Versant Media · 20 hours ago
Associate Producer, E! News
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$65K/yr - $75K/yr
2+ years expVERSANT Media is a leading force in news, sports, and entertainment, home to iconic brands. They are seeking a passionate Associate Producer/Editor for E! News who will be responsible for creating digital videos, writing scripts, and producing content under tight deadlines.
BroadcastingInformation TechnologyMedia and Entertainment
Responsibilities
Create 4-7 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
Qualification
Required
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
Preferred
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
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k)
Paid leave
Tuition reimbursement
A variety of other discounts and perks
Company
Versant Media
Versant Media is a media company that offers television and digital entertainment services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2026-01-05IPO
Leadership Team
Steve Arocho
Vice President Corporate Communications
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