Junior Designer

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.

The Jr. Designer role will support Versant properties by creating hands-on broadcast motion design work, as well as updating existing elements and templates to fulfil live event and studio show needs. 

Responsibilities 

• Responsible for the implementation and creation of graphic and animated elements for Versant including network graphics, show packages, event insert and titles 

• Effectively communicate concepts and ideas to the Art Director and design team 

• Must understand and translate network’s brand strategy into quality design 

QUALIFICATIONS –  

Basic Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, fine arts or related field 

• Minimum three (3) years’ experience working at a network or broadcast design agency 

• Understanding of the implementation of design elements in network television and live sports environments a must 

• Passion for show packaging and knowledge of current trends in graphic design 

• Excellent knowledge and handling of Adobe After Effects, Photoshop and Illustrator. Working knowledge of Cinema 4D. 

• Must be flexible, detail-oriented, deadline driven and a good collaborator 

• Interested candidates must be willing to work rotating shifts (day/night) as well as weekends 

Desired Characteristics: 

• Love of Sports a plus 

• Passion for show packaging and knowledge of current trends in graphic design 

Additional Requirements: 

• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV 

• Must be willing to work in Stamford, CT  

• Must be willing to work nights and weekends 

• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States  

• Must be 18 years or older  

• It is the policy of Versant and Versant’s affiliated businesses to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. 

• This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the Stamford office a minimum of three days per week.  

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.