Graphics Production Assistant, MS NOW The Weeknight

Versant; New York (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Versant in New York, NY is seeking a Graphics Production Assistant for MS NOW The Weeknight. This full-time role supports the production team by coordinating graphic elements for air and online platforms, under tight deadlines and with a collaborative team.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of news production experience and a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, with familiarity in Avid, MediaCentral, Viz, and iNews preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• At least 1 year of news production experience.
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY.

Responsibilities

• Order and coordinate all graphic elements for air.
• Oversee the airing of all graphic elements in control room during live program.
• Research, select and locate required footage for broadcast with producers.
• Assist in compiling research for anchor and producers.
• Create content for MS NOW’s digital platforms, social media and DTC products.
• Collaborate with producers to meet deadlines under deadline pressure.

Skills

Avid

MediaCentral

Viz

iNews

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Graphics Production Assistant, MS NOW The Weeknight

• Full-time
• Business Segment: MS NOW
• Compensation: USD 30 - USD 32 - hourly

VERSANT (Nasdaq: VSNT) is an industry-changing media and entertainment business and home to trusted brands that shape culture, inform audiences, and build lasting connections. It operates across four core markets: political news and opinion, business news and personal finance, golf, and sports and genre entertainment. These markets are served through a powerful portfolio of iconic and innovative brands, including CNBC, MS NOW, USA Network, Golf Channel, Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Versant's sports division USA Sports, along with complementary digital assets including Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow and GolfPass.

MS NOW is looking for an Graphics Production Assistant for The Weeknight.

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

Responsibilities:

• Order and coordinate all graphic elements for air
• Oversee the airing of all graphic elements in control room during live program
• Work closely with producers to research, select and locate required footage for broadcast
• Assist in compiling research for anchor and producers
• Work on content for digital platforms, social media and MS NOW’s DTC products
• At least one year of news production experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Desired Characteristics:

• Excellent knowledge of politics, history and current events.
• Must have the ability to work under deadline pressure.
• Knowledge of Avid, MediaCentral, Viz and iNews preferred

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: $30.00/hour - $32.00/hour

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.

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.

For qualified individuals with a disability or a disabled veteran who require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of their disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected]

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