Versant Media
Company Overview
VERSANT
is a leading force in news, sports and entertainment — home to iconic and trusted brands that inspire, inform, and delight audiences. Our combination of content, technology and services enriches the cultural fabric and connects people to what they love most. As an independent, publicly traded company, VERSANT brings together cable networks (USA Network, CNBC, MS NOW, Oxygen, E!, SYFY, Golf Channel) with digital and direct-to-consumer brands (Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, SportsEngine). We empower creativity and drive connection in an ever-evolving world.
Job Description MS NOW is seeking an experienced and innovative journalist to direct coverage of campaigns, elections and a rapidly changing political landscape. You’ll join a modern and nimble Newsgathering team in Washington with a start-up mentality and a mandate to meet audiences where they are across all platforms of MS NOW. The Political Director will guide coverage across political cycles with original reporting and analysis. As the leader of the Political Unit, you’ll shape the most important story lines around elections, campaigns, polling, and shifts in the political landscape to bring a sophisticated, contextual lens to the beat. You’ll supervise a high-powered team delivering for all platforms of MS NOW – live programming, MS.Now, newsletters, digital video, audio, social media and more. You’ll often contribute yourself as well.
This role requires sharp editorial instincts to understand the stakes of political and policy shifts in Washington and throughout the states, and how major developments can reshape relationships across the nation’s power centers. A successful candidate must have exceptional managerial skills and a demonstrated ability to look around corners to identify where story lines — and the news environment — are headed.
Key Responsibilities
Lead news coverage of politics — including campaigns, elections and polls — across all platforms of MS NOW. Mentor and manage a team of journalists to break news and advance story lines.
Assign and shape stories with sharp angles and grounded in context.
Collaborate across coverage teams and platforms to ensure cohesive storytelling that delivers original news and insight for our audiences.
Represent the team in editorial meetings for daily coverage and planning for special events.
Develop new ideas to innovate across platforms to reach new audiences.
Support other editorial projects and Newsgathering growth initiatives in a start-up environment.
Qualifications Required:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of relevant working experience; at least 15 years of professional journalism experience.
Substantial experience directing coverage and supervising journalists.
Experience assigning, editing, or producing content across multiple platforms (e.g., TV, digital, social, audio, newsletters).
Proven track record of enterprise journalism, breaking news, or political analysis that drives audience engagement. Impeccable news judgment and writing skills.
Excellent editing skills — ability to edit everything from deep-dive enterprise pieces to fast-turn breaking news posts under tight deadlines.
Experience overseeing powerhouse reporters and growing junior talent.
Excellent communication skills — tact, sensitivity, diplomacy, persuasion.
Demonstrated self-starter with the confidence to make quick decisions in a fast-paced news environment.
Flexibility to work outside standard hours when news breaks.
Additional Information This position is eligible for company-sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and other discounts and perks.
Salary range:
$175,000 - $200,000 .
Equal Opportunity and Accessibility As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview. VERSANT Media provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application/recruitment process, you can submit your request to candidateaccessibility@versantmedia.com.
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 will be the property of VERSANT unless a valid Statement of Work is in place.
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is a leading force in news, sports and entertainment — home to iconic and trusted brands that inspire, inform, and delight audiences. Our combination of content, technology and services enriches the cultural fabric and connects people to what they love most. As an independent, publicly traded company, VERSANT brings together cable networks (USA Network, CNBC, MS NOW, Oxygen, E!, SYFY, Golf Channel) with digital and direct-to-consumer brands (Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, SportsEngine). We empower creativity and drive connection in an ever-evolving world.
Job Description MS NOW is seeking an experienced and innovative journalist to direct coverage of campaigns, elections and a rapidly changing political landscape. You’ll join a modern and nimble Newsgathering team in Washington with a start-up mentality and a mandate to meet audiences where they are across all platforms of MS NOW. The Political Director will guide coverage across political cycles with original reporting and analysis. As the leader of the Political Unit, you’ll shape the most important story lines around elections, campaigns, polling, and shifts in the political landscape to bring a sophisticated, contextual lens to the beat. You’ll supervise a high-powered team delivering for all platforms of MS NOW – live programming, MS.Now, newsletters, digital video, audio, social media and more. You’ll often contribute yourself as well.
This role requires sharp editorial instincts to understand the stakes of political and policy shifts in Washington and throughout the states, and how major developments can reshape relationships across the nation’s power centers. A successful candidate must have exceptional managerial skills and a demonstrated ability to look around corners to identify where story lines — and the news environment — are headed.
Key Responsibilities
Lead news coverage of politics — including campaigns, elections and polls — across all platforms of MS NOW. Mentor and manage a team of journalists to break news and advance story lines.
Assign and shape stories with sharp angles and grounded in context.
Collaborate across coverage teams and platforms to ensure cohesive storytelling that delivers original news and insight for our audiences.
Represent the team in editorial meetings for daily coverage and planning for special events.
Develop new ideas to innovate across platforms to reach new audiences.
Support other editorial projects and Newsgathering growth initiatives in a start-up environment.
Qualifications Required:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of relevant working experience; at least 15 years of professional journalism experience.
Substantial experience directing coverage and supervising journalists.
Experience assigning, editing, or producing content across multiple platforms (e.g., TV, digital, social, audio, newsletters).
Proven track record of enterprise journalism, breaking news, or political analysis that drives audience engagement. Impeccable news judgment and writing skills.
Excellent editing skills — ability to edit everything from deep-dive enterprise pieces to fast-turn breaking news posts under tight deadlines.
Experience overseeing powerhouse reporters and growing junior talent.
Excellent communication skills — tact, sensitivity, diplomacy, persuasion.
Demonstrated self-starter with the confidence to make quick decisions in a fast-paced news environment.
Flexibility to work outside standard hours when news breaks.
Additional Information This position is eligible for company-sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and other discounts and perks.
Salary range:
$175,000 - $200,000 .
Equal Opportunity and Accessibility As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview. VERSANT Media provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application/recruitment process, you can submit your request to candidateaccessibility@versantmedia.com.
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 will be the property of VERSANT unless a valid Statement of Work is in place.
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