Segment Producer, MS NOW The Weekend: Primetime

Company Overview
VERSANT is a leading force in news, sports and entertainment – home to iconic and trusted brands that inspire, inform, and delight audiences.

Job Description
MS NOW is looking for an experienced Segment Producer for The Weekend: Primetime based in NYC airing 6 pm‑9 pm on Saturday and Sunday.

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

Responsibilities

Research, report and write daily segments

Determine video and sound for assigned segments

Communicate daily story development with senior producer

Be in control room during airing of live segment

Take part in editorial planning

Pitch story ideas

Qualifications

Must have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Strong writing skills and knowledge of American politics

Strong research and reporting skills

At least 5 years of experience in some form of journalism (e.g., cable or network news, website, newspaper)

Candidate should be able to deal with daily script deadline pressure

Desired Qualifications

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

Ability to "book" guests, and work with graphics and video elements

Exceptional editorial skills: recognize stories with high potential for provocative, compelling television

Knowledge of current events, politics, and pop culture

Wide‑range reader of news, including op‑eds

Proficient in both tape and desktop editing

Edit room experience and breaking news experience is preferred

Additional Job Requirements

Must be willing to work in New York, NY

Schedule is Wednesday‑Sunday

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 has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week

Benefits
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.

EEO and Accessibility Statement
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.

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