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Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

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. 

Desired Characteristics: 

• Strong writing skills
• Previous experience managing a large team
• Be personable, strategic, and creative
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality
• Be confident and comfortable communicating with senior executives
• Lead by example, including championing health and wellness and elevating inclusion
• Always maintains professionalism and is respected across departments

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience
• 5+ years of managerial experience
• Previous experience in television / streaming PR
• Previous experience with TCA and other related media forums
• Must have extensive media contacts 
• Previous experience in television PR
• Previous experience with TCA and other related media forums
• Must have extensive media contacts
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field

Eligibility Requirements:

• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered
• Willingness to travel and work overtime, and on weekends with short notice
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY
• Must be willing to travel when necessary

Additional Requirements: 

• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Subject to change based on Manager discussion or business need.
• This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other benefits and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. 
• Salary range: $190,000 - $250,000 (bonus-long term incentive eligible)

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].

Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.