Vice President, Communications

The Position The Vice President, Communications position leads and manages the publicity efforts for Versant’s cable networks: USA, SYFY, Oxygen and E!, in addition to Sports and Digital properties. This position will be report to the Senior Vice President, Entertainment and Sports Communications at Versant. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Lead for Communications Team overseeing day to day activities, management and structure. Interfaces with production, marketing, research and digital executives. Media training for talent and works directly with them on strategy Works with producers on PR plans and show positioning. Executes strategies and publicity plans for unscripted programming Handles Crisis PR when appropriate. Challenge teammates through innovative solutions, stories, and pitches to ensure we have the best-in-class corporate communications team. Address proactive and reactive issues management and mobilize quickly to act, as required. Develop strategic and meaningful responses to incoming media inquiries in a timely fashion. Responsible for budget. Travel and staff events as designated by SVP. Help develop the communications team through feedback, trust, and coaching, as well as Influence the development of a strong communications team culture.