Vice President, MSNBC Operations & Creative Production

Position Summary: We are seeking an experienced and visionary director to lead our studio directing team at a premier national cable television news network. This leadership role, Vice President of MSNBC Operations & Creative Production, is critical to shaping the visual execution of our news broadcasts, managing the directing staff, and collaborating cross-functionally to uphold the highest standards in live and taped news programming and live events. Key Responsibilities: Leadership & Team Management Supervise and mentor a team of directors responsible for daily live news broadcasts, breaking news, and special programming. Develop staffing plans, oversee scheduling, and ensure operational efficiency and quality control across all directed content. Foster a high-performance culture grounded in collaboration, creativity, and accountability. Vision & Execution Define and implement the creative vision for studio blocking, shot composition, camera movement, and overall production aesthetic. Partner with Technical Operations to ensure flawless execution of studio production and integration of new technologies. Editorial Collaboration Work closely with editorial leadership to align directing strategies with show priorities, tone, and narrative focus. Participate in editorial meetings to understand evolving news priorities and adapt directing strategies accordingly. Serve as a key liaison between production and editorial teams during breaking news, live events, and network specials. Creative & Art Direction Collaborate with the Art Department to ensure the creative direction of sets, graphics, lighting, and scenic design supports and enhances show formats and storytelling. Translate editorial needs into innovative, practical studio design solutions in partnership with creative teams.