Designer/Illustrator, MS NOW Digital

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.

MS NOW Digital is looking for a highly motivated and qualified designer to join our art and photo department. This position will work closely with our art director, photo editors, and editors to visualize our stories and build our brand on MS NOW.

The ideal candidate is an imaginative thinker who thrives in high-pressure situations and finds extreme satisfaction in finding new ways to tell stories. They must manage and deliver high quality visuals on tight deadlines. Organization, communication, and speed are paramount.

This position is based in NY.

Responsibilities:

• Design, execute, and deliver still and animated graphics within required deadlines
• Work closely with digital editorial teams to meet deadlines and fulfill requests
• Present creative solutions to editorial needs across all digital platforms
• Create reported graphics that help further our reporting, as well as helping to build our styles and guidance for reported graphics
• Storyboard and present conceptual designs to the art director, as well as editorial partners across the the site and all digital platforms
• Collaborate with the art director and editors on daily visuals as well as long-term project initiatives

• 3+ years of relevant work experience in a creative group with a fast-paced production environment.
• Intermediate skillset in Adobe Creative Suite. (After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator)
• Intermediate skillset in creating both animated and still frame graphics
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and deliver multiple assignments, with compelling creative solutions
• Willingness to work extended hours due to breaking news events
• Proficiency with Google Earth Studio, and 3D Map camera tracking within After Effects
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Must have a broad knowledge and curiosity about news, and a keen eye for spotting interesting and newsworthy visual content
• Understanding and appreciation of the MS NOW brand and mission Editorial / News experience is preferred
• A portfolio of relevant work is required for consideration
• Capable of quick turnarounds, both animated and still design

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: $70,000 - $95,000

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.

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 candidateaccessibility@versantmedia.com.

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.

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