Director, Financial Media Relations

VERSANT is a leading force in news, sports and entertainment - home to iconic and trusted brands that inspire, inform, and delight audiences. Our unique combination of content, technology and services enriches the cultural fabric, igniting passions, sparking conversations, and connecting people to what they love most.

As an independent, publicly traded company, VERSANT brings together powerhouse cable networks - including USA Network, CNBC, MS NOW (formerly MSNBC), Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Golf Channel - with dynamic digital and direct-to-consumer brands such as Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. Together, these businesses reflect our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences across every screen and service.

VERSANT is an industry-changing media company fueled by innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. With a strong foundation and a forward-looking vision, VERSANT empowers creativity, embraces change, and drives connection in an ever-evolving world.

ROLE SUMMARY

VERSANT is seeking a dynamic Director, Financial Communications and Media Relations to join our Communications team. In this highly collaborative role, you will oversee the development and execution of communications strategies to enhance VERSANT’s visibility with financial stakeholders. Reporting to the VP of Media Relations, the Director will manage all aspects of financial media relations and earnings communications.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with the VP, Media Relations and Investor Relations team on the development and drafting of earnings releases, prepared remarks, call scripts, investor Q&A documents, and follow-up media engagement.
• Build and maintain relationships with top-tier financial and business journalists, proactively positioning VERSANT’s strategy and results in the marketplace.
• Ensure all financial communications adhere to SEC rules, Regulation FD, and industry best practices.
• Support investor days, analyst meetings, and industry conferences by crafting narratives, speeches, and media framing that reinforce VERSANT's financial and strategic story. Monitor analyst coverage, peer communications, and media sentiment; synthesize insights into actionable reporting for senior leadership.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 8-10 years experience in corporate communications, financial communications, investor relations, or related fields.
• Direct experience supporting a publicly traded company (in-house or agency side).
• Deep understanding of financial statements, KPIs, capital markets, and disclosure practices.
• Proven ability to translate complex financial information into clear, compelling, and compliant communications for investors, analysts, and media.
• Demonstrated success building strong relationships with top-tier business and financial journalists.
• Strong writing, editing, and messaging skills across press releases, executive remarks, and media Q&As.
• Experience navigating SEC disclosure rules, Regulation FD, and governance-related communications.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the NYC office a minimum of three days per week. 
• This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other benefits and perks. Salary range: $130,000 - $150,000 (bonus and long term incentive eligible)

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].

VERSANT Media is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc.

VERSANT Media is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at VERSANT via-email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from VERSANT's Talent Acquisition team will be deemed the sole property of VERSANT. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by VERSANT as a result of the referral or through other means.