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, igniting passions, sparking conversations, and connecting people to what they love most. As an independent, publicly traded company, VERSANT brings together powerhouse cable networks and dynamic digital brands to deliver exceptional experiences across every screen and service. VERSANT is an industry-changing media company fueled by innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. We empower creativity, embrace change, and drive connection in an ever-evolving world. Role Summary
Versant Sports is hiring a Digital Video Producer/Editor who will be part of our growing team of digital video producer/editors on the Sports video editorial team. The ideal candidate is creative, adaptable, and fast at writing and creating digital video content. Responsibilities include producing digital-first Sports news content for social, video distribution, and mobile-optimized platforms. The candidate should have prior experience in Sports video production, proven video editing skills, and an understanding of the differences between traditional media and digital-first content. The role involves writing scripts, collecting visual assets, and producing/editing digital video under tight deadlines. Experience as a multi-platform creator in Sports and on-camera videography/production at sporting events is a plus. Responsibilities
Create 3+ digital video stories per day, often under tight Sports-driven deadlines Cut short-form digital video in under 3 hours from end-to-end: collecting reporting, writing the script, collecting assets/b-roll, track VO, produce and edit video, and post on social and digital platforms Cut multiple sports news highlights, often during live events, for digital video distribution Write headlines, captions and metadata to match video Strong sports news judgment with ability to identify best clips to drive video views on Versant Sports sites, YouTube, etc. Create SEO-optimized headlines and captions that factually represent your video story and drive video views Edit with ease in Adobe Premiere, After Effects or AVID Collaborate with Versant Sports social and editorial teams to create highly-sharable content Optimize sound and lighting quality in videos, create simple graphic transitions, add text on screen and other graphics, and export videos Serve as a creative producer/editor on assigned projects (including livestreams, weekly video series, mashups, interviews, show clips and other projects) Use strong news judgment Optimize and post content for social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube); liaise with producing team, booking team, and post-production as needed Produce guest interviews/field shoots as needed; shoot clear footage on DSLR or iPhone; collect clear audio in the field and in the studio Take assignments from the News Producer daily Contribute to team brainstorms by pitching content ideas to build video views, on-site and off-site traffic and audience Maintain professionalism with talent Line produce and work on ad/sales content when assigned Produce branded content, as needed Juggle multiple projects with parallel timelines Qualifications
Basic Qualifications: BA or BS from a four-year accredited college or university or equivalent experience Minimum of 3 years of experience producing news digital video content end-to-end for digital platforms Excellent expertise with the Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, Photoshop, After Effects) Knowledge of AVID or similar platforms or willingness to learn fast if you aren’t familiar Excellent writing skills; strong copy editing skills; ability to self-edit your own work Must be able to work under extremely tight deadlines Social media-savvy with the ability to post your own stories on social accounts (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube) Creative thinker who can look at sports and social trends and tell stories in a digital video Ability to shoot footage on a DSLR camera Knowledge of Photoshop is a must Willingness to be an individual contributor while working within a team environment Eligibility Requirements
Interested candidates must submit a resume online to be considered Must have work authorization to work in the United States Must be 18 years or older Must have ability to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings due to news cycles and breaking news Desired Characteristics
Strong understanding of digital metrics: page views, video views, and how to gain new followers across platforms Strong understanding of digital trends Strong camera skills: ability to shoot your own videos using HDV cameras; athlete interview skills and the ability to ask smart, breaking-news questions for digital videos Additional Information
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision VERSANT Media is an equal employment opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities 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. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, location, and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. Note:
VERSANT Media is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at VERSANT without a valid written Statement of Work will be deemed the property of VERSANT. No fee will be paid if the candidate is hired through other means.
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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, igniting passions, sparking conversations, and connecting people to what they love most. As an independent, publicly traded company, VERSANT brings together powerhouse cable networks and dynamic digital brands to deliver exceptional experiences across every screen and service. VERSANT is an industry-changing media company fueled by innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. We empower creativity, embrace change, and drive connection in an ever-evolving world. Role Summary
Versant Sports is hiring a Digital Video Producer/Editor who will be part of our growing team of digital video producer/editors on the Sports video editorial team. The ideal candidate is creative, adaptable, and fast at writing and creating digital video content. Responsibilities include producing digital-first Sports news content for social, video distribution, and mobile-optimized platforms. The candidate should have prior experience in Sports video production, proven video editing skills, and an understanding of the differences between traditional media and digital-first content. The role involves writing scripts, collecting visual assets, and producing/editing digital video under tight deadlines. Experience as a multi-platform creator in Sports and on-camera videography/production at sporting events is a plus. Responsibilities
Create 3+ digital video stories per day, often under tight Sports-driven deadlines Cut short-form digital video in under 3 hours from end-to-end: collecting reporting, writing the script, collecting assets/b-roll, track VO, produce and edit video, and post on social and digital platforms Cut multiple sports news highlights, often during live events, for digital video distribution Write headlines, captions and metadata to match video Strong sports news judgment with ability to identify best clips to drive video views on Versant Sports sites, YouTube, etc. Create SEO-optimized headlines and captions that factually represent your video story and drive video views Edit with ease in Adobe Premiere, After Effects or AVID Collaborate with Versant Sports social and editorial teams to create highly-sharable content Optimize sound and lighting quality in videos, create simple graphic transitions, add text on screen and other graphics, and export videos Serve as a creative producer/editor on assigned projects (including livestreams, weekly video series, mashups, interviews, show clips and other projects) Use strong news judgment Optimize and post content for social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube); liaise with producing team, booking team, and post-production as needed Produce guest interviews/field shoots as needed; shoot clear footage on DSLR or iPhone; collect clear audio in the field and in the studio Take assignments from the News Producer daily Contribute to team brainstorms by pitching content ideas to build video views, on-site and off-site traffic and audience Maintain professionalism with talent Line produce and work on ad/sales content when assigned Produce branded content, as needed Juggle multiple projects with parallel timelines Qualifications
Basic Qualifications: BA or BS from a four-year accredited college or university or equivalent experience Minimum of 3 years of experience producing news digital video content end-to-end for digital platforms Excellent expertise with the Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, Photoshop, After Effects) Knowledge of AVID or similar platforms or willingness to learn fast if you aren’t familiar Excellent writing skills; strong copy editing skills; ability to self-edit your own work Must be able to work under extremely tight deadlines Social media-savvy with the ability to post your own stories on social accounts (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube) Creative thinker who can look at sports and social trends and tell stories in a digital video Ability to shoot footage on a DSLR camera Knowledge of Photoshop is a must Willingness to be an individual contributor while working within a team environment Eligibility Requirements
Interested candidates must submit a resume online to be considered Must have work authorization to work in the United States Must be 18 years or older Must have ability to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings due to news cycles and breaking news Desired Characteristics
Strong understanding of digital metrics: page views, video views, and how to gain new followers across platforms Strong understanding of digital trends Strong camera skills: ability to shoot your own videos using HDV cameras; athlete interview skills and the ability to ask smart, breaking-news questions for digital videos Additional Information
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision VERSANT Media is an equal employment opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities 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. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, location, and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. Note:
VERSANT Media is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at VERSANT without a valid written Statement of Work will be deemed the property of VERSANT. No fee will be paid if the candidate is hired through other means.
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