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Digital Producer, MS NOW Morning Joe

Versant Media, New York, NY, United States


Job Description

MS NOW is looking for an experienced Digital Producer for MS NOW Morning Joe.

This position is represented by the Writers Guild of America East.

Responsibilities

Help lead the social media strategy for Morning Joe and the show’s corresponding portfolios (including ‘Know Your Value’)

Work with the EPs and senior staff in turning show moments into social media posts

Produce, create, and post new digital and social media content

Work with PR on amplifying key social media content

Contribute to the show's newsletter, 'The Tea'

Produce, develop, create, and edit editorial content, including text, photo, and video for multiple platforms

Responsible for growing audience engagement and interaction online and broadcast

Works in editor capacity with host and senior producers to develop and refine editorial tone and voice through its daily blogs and social media outlets

Publishes the show for the network platforms, edits content from the show to be repackaged for off-network/social platforms/OTT

Manages social distribution

Researches, writes articles, and blog posts

Innovate and propose new ways to extend the show and brand

Speedy decision-making and quick reactions to newsworthy/fresh topics

Ability to work calmly under pressure and meet deadlines

Produce and manage the show podcast

Deliver digital content to sponsor page

Comply with the Standards and Practices of Versant Media

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Minimum 5 years of web content or editorial experience

Minimum 2 year of experience in writing and editing and familiarity with online content communities

Familiarity with television and digital production procedures

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work well both independently (must be a self-starter) and collaboratively as part of an integrated team

Strong follow-through and attention to detail

Desired Qualifications

Possess ability to develop story ideas, research, and plan segments.

Knowledge of current events, politics, and pop culture.

Wide-range reader of news, including op-eds.

Proficient in both tape and desktop editing.

Additional Job Requirements

Must be willing to work in New York, NY.

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

Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news.

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: $93,000-$110,000

Additional Information 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.

Compensation $93,000-$93,000 per year

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