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. 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. VERSANT will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. Although you’ll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job 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. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (https://www.nbcuniversal.com/diversity-equity-inclusion) initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility (https://www.nbcuniversal.com/csr) work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world. Position Overview: VERSANT is looking for a VP for Sports to join their team! This individual will manage overarching talent strategy for Sports brands by working with leadership and external partners to source and maintain talent of the highest quality. Additionally, translate the missions and goals of sports leadership by negotiating contracts, managing relationships, and staying abreast of talent landscape. The department will serve as a center of excellence for best practices - to deliver expertise, leadership and results across all platforms. Through a shared vision, unified values and standardized policies and practices, this department will define talent strategy for the industry and improve organizational performance. Responsibilities: + Spearhead and execute contract negotiations for all on-air talent including special commentators / expert voices + Develop succession planning and talent strategy for platform + Support talent needs for President of Sports + Develop New media/ podcast development strategy for Sports talent + Define recruitment strategy and manage sourcing for all new on-air talent + Partner with main internal stakeholders to meet company goals (HR, PR, Legal and Finance) + Manage day-to-day talent relations and field/disposition incoming talent candidate pitches + Develop knowledge of playing field and competitive marketplace + Attend relevant conferences, conventions and recruiting opportunities + Build and maintain working relationships with all on-air talent + Partner with external stakeholders on talent outcomes + Maintain expertise on media landscape + Collaborate with Olympics, NASACAR, WNBA, USGA, IMSA, Premier League and International counterparts etc. + Diagnose developmental needs for talent and manage execution of response (1:1 consult, writing classes, media training + and rehearsals) + Maintain on-air talent contract database, candidate database and relevant business documents for Sports + In partnership with the hair and makeup team, provide consult on on-air Sports talent needs (including wardrobe) Basic Qualifications: + Minimum 12 years of experience in Talent Strategy/Relations or related field + Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field + Previous experience with talent negotiations, preferably in the media/entertainment industry Eligibility Requirements: + Interested candidates must apply to be considered + Must be willing to work in New York, NY a minimum of 3 days/week + Must be willing to work overtime when required + Must be willing to travel for work related business if necessary + Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States + Must be 18 years or older Additional Requirements: + Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. + 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. +  Salary range: $190,000 - $235,000 (bonus and 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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com. 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.