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Producer, CNBC Strategic Content & Partnerships

Versant Media, Englewood Cliffs, NJ, USA

Pay: $85,000-$100,000/yr

Job type: Full Time


Company Description
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
CNBC Strategic Content & Partnerships is seeking a full‑time Producer who thrives at the intersection of editorial, live production and revenue‑driving innovation. As part of a team that builds and executes innovative editorial sponsorships and partnerships that enhance programming and drive revenue, this role is at the center of developing and delivering high‑visibility TV sponsorships across 14 hours of daily live programming, while also supporting digital and podcast initiatives as needed.

The ideal candidate is a highly organized, detail‑driven producer who excels at project management, multitasking under pressure, collaborating across newsroom and commercial teams, and can pivot instantly in a fast‑moving environment. They are a strategic thinker and self‑starter who proactively seeks opportunities to break new ground, thrives on non‑stop change and has the ambition to develop creative solutions that drive meaningful monetization and enhance workflows.

Responsibilities

Manage the development, coordination, and execution of select TV sponsorships

Establish new sponsorship opportunities and execution models to support the RFP process

Oversee execution details in production management systems and Strategic Content dashboards in real‑time

Track daily sponsorship delivery across CNBC’s live programming

Monitor for editorial and advertiser conflicts and resolve issues

Review iNews rundowns and commercial logs to ensure accurate in‑content and commercial elements

Order graphics and lead creative updates for sponsorships pre and post launch

Coordinate control room tests for sponsored graphics

Create quarterly executive sponsorship summaries for newsroom leadership

Perks & Benefits
At CNBC Headquarters in Englewood Cliffs, NJ, you’ll have access to great perks and amenities:

Sweat it out – Free onsite fitness center with state‑of‑the‑art equipment, plus daily group classes

Eat up – Gourmet cafeteria with daily specials plus soup and salad bars

Extras – Dry cleaning, shoe shining and sneak peeks

Don’t have a car? No problem! We offer free shuttle transportation to and from multiple locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Hoboken and Jersey City.

This position is eligible for company‑sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Salary range: $85,000-$100,000.

Additional Requirements
Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through careers.versantmedia.com to be considered. Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.

Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years production experience in a fast‑paced digital or TV newsroom

A passion for a coordination‑focused position

Exceptional communication, interpersonal and problem‑solving skills

Proven ability to lead high‑profile projects

Ability to work independently under tight deadlines with colleagues at all levels, including leadership

Strong multitasking and prioritization skills

Familiarity with CNBC content and the broader business news landscape

Availability to work a hybrid schedule at CNBC Global Headquarters in Englewood Cliffs, NJ

Desired Characteristics

Experience producing live TV segments

iNews proficiency

Interest in audio and digital production

You’ll Stand Out If You Have

Experience at a Business News network or site

Experience producing editorial content for sponsors (ideally in news or sports)

A strong understanding of financial markets

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.

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