Hiring: Writing Associate Producer, MS NOW The Briefing with Jen Psaki Company: Versant Media Location: Washington, DC Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 12:15:43 Employment Type: Hybrid Target Skills & Keywords : Linear About the job Experience: •2+ years of experience in some form of journalism required in television news, digital journalism, social media editing, producing, writing, or a comparable newsroom environment or newspaper). Required Skills: •MS NOW is looking for a Writing Associate Producer for The Briefing with Jen Psaki. •This position is represented by the Writers Guild of America East. •Write, edit, and produce vertical video content for social media platforms. •Develop and produce original YouTube content from concept through completion. •Generate daily and long-term original video pitches that respond to the political news cycle. •Partner cross-functionally with senior leaders to develop new social media franchises and content formats. •Identify compelling moments from linear programming and quickly adapt them for social media. •Create graphics, carousels, and thumbnails for YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and other digital platforms. Qualifications: •Proven experience editing and producing original digital video. •Strong scriptwriting skills and the ability to shape stories for digital video audiences. •Strong editorial judgment and a demonstrated commitment to accuracy and nuance. •Demonstrated capacity to manage multiple original projects and priorities simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines. •In-depth knowledge of major social media platforms, their audiences, and platform-specific content strategies. •Proficiency with native editing and publishing tools across social platforms. •Strong research, writing, organizational, and communication skills. •Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced newsroom environment. •Strong attention to detail and commitment to editorial accuracy. •Demonstrated capacity to comply with MS NOW Standards and Practices. Compensation: •$75,000 - $80,000 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!