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.
Job Description
MS NOW Digital is seeking a creative and driven Associate Producer for Social Media to join our team. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of political news and current events, a passion for the MS NOW brand, and the ability to generate innovative ideas that amplify our presence across social platforms. You will be responsible for pitching unique stories, producing engaging short-form videos, and leveraging social media trends to connect with audiences. Strong editorial judgment, sharp video editing skills (Adobe Premiere), and flexibility to respond quickly to breaking news are essential.
This position is represented by the Writers Guild of America East.
Responsibilities
- Monitor breaking news and ensure timely clipping, editing, and posting for social platforms
- Identify, pitch, and produce shareable news and perspective content
- Create and edit original short-form videos that drive engagement
- Produce breaking news content in multiple formats (video, text, photo, live streams)
- Write compelling, accurate headlines and captions that spark audience interaction.
- Ensure all content meets MS NOW’s editorial, quality, journalistic, and legal standards.
- Design and produce graphics and photo posts for Instagram and other platforms.
- Collaborate with show producers and marketing team on daily content
- Execute on social media rollouts for special interviews and events
- Monitor social media trends and audience behavior to inform content strategy
- Coordinate and execute daily livestreams
- Prepare research and elements for livestreams
- Produce YouTube content for longer form viewing
- Produce YouTube headlines, thumbnails, metadata with best practices for higher view counts
Qualifications
- At least 3 years of experience in news production, producing short-form social media content
- Proven ability to identify and create shareable/viral news and perspective content.
- Expert knowledge of social media platforms, audiences, and emerging trends.
- Know how to edit in Adobe Premiere
- Experience producing YouTube content from edit to executing on metadata strategy
- Experience creating eye-catching graphics (Figma, Adobe Photoshop)
- Strong production vision with the ability to turn concepts into engaging social content
- Skilled in adapting breaking news into vertical formats for social platforms
- Experience shooting, editing, and producing video content creatively and effectively
- Self-starter with the ability to pitch ideas daily, work independently, and meet tight deadlines
- Proficiency with digital gear (camera operations, microphones)
Additional Job Requirements
- Must work in New York City
- Must be willing and able to work flexible hours and different shifts for breaking news (evenings, weekends) Hybrid 3 days in office
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: $75-80K