Associate Producer, Squawk on the Street - CNBC

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Company 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 CNBC is looking for an Associate Producer for Squawk on the Street. In this role, you will be an integral part of covering the most significant financial, corporate & political news stories of the day. Responsibilities: Working with team of producers to produce CNBC Business News program Assisting with the creation and coordination of elements for daily business program Operating in a high-intensity, fast-paced control room Using equipment to play out all on-air real-time financial charts Writing copy and lower-thirds for daily segments Being resourceful and creative in helping to deliver the program’s message, including use of clips and graphics Researching segment ideas and segment information as directed Putting together research packets for anchors Assisting in the booking of guests Assisting producers with story production and pre-interviews Booking remote feeds for guests and reporters Assisting with show social media pages, when needed Qualifications What you’ll bring: Bachelor’s degree in journalism or business; or an equivalent degree At least 2 years of television production experience Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news. Must be able to work early morning shift (7am start) and additional hours beyond scheduled shift Desired Characteristics: Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments, while working with multiple producers and editors on the broadcast and digital teams Knowledge of current events, politics and pop culture Exemplary interpersonal skills Proactive thinker / self-starter Highly organized and detail-oriented At CNBC Headquarters in Englewood Cliffs, NJ, you’ll have access to great perks and amenities:  Sweat it out -- Free onsite fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment, plus daily group classes  Eat up -- Gourmet cafeteria with daily specials plus soup and salad bars  Extras -- Dry cleaning, shoe shining and sneak peeks   Don’t have a car? No problem! We offer free shuttle transportation to and from multiple locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Hoboken and Jersey City  This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Salary range: $65,000-$80,000 Additional Requirements: Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through careers.versantmedia.com to be considered. Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States. 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. 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. 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.