term and long-term, and proposing potential solutions
• Collaborating with colleagues to develop or refine production processes
• Participating actively in team and office meetings
• Seeking and responding to feedback on personal performance
• Staying up-to-date on current office policies and procedures

Required Capabilities

To succeed in this role, you'll need:

• Working knowledge of sports teams, players, and the rules of the games
• Full-time availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to quickly learn production processes that produce or maintain sports data that powers ESPN's digital and television products
• Capacity to achieve a high level of content accuracy in time-sensitive production circumstances
• Ability to communicate confidently, both verbally and in writing, with production managers and colleagues about production issues and opportunities, often in the midst of a busy newsroom

Preferred Capabilities

While not required, the following skills and experiences are highly desirable:

• 1+ years of experience working in sports or data, ideally in media
• Knowledge of how sports data is used in media and for research purposes
• Working knowledge of ESPN products and productions
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and other Office tools
• Experience leading or training a team
• Ability to speak and write Spanish
• Experience incorporating social media in a business or news context

Required Education

A high school diploma or equivalent is required for this role.

Preferred Education

A post-secondary education or equivalent is highly desirable.

Work Environment and Culture

As a Details Expert I, you'll be part of a dynamic and fast-paced team that's passionate about delivering elite information, insights, and storytelling. Our work environment is collaborative, supportive, and inclusive, with a focus on innovation, creativity, and continuous improvement. We're committed to fostering a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we're proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive health insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• A dynamic and supportive work environment

How to Apply

If you're passionate about sports, data, and storytelling, and you're looking for a challenging and rewarding role in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter, through our online portal.

About blithequark

blithequark is a leading global family entertainment and media company that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as an animation studio in the 1920s to today's global media powerhouse, blithequark is committed to creating top-quality stories and experiences for families around the world. With activities in over 40 countries, our representatives and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universal and locally relevant.

Equal Employment Opportunity

blithequark is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to fostering a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Apply for this job