Departmental Summary:
Stats & Analysis is a sports data production team that produces world-class data and insights that ensures fans trust ESPN for depth and perspective. Stats & Analysis is ESPN’s sports data provider and operates nearly 24/7 from ESPN’s campus in Bristol, CT. Staff is scheduled to cover a wide-ranging sports calendar, so full availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays is essential. S&A is a part of ESPN’s Digital Experiences & Engagement team that produces dynamic content experiences that connect, inform and entertain sports fans.
Position Summary:
As a Stats Analyst II at ESPN, you will be an integral part of our Stats & Analysis Team. This entry-level role is perfect for a sports fan with a curious mind and a willingness to learn, as you will be accountable for providing accurate, timely, and insightful sports data to ESPN platforms worldwide. Working in a dynamic and technology-motivated production environment, you will work together with world-class talent to deliver game-changing ideas and extraordinary experiences for sports fans. Your passion for sports statistics, attention to detail, and adaptability will be key to your success in this innovative and fast-paced role. Your role is crucial in maintaining the confidence and engagement of our audience by providing accurate and insightful sports data that powers critical fan-facing experiences and provides the foundation for ESPN’s best-in-class sports research and insights.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and insightfulness of sports data distributed by Stats & Analysis.
- Work together with peers and part-time employees to deliver real-time play-by-play, clock-and-score, and other statistics.
- Verify the results of your work and that of others, maintaining high attention to detail and urgency.
- Contribute to production, projects, and initiatives across the newsroom.
- Anticipate potential problems and offer solutions, communicating quickly and confidently with colleagues.
- Develop and maintain a working knowledge of Stats & Analysis’ role in powering ESPN digital products and TV productions.
- Propose new or more efficient ways statistics can be utilized in ESPN storytelling and products.
- Actively participate in team and department meetings.
- Stay informed of current department policies and procedures.
Required Qualifications:
- Broad knowledge of sports statistics, current events, and scorekeeping rules.
- Experience producing and/or using data to create content executions, examine trends, or gain insights.
- Proven ability to achieve a high degree of accuracy in time-delicate or pressurized situations.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated collaboration and teamwork skills.
- Adaptability and willingness to learn in a dynamic environment.
- Basic proficiency with data management tools like Microsoft Excel.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 1+ years’ experience in a sports data and information-focused role in media, team sports (pro/college), or other sports industry field.
- Experience working with data feeds, data warehouses, and custom software tools.
- Knowledge of uses and trends in sports data insights, including player tracking data.
- Working knowledge of ESPN products and productions.
Required Education:
High School diploma or equivalent
Preferred Education:
College degree or equivalent
Additional Information: (i.e. physical requirements, holiday, nights, weekend shifts, etc.)
Position works nights (almost exclusively), weekends, and holidays.
