DTC Associate Producer, MS NOW Content Strategy

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.

MS NOW is seeking an Associate Producer for our direct-to-consumer (DTC) programming strategy team. In this role, you will be integral in covering the most significant political news, help create compelling video content, and foster community engagement. This position requires strong editorial judgment, attention to detail, organizational skills, an audience-first mindset and a keen eye for timely, impactful storytelling.

This position is represented by the Writers Guild of America East. 

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Coordinating Producers, Producers, Production Assistants to develop and edit DTC exclusive content 
• Collaborate with news talent on creative content for MS NOW’s DTC platform
• Assist in the booking of guests
• Assist in production/operations management for remote shoots
• Pursue research for content ideas and DTC productions as directed
• Support curation of featured video content within the MS NOW DTC app
• Quality-check video, graphics, scripts, copy, to ensure accuracy and alignment with editorial standards
• Maintain MS NOW’s high editorial standards and journalistic rigor in all aspects of content development and production

• 2+ years of experience producing news / breaking news / political content for digital and/or social platforms  
• Solid news judgement, strong news writing, research, and communication skills
• Solid video editing skills and experience turning around elements quickly
• Experience with Adobe Premiere, Pro Tools, YouTube Studio
• Established knowledge of VMix, Riverside
• Willingness to work non-traditional hours (weekends and/or late nights) to service needs of a 24/7 news product
• Flexibility to respond to breaking news situations outside of regular working hours
• Ability to work calmly under pressure and meet deadlines
• Deep knowledge and passion for news and politics
• Experience in content strategy in digital, social media, streaming, livestreaming space
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Additional Job Requirements

• Must be willing to work in New York, NY.
• Must be willing to work weekends.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.

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 discounts and perks.  

Salary Range: $75,000 - $80,000

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.

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