Associate Producer, Social Media
hace 2 días
Los Angeles
Job DescriptionCompany 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 E! News is seeking a dynamic and creative Associate Producer to join our fast-paced, collaborative social media team. This role is centered on social video production, with additional responsibilities supporting static content creation and programming across E! News’ platforms, including sub-brands such as Kards Katch Up and E! Insider. We’re looking for someone with a deep passion for pop culture and entertainment, strong editorial judgment, and a sharp understanding of platform-native storytelling. The ideal candidate is highly fluent in social video trends and formats, but equally comfortable supporting broader publishing needs to help maximize reach, engagement, and referral traffic. Responsibilities • Produce and edit social-first video content optimized for platforms including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube Shorts, • Support end-to-end programming, including writing captions, packaging content, and publishing across platforms, • Collaborate closely with editorial and digital video teams to distribute content tied to breaking celebrity and entertainment news, • Monitor social trends, platform updates, and audience behavior to inform content decisions and ensure E! News remains timely and competitive, • Assist with live social coverage around major tentpole moments (e.g., awards shows, premieres) as needed, with a focus on publishing, clipping, and real-time optimization, • Maintain strong attention to detail across publishing workflows using tools such as Dash Social, True Anthem, and Meta Business Suite, • Create and publish static content and assist with platform programming to support traffic-driving initiatives, as neededQualifications, • 2+ years of experience in social video production, editing, and publishing, preferably within entertainment, media, or news, • Demonstrated expertise in creating engaging short-form video content that drives views, retention, and engagement, • Experience managing or programming brand social accounts, including caption writing, packaging, and distribution strategies, • Proficiency in Adobe Premiere and Photoshop, • Strong editorial judgment with a clear understanding of what performs across platforms, • 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., • Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, in support of live event, • coverage and 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 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. 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 . 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.