Director, Media Relations

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

ROLE SUMMARY

VERSANT is seeking a dynamic Director, Financial Communications and Media Relations to join our Communications team. In this highly collaborative role, you will oversee the development and execution of communications strategies to enhance VERSANT’s visibility with financial stakeholders. Reporting to the VP of Media Relations, the Director will manage all aspects of financial media relations and earnings communications.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with the VP, Media Relations and Investor Relations team on the development and drafting of earnings releases, prepared remarks, call scripts, investor Q&A documents, and follow-up media engagement.
• Build and maintain relationships with top-tier financial and business journalists, proactively positioning VERSANT’s strategy and results in the marketplace.
• Ensure all financial communications adhere to SEC rules, Regulation FD, and industry best practices.
• Support investor days, analyst meetings, and industry conferences by crafting narratives, speeches, and media framing that reinforce VERSANT's financial and strategic story.
• Monitor analyst coverage, peer communications, and media sentiment; synthesize insights into actionable reporting for senior leadership.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

• 8-10 years experience in corporate communications, financial communications, investor relations, or related fields.
• Direct experience supporting a publicly traded company (in-house or agency side).
• Deep understanding of financial statements, KPIs, capital markets, and disclosure practices.
• Proven ability to translate complex financial information into clear, compelling, and compliant communications for investors, analysts, and media.
• Demonstrated success building strong relationships with top-tier business and financial journalists.
• Strong writing, editing, and messaging skills across press releases, executive remarks, and media Q&As.
• Experience navigating SEC disclosure rules, Regulation FD, and governance-related communications.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

• 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: $130,000 - $150,000 (bonus and 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.