Content Director at NBCUniversal

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Dec, 25

Salary

150000.0

Posted On

17 Sep, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Content Creation, Storytelling, Branding, Public Relations, Marketing Principles, Consumer Psychology, Social Media, Video Editing, Photo Editing, Adobe Photoshop, Asana, Strategic Thinking, Creative Thinking, Communication, Presentation Skills

Industry

Entertainment Providers

Description

Company Description NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world. 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. Job Description VERSANT is seeking a visionary Content Director to manage a Digital Storytelling team that will develop compelling content for corporate and community impact initiatives and moments that resonate with our brands’ audiences. In this role, you will oversee the development of creative content across various platforms while ensuring brand consistency and innovation. You are an organized, collaborative, and highly motivated self-starter with an insatiable intellectual curiosity. You will collaborate closely with designers, strategists, Comms & CSR leadership, and other team members to bring ideas to life and drive our brand's voice. Responsibilities: Guide and inspire the storytelling team by developing original and impactful content that aligns with our brand vision and objectives. Direct the creation of high-quality storytelling content for various mediums, including digital, social media, video, and email campaigns. Collaborate with team leadership, partners and stakeholders to understand their vision and translate it into compelling content. Ensure all content aligns with the VERSANT brand mission and voice while staying ahead of industry trends and consumer preferences. Collaborate with business stakeholders to develop and implement strategies for engaging online content that drives traffic and enhances user experience. Work closely with VERSANT Marketing to support marketing and partnership efforts across digital, social and broadcast platforms Present and articulate content ideas to stakeholders, incorporating feedback while maintaining the integrity of the creative vision. Manage the assignment schedule for members of the storytelling team and freelancer hires. Review, edit and proofread all visual and written content to ensure accuracy, consistency, and in the case of written copy, adherence to grammar and style rules, delivering the highest-quality content. Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, managing timelines and delivering work on schedule. Supervise and mentor a team of creatives Qualifications 10+ years experience in content creation as a marketing and storytelling tool, with a strong portfolio showcasing creative work. Strong understanding of branding, public relations, marketing principles, and consumer psychology. Understanding of social media platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram, X, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok etc), algorithms, formats, best practices, trends and how to best develop content to maximize engagement. Must have experience in editing videos and photos. Experience and knowledge with various workforce applications – including Adobe Photoshop, Asana and more – a plus. Bachelor’s degree. Desired Characteristics: Previous experience in a leadership or directorial role is preferred. Ability to think strategically and creatively under tight deadlines. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Additional Requirements: Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the New York 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 discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $120,000-$150,000 (bonus & long term incentive eligible). Additional Information 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.

Responsibilities

The Content Director will manage a Digital Storytelling team to develop impactful content for corporate and community initiatives. This role involves overseeing content creation across various platforms while ensuring brand consistency and innovation.