Versant is hiring: Motion Designer in New York

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 is seeking a Motion Designer to join our Creative & Marketing team, with a strong focus on on-air promotion, marketing campaigns, and brand storytelling. This role supports MS NOW programming while collaborating across select CNBC creative initiatives, creating motion design that drives audience engagement across live television, promotional, and branded platforms. This position is ideal for a designer who can work quickly and efficiently without sacrificing craft, thrives in deadline-driven environments, and understands how strong promotional design supports both editorial and marketing goals. The Motion Designer designs and animates high-quality motion graphics that support MS NOW’s promotional strategy, brand identity, and editorial content. Working closely with Creative Directors, Art Directors, Senior Motion Designers, and Producers, this role contributes to on-air promos, marketing campaigns, show packages, and daily programming—often under tight timelines. Essential Functions / Responsibilities Design and animate motion graphics with a primary focus on on-air promotion, marketing campaigns, and brand initiatives Create promotional assets including show opens, branded packages, transitions, explainers, and full-screen animations Support daily programming graphics as needed, including lower thirds and editorial animations Collaborate with Creative Directors, Art Directors, Senior Motion Designers, and Producers to deliver visually compelling, on-brand work Execute creative efficiently while managing multiple assignments and competing deadlines Participate in all phases of production, from concept development and storyboards through final delivery Respond quickly and thoughtfully to creative feedback and shifting priorities Adapt designs rapidly for last-minute changes, breaking news, and time-sensitive promotional needs Support cross-brand promotional initiatives and campaigns with CNBC creative teams as needed Maintain organized project files and follow established workflows, technical standards, and delivery specifications Qualifications Basic Qualifications Minimum 5 years of professional motion design experience, preferably in broadcast, news, or media environments A thorough understanding of the 12 Principles of Animation and how to apply them in broadcast and promotional work Expert proficiency in Adobe After Effects Strong working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator Solid understanding of broadcast production workflows and delivery formats Strong design fundamentals, including typography, composition, color, timing, and motion hierarchy Proven ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines while maintaining high creative standards A strong motion design reel or portfolio showcasing promotional, broadcast, or brand work Eligibility Requirements Willingness and ability to work flexible hours, including overtime and weekends, as required by promotional and news schedules Must be 18 years or older Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States Education Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Motion Design, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience Desired Qualifications Experience creating motion design for on-air promotion, marketing campaigns, or brand initiatives Experience working at a network, broadcast design agency, or media company Knowledge of 3D tools such as Cinema 4D or similar Experience with Adobe Premiere and basic video editing workflows Familiarity with sound design or audio-driven animation Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to balance speed, accuracy, and creative quality in a fast-paced environment Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Subject to change based on Manager discussion or business need. 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. Hourly Rate: $55.00-65.00 per hour 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr

In Summary: The Motion Designer designs and animates high-quality motion graphics that support MS NOW’s promotional strategy, brand identity, and editorial content . The position is ideal for a designer who can work quickly and efficiently without sacrificing craft . Versant Media is a leading force in news, sports and entertainment - home to iconic and trusted brands that inspire, inform, and delight audiences . En Español:

VERSANT es una fuerza líder en noticias, deportes y entretenimiento - hogar de marcas icónicas y confiables que inspiran, informan y deleitan a la audiencia. Nuestra combinación única de contenido, tecnología y servicios enriquece el tejido cultural, encendendo pasiones, despertando conversaciones y conectando a las personas a lo que más aman. Como empresa independiente, cotizada públicamente, VERSENT reúne redes de cable poderosas - incluyendo USA Network, CNBC, MS NOW (anteriormente MSNBC), Oxygen, E!, SYFY y Golf Channel - con dinámicas marcas digitales y directas al consumidor como Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, Now, GolfPass y SportsEngine. Juntos, estas empresas reflejan nuestro compromiso de ofrecer experiencias excepcionales a través de cada pantalla y servicio creativo. Esta posición es ideal para un diseñador que puede trabajar de forma rápida y eficiente sin sacrificar la artesanía, prospera en entornos orientados a plazos límite y entiende cómo el fuerte diseño promocional apoya tanto los objetivos editoriales como de marketing. Trabajo en estrecha colaboración con directores creativos, directores de arte, diseñadores sénior de movimientos y productores, este papel contribuye a promociones on-air, campañas de marketing, paquetes de espectáculos y programación diaria a menudo bajo plazos ajustados. funciones esenciales / responsabilidades Diseño y animación de gráficos con un enfoque primario en la promoción en el aire, campaña de mercadeo e iniciativas de marca Crea activos promocionales incluidos show opens, paquets de marcas básicos, transiciones, explicadores y animaciones de pantalla completa Debe apoyar los gráficos diarios deseados según sea necesario, incluyendo terceros más bajos y las animaciones editoriales Colaborar con Directores Creativos, Directores Artísticos, Designers de Movimiento Sénior y programadores para entregar rápidamente imágenes convincentes, en línea de marca Ejecutir eficazmente al mismo tiempo que administran estándares de producción y competencias profesionales Realizar tareas de transmisión de trabajo ABC Después del diseño de una amplia experiencia profesional o desarrollo de diseños y proyectos de diseño Otras experiencias técnicas, así como la creación de nuevas tecnologías, diseño y adaptación, capacitación de diseña de modelos de imagen y programas de montajes, Desarrollo de vídeo, etc. Esta posición está sujeta a cambios en función de la discusión del gerente o las necesidades empresariales. Este puesto es elegible para los beneficios patrocinados por la compañía, incluido el seguro médico, dental y de visión 401 ((k), licencia remunerada, reembolso de matrícula y una variedad de descuentos y perfiles. Tarifa horario: $55.00-65.00 por hora Información adicional Como parte de nuestro proceso de selección, se puede exigir que los candidatos externos asistan a una entrevista personal con un empleado de VERSANT Media en uno de nuestros lugares antes de tomar una decisión de contratación. La política de Versant Media es proporcionar oportunidades laborales iguales a todos los solicitantes e empleados sin importar raza, color, religión, credo, género o expresión, edad, origen nacional o competencia, ciudadanía, discapacidad, orientación sexual, estado matrimonial, embarazo, condición social, membresía en los servicios uniformes, cualquier otro proceso de solicitud de discapacidad genética aplicable. La compensación real se basará en factores como las habilidades, calificaciones, experiencia y ubicación del candidato y puede incluir formas adicionales de indemnización y beneficios tales como seguro médico, planes de jubilación, tiempo libre pagado, etc. VERSANT Media no está aceptando asistencia no solicitada por parte de empresas de búsqueda para esta oportunidad de empleo. Todos los currículos presentados por las firmas de busca a cualquier empleado de VERSENT vía correo electrónico, Internet o en cualquier forma y/o método sin una Declaración de Trabajo escrita válida vigente para este puesto del equipo de Adquisición de Talentos de VERSANT serán consideradas propiedad exclusiva de VERSANT. No se pagará ninguna tarifa si el candidato es contratado por VERSANTE como resultado de la referencia o mediante otros medios. #J-18808-Lbffr