Supervisor, Crewing

Job ID 10157005 Location Bristol, Connecticut, United States Business ESPN Date posted Aug. 14, 2026

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Job Summary:

The Remote Crewing Supervisor facilitates and manages all levels of below-the-line technical support and scheduling across ESPN and ESPNonABC remote events. The individual should possess expert-level understanding of technical, remote positions across diverse events: their functions, responsibilities, and necessary skills. The Supervisor will be required to maintain an extensive knowledge-base of assigned individuals across sport assignments, positions, and geographical locations, and demonstrate solid leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities:

Oversees Crewing Coordinators, providing guidance and day-to-day support to all team members.
Demonstrate involvement in the management of multiple crewing teams (PODS), and lead the planning and delegation of workload across packages/events.
Supervises and participates in the recruitment, selection, hiring and scheduling of technical crews on events, as well as Crewing Coordinators.
Facilitate in the planning of the SEC network launch.
Consistently communicate, and ensure teams adhere to, the show-level needs of a remote event. Manage the consistent distribution of Pre- and Post-Freelance Actualization Checklists across all designated sport teams in a timely fashion. Demonstrate leadership in structuring the budget parameters around all team assignments.
Demonstrate management of Crew Sheet and Technical Services Contract List (TSCL) distribution.
When applicable, consistently actualize (process payments) and/or ensure each Crewer under your supervision has actualized their minimum number of events across the performance year.
Consistently assist in tracking performance of personnel scheduled across all assigned event teams.
Function as a sub-level management liaison between the Crewing area and the Remote Operations Resource Team. Assist in sharing and communicating best practices. Includes, but not limited to, Technical Services Contract Lists (TSCLs), Vendor relations, and Disney Worldwide Shared Services (DWSS) communications.
Ensures that appropriate timelines are met around crewing needs for events and/or projects.
Is dedicated to the continued growth and development of individuals and corresponding staff reports.
Attends industry events as it relates to the position.
In all of these responsibilities, positively and professionally represent the brand and model of the ESPN Crewing Department.

Required Qualifications:

Typically, incumbent has minimum of 5-10 years of industry related experience.
Has in-depth awareness of company systems.
Has in-depth knowledge of organization, procurement, financial and logistical skills relating to Remote Operations.
Work is reviewed from a long-term and short-term perspective against defined objectives, budgets and schedules.
Manages the standards that may impact the accuracy, cost, and timeliness of the events.
Operates within the defined goals of the Remote Operations department.
Supervises all aspects of support needs for success of the events.
Maintains a communication flow with the managers on new developments or procedures that may affect their event or processes.
Basic computer experience, with a proficiency in Windows based PC applications such as Excel, Word, Powerpoint, and Outlook.

Preferred Qualifications:

Has and applies an advanced knowledge of the requirements of ESPN’s remote operations functions.
Possesses previous management experience, either through assigned title or previous leadership role.
Previous knowledge of NCS, SAP, and/or ESPN Playbook systems.

Required Education:

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Preferred Education

Bachelor's Degree

Additional Information: (i.e. physical requirements, holiday, nights, weekend shifts, etc.)

Position requires ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

The hiring range for this position in Bristol, CT is $87,100 to $116,800 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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About ESPN:

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.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with American Broadcasting Companies, Inc., which is part of a business we call ESPN.

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