Coordinator, Standards & Partnerships

Versant is seeking a Coordinator to support the operational needs of its News Standards and Partnerships Team for MSNBC and CNBC. This coordinator will be a key player in the launch of a new company and news gathering operation attached to some of the most trusted and recognizable brands in media. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in pursuing a career in journalism, as well as a start-up mentality and an eagerness to learn and take on new projects and responsibilities. You’ll wear many hats in supporting our journalists and advancing our journalism. The job reports to the Senior Vice President for Standards and Partnerships. The Versant News Standards Team will provide support and guidance to editorial teams across cable, digital and audio platforms, setting and maintaining editorial and ethical guidelines to safeguard the credibility and integrity of our journalism. In addition, this position will support an expanding news partnerships operation that seeks to advance our journalism through strategic partnerships with other news organizations and content producers. Responsibilities: Perform general administrative duties (scheduling, planning meetings, managing a public-facing inbox, planning travel arrangements, submitting expense reports, etc.) Prepare documents and presentations using Excel, Word and PowerPoint Assist on ad hoc projects and other miscellaneous duties assigned by supervisors Maintain close understanding of current news events Organize internal and external meetings with potential and ongoing media partners Assist in research and other editorial projects and operational needs