Associate Manager Programming

The Associate Manager Programming supports the planning, execution, and maintenance of network programming schedules across ESPN platforms. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate schedule implementation, coordinating network-level graphics elements, managing programming adjustments, and supporting long-term strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate combines strong organizational skills, operational excellence, ability to communicate with executive level leadership, and a passion for sports and television programming. Responsibilities Programming & Scheduling Operations • Learn and apply network scheduling guidelines, operating procedures, and conditions philosophies. • Populate join-in-progress (JIP) points and other critical on-air network information within scheduling systems such as NCS and Content Scheduler. • Monitor scheduled programming and support the execution of schedule changes as needed. • Prepare and distribute reports documenting programming and content decisions for department-wide communication. Content Coordination • Collaborate with the Content Strategy team to develop alternate programming solutions when schedule disruptions occur, including events that conclude earlier than expected. • Provide operational support to ensure programming continuity across networks and platforms. Network Graphics & Presentation • Manage planning and execution of network-level graphics initiatives, including: • Navigation pane coordination • Bottom-line takeovers • Other network presentation elements that support viewer navigation and engagement Strategic Projects & Stakeholder Support • Assist with long-term programming strategy and operational improvement projects. • Attend sport-specific, project, and operational meetings as assigned, providing scheduling and conditions-related input and follow-up. • Perform shift-specific responsibilities and other duties as assigned by management. Requirements • Minimum 2 years of experience working in television production. • Strong organizational and time-management skills with exceptional attention to detail. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Knowledge of television operations and scheduling…