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COMPANY OVERVIEW 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.
CNBC INTERNATIONAL
CNBC is the world’s number one business and financial news network. Its mission is to help the influential and aspirational make astute decisions to get ahead by providing live market updates, breaking news, in-depth analysis and exclusive interviews. CNBC’s vast portfolio includes CNBC.com, the online destination for global business; CNBC PRO, the network’s premium subscription service that provides real-time global market data and market analysis, as well as a growing slate of live and virtual events where consumers can experience CNBC’s award-winning journalism, live. With headquarters in New Jersey, London, Singapore, and Abu Dhabi, CNBC provides a truly global 24-hour business briefing for senior business leaders, the financial community and those with assets to invest or protect. Today the channel is available in more than 392 million homes worldwide. CNBC also boasts a growing audience across its social media and digital video platforms.
Visit www.cnbc.com for more information.
OVERVIEW
The Associate Producer is a key member of CNBC Asia’s editorial team, responsible for leading the creation and delivery of live business news programming. In this role, you will work closely with show producers and cross-functional teams to oversee content development, manage production workflows, and ensure the smooth execution of live and pre-recorded segments across multiple formats. The ideal candidate brings experience in TV news production, a deep understanding of financial and business news, and the ability to independently line-produce daily live shows with minimal supervision, while thriving in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and execute compelling story ideas across live, pre-recorded and packaged formats.
- Perform live gallery production, responding swiftly and effectively to breaking news.
- Produce and project-manage live and pre-recorded outside broadcasts across the APAC region.
- Communicate clearly and respectfully with Producers, On-air Talents, Video Editors, Studio Directors, and Graphic Designers.
- Partner with Operations teams such as Graphics and Studio and CNBC global teams to produce and deliver stellar live programming
- Build and maintain relationships with CNBC guests and contributors
- Operate effectively within a fast-paced control room environment
- Partner with Video Editors, Graphic Designers and On-air Talents to build elements to enhance story telling
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to thrive under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced live broadcast environment
- A collaborative mindset rooted in teamwork, driven by a pioneering spirit that inspires and empowers others to share in your passion and vision.
- Strong knowledge of business, economics, and financial markets across Asia.
- Clear understanding of CNBC’s editorial standards and programming priorities.
- Solid grasp of social media’s role in news broadcasting and multi-platform content delivery.
DESIRED ATTRIBUTES
While not essential for this role, candidates with experience or proficiency in the following attributes tend to excel in this position.
- Working knowledge of and experience in an international news organization with control room/gallery exposure.
- A proven track record in TV news production, with expertise in identifying and delivering breaking news.
- Knowledge of iNews, Final Cut Pro, TV Production systems, TV graphic systems.
The responsibilities associated with this position are not limited to the above description and may be modified at any time by the Company.
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 [email protected].
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.
