Coordinating Producer – Content Strategy, MS NOW at Versant Media — NeverHard

Job Description Reporting to the Sr. Director of Content Strategy, this producer will play a critical role in executing MS NOW’s direct-to-consumer programming strategy, growing the audience and as well as fostering deep engagement from MS NOW fans. We’re looking for a producer who is detail-oriented, collaborative, and experienced in a fast-paced, news environment. This person will join the team launching MS NOW’s direct-to-consumer membership. They’ll support the MS NOW team by producing original content formats with existing talent and new voices. They will work closely with the MS NOW Linear Programming and Digital Editorial teams to produce a daily content offering that drives subscriber growth and profitability. Responsibilities: Produce, write, shoot, and edit exclusive video content for MS NOW’s direct-to-consumer offering, including news and non-news programming Pitch and manage MS NOW hosts and reporters as well as external talent to launch and produce DTC series and formats Produce regular livestreams, including support for breaking news moments, special live events Help source, evaluate, and produce content pitches from the broader MS NOW organization Curate featured video content within the MS NOW direct-to-consumer app Partner with Linear Programming, Live Events, Social, Audio, and Digital teams to execute cross-platform programming ideas Maintain MS NOW’s high editorial standards and journalistic rigor in all aspects of content development and production Stay up to date on important news stories and consumer trends, proactively identifying and pitching engaging ideas to grow the DTC audience and the MS NOW brand