Resource Specialist - Content Operations at The Walt Disney Company

Bristol, Connecticut, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

EntertainmentIndustries

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of industry related experience
Manage tight deadlines with team and lead simultaneous projects
Proficient with company systems
Proficient knowledge of organization and logistical skills relating to Content Operations fixed facilities
Initiate collaboration with peers and external Production and Studio Operations teams
Proficient in Windows based PC applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Proficient knowledge of ESPN and ABC programming
Proficient knowledge of Bristol, LA, and Charlotte fixed facilities
Proficient knowledge of specific jobs within assigned scheduling responsibilities, as well as scheduling procedures and systems
High School Diploma or Equivalent

Responsibilities

Oversee monthly and daily facility and assignment schedules for Content Operations groups, ensuring adherence to established guidelines and programming schedules while maintaining accuracy and efficiency
Monitor and implement changes issued by Programming or Production, consulting with the team to adjust facility and staffing needs as necessary and communicating changes effectively to all relevant groups and individuals
Evaluate and recommend staffing options for shows to compensate for illness, vacations, or other absences, utilizing extensive knowledge and experience to optimize resource allocation
Analyze and implement facility and staffing solutions to efficiently support routine and complex business needs
Anticipate complex event traffic information; create analysis to support problem solving
Direct special coverage or projects as required, leveraging skills and experience to drive successful outcomes and improvement
Attends industry events as it relates to the position
Positively and professionally represent the brand and model of the ESPN Content Operations Department

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

SchedulingResource AllocationProcess OptimizationCommunicationAnalysisProblem-SolvingESPNABC ProgrammingFacility ManagementStaffingStrategic Initiatives

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What are the required qualifications for the Resource Specialist role?

Candidates need a minimum of 5 years of industry-related experience, proficiency with company systems, proficient knowledge of organization and logistical skills relating to Content Operations fixed facilities, ability to manage tight deadlines with team and lead simultaneous projects, and proficiency in Windows-based PC applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Is this a remote position, or are there location requirements?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the work hours or shift requirements for this position?

The position requires the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

What makes a strong candidate for this Resource Specialist position?

Strong candidates will have advanced knowledge of ESPN’s studio operations functions, experience with tools like Smartsheet, SBM/Autoflow, Xytech, and SAP, a Bachelor's Degree, and proficient knowledge of ESPN and ABC programming, Bristol, LA, and Charlotte fixed facilities.