Freelance Production Assistant

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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, Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Golf Channel - with dynamic digital and direct-to-consumer brands such as Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, and GolfPass. 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 This is a part-time project/limited term position with an estimated duration of up to 12 months, unless otherwise amended or terminated as deliverables within this project are completed. As a Freelance Production Assistant, you are responsible for assisting production personnel on studio Golf and other Versant Sports properties as needed. Responsibilities: Handle remote and/or studio production needs and requests Assist with editing of sports television and/or video segments, including, but not limited to, highlight packages, bumpers and teases, as well as cueing shots and properly securing footage to be used in such segments Help coordinate the maintenance and organization of sports television and/or video graphics Support in daily highlight operation (screening, logging, writing and edit guidance) Monitor newsfeeds Secure video and audio footage to be used in highlight packages and features Learn library and archive system Assist in graphic coordination and features production Perform required sports research Regularly generate and distribute story and show ideas for all shows and platforms Participate in production planning meetings Support all phases of production   Qualifications Basic Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience Minimum 1+ years of professional production experience Desired Characteristics: Ability to adhere to tight deadlines, communicate clearly and be able to handle multiple tasks in a highly pressurized environment Collaborative, team oriented and is comfortable in a group atmosphere Knowledge of golf with an interest in sports television production Be versatile, self-motivated, energetic Excellent communication ability Possess a high level of initiative Have exceptional oral and written communication skills Team player Additional Requirements: Interested candidate must submit a resume Willingness to work overtime, nights and weekends with short notice as needed Must be willing to work in Stamford, CT Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States Must be 18 years or older Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from a Versant-designated worksite. 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.