Associate Producer - Social Media, MS NOW at Versant in New York, NY

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 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  

• 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

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 candidateaccessibility@versantmedia.com.

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.