Line Producer - Breaking News, MS NOW

Overview MS NOW is looking for motivated producers who are looking to thrive in breaking news situations and grow their careers by flexing multiple production skills regularly. We are expanding our breaking news team to cover the network when important stories unfold and develop overnight. On nights with no breaking news coverage, this team will produce taped packages for Morning Joe, best‑of highlight shows from our primetime lineup for weekend playback, and help our linear programs and the MS NOW brand grow in the digital space. Working as a line producer for an overnight team that oversees breaking news for the network, while also contributing to original content produced for Morning Joe and taped hours compiled from various MS NOW shows. This position is represented by the Writers Guild of America East. Key Responsibilities Building show rundowns for breaking news coverage during hours that MS NOW is in tape Working under deadline pressure to help create and vet show content Managing the control room during breaking news, including changes to rundowns and organizing and communicating with talent in the field Working with segment producers in the creation of live segments Contributing to oversight of original news packages for Morning Joe Aiding in assembling taped hours compiled from existing MS NOW shows Delivering taped shows to master control Assisting the social media team in monitoring and creating social media content Filling in for Senior Producer as needed Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience At least 5 years of experience in live television (e.g., morning shows, cable shows, broadcast TV, etc.) At least 1 year of line‑producing experience Editorial experience in a fast‑paced newsroom environment, ability to anticipate and respond quickly to change Experience with a story‑first journalism approach Desired Qualifications Ability to develop story ideas, research, and plan segments Exceptional editorial skills and ability to recognize stories with high potential for provocative, compelling television Knowledge of current events, politics, and pop culture Wide‑range reading of news, including op‑eds Strong writing skills Expert tease writer Experience in Breaking News Additional Job Requirements Willingness to work in New York, NY Unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States Willingness and ability to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news Benefits 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 $115,000 - $125,000 Equal Employment Opportunity 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. 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 View email address on click.appcast.io . #J-18808-Ljbffr PVH (Tommy Hilfiger/Calvin Klein)