Director, Product MSNBC

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Product leader to help us build the next set of innovative products for the news brands within Versant, the new spinoff from NBCUniversal. This is an exciting time to be joining a newly created product and tech unit that will support the ambitious digital goals of CNBC, MSNBC and E!Online. The Product Director for MSNBC Digital will define and drive the product vision that powers MSNBC’s next generation of news experiences across web, mobile, streaming, and emerging platforms. This leader will own the strategic roadmap that connects journalism, audience engagement, and technology—ensuring MSNBC delivers timely, trusted, and deeply engaging content to audiences everywhere. Partnering with editorial, design, engineering, and data teams, the Product Director will balance journalistic integrity with user-centric innovation to strengthen MSNBC’s presence across digital touchpoints. This role requires a product visionary who thrives at the intersection of news, technology, and audience behavior. The Product Director will oversee end-to-end digital initiatives—from live video and breaking-news modules to personalization, app experiences, and content management workflows. They will be accountable for defining success metrics, guiding cross-functional execution, and ensuring every product decision enhances user experience, editorial efficiency, and brand impact. Responsibilities · Work with the VP, Product and Design and key stakeholders to define the digital product vision and multi-year roadmap for MSNBC’s digital platforms. · Lead the development and optimization of products across web, app, and streaming environments. · Partner with editorial leadership to ensure digital tools align with newsroom needs and real-time publishing demands. · Drive audience engagement through personalization, notifications, and cross-platform user journeys. · Collaborate with Design and UX to create intuitive interfaces that reflect MSNBC’s brand identity and journalistic authority. · Partner with Engineering to prioritize features, manage releases, and ensure scalability across systems. · Oversee analytics and data integrations to inform product decisions and optimize performance. · Manage and mentor a team of product managers, fostering a culture of ownership, collaboration, and innovation. · Align product strategies with monetization, subscription, and audience growth goals. · Define and track KPIs for engagement, performance, and newsroom efficiency. · Stay ahead of digital media trends, competitive insights, and emerging technologies shaping the future of news consumption.