Associate Producer/Editor

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.

E! News is looking for a passionate Associate Producer/Editor. The ideal candidate is creative, adaptable and a digital-first storyteller. This person should have prior experience in entertainment news video production, proven video editing skills, and a clear understanding of the key difference between traditional media and digital-first content.

The candidate will be responsible for writing scripts, reporting and sourcing information, collecting visual assets, and producing and editing digital video under tight news deadlines. Experience as a multi-platform journalist in entertainment news will best suit this role.

On-camera talent is not required for this role, but experience behind the camera, working as a reporter/producer on red carpets and the ability to conduct interviews at entertainment-related events is a plus.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Create 3-4 digital videos daily under tight, news-driven deadlines from end-to-end: researching, scripting, sourcing assets, tracking VO, editing and publishing
• Write strong, factual, scripts that may stem from a legal or crime story
• Write sharp, SEO-friendly headlines and descriptions that drive traffic and views
  • Strong understand of what works on different platforms, from E! Online to YouTube and Facebook
• Use news judgment to identify trending stories, angles and opportunities to pitch
  • Work closely with producers who assign daily content
• Create long-form and short-form content as well as mashups with ease to tell a cohesive story
• Edit with ease in Adobe Premiere. AfterEffects knowledge a plus
• Optimize sound, lighting and graphics; add transitions, text and export final videos
• Collaborate with the editorial team to align on content
• Shoot and produce content in field and virtually when needed (interviews, junkets, premieres and more)
• Manage multiple projects at once, balancing daily deadlines with upcoming assignments and responsibilities
• Produce, edit and clip content on special projects and tentpole events, such as red carpets and award shows

Basic Qualifications:

• BA or BS from a four-year accredited college or university or equivalent work experience, preferred
• 2+ years experience producing news digital-first video content end-to-end (pitching, writing, producing, editing and publishing)
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, Photoshop, After Effects).
• Strong Photoshop skills.

Desired Characteristics:

• Collaborative team player with the ability to contribute independently.
• Creative storyteller who can identify entertainment trends and create innovative ways to tell a compelling story.
• Proven ability to work and thrive under tight deadlines.
• Understanding of digital metrics (page views, video views and audience growth).
• Ability to interview celebrity talent with smart, news-driven questions. Ability to then turn content into digital videos for distribution
• On-camera presence is not required, but experience field producing and reporting on red carpets at entertainment events is a plus.

Additional Requirements:

• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.
• 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: $65,000-$75,000

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.

For LA County and City Residents Only: VERSANT Media will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

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 [email protected].

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.