MSNBC Office Space: Versant Spin-Off Update
- MSNBC is gearing up for a critically important transition, with plans to move its New York headquarters from 30 Rock.
- The temporary location, formerly occupied by Buzzfeed and currently housing Snap Inc., has been nicknamed "Summer Camp." Mayzurk cited its studio and production capabilities, along with its central...
- While the temporary space addresses immediate needs, the company is actively seeking a permanent headquarters in New York City.
MSNBC is strategically relocating its New York headquarters as part of a broader transition to Comcast’s Versant group; teh temporary office, dubbed “Summer camp,” is set to open in August. This move signifies a critical shift for the network, which will broadcast from 30 rock until the summer relocation, while the company searches for a permanent New York City headquarters. Concurrently, MSNBC’s D.C. office has been renovated and continues to operate at 400 North Capitol Street.With CNBC remaining in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, and the recent official adoption of the Versant name, formerly known internally as SpinCo, the transition impacts both MSNBC’s physical space and organizational structure. Stay informed with News Directory 3 as thay monitor developments. Discover what’s next for the global office plans.
MSNBC Prepares for New York Headquarters move
Updated June 03, 2025
MSNBC is gearing up for a critically important transition, with plans to move its New York headquarters from 30 Rock. The network will temporarily set up shop at 229 West 43rd Street in August, according to Jeff Mayzurk, Versant’s president of operations and technology.
The temporary location, formerly occupied by Buzzfeed and currently housing Snap Inc., has been nicknamed “Summer Camp.” Mayzurk cited its studio and production capabilities, along with its central location, as key factors in the selection. This move is part of a larger restructuring that will see MSNBC and CNBC join Versant, a Comcast-owned group of linear assets.
While the temporary space addresses immediate needs, the company is actively seeking a permanent headquarters in New York City. Concurrently, Versant is finalizing office plans across its global operations to ensure a smooth transition for all employees.
In Washington, D.C., MSNBC’s office space at 400 North Capitol Street has been renovated. It will be located on the 8th floor, sharing the building with NBC News’ D.C. bureau. CNBC, meanwhile, will remain at its established Englewood Cliffs, N.J., location, which will also serve as Versant’s technical operations hub. Some of MSNBC’s technical staff will also be based in New Jersey.
Versant, formerly known internally as SpinCo, officially adopted its new name in early May. CEO Mark Lazarus described the name as embodying “a blueprint for versatility, growth, and innovation.” The move represents a strategic realignment within Comcast, impacting both MSNBC’s physical presence and its organizational structure.
What’s next
MSNBC will continue to broadcast from 30 Rock until the August relocation. Further details regarding the permanent New York headquarters and other global office plans are expected to be announced in the coming months as Versant finalizes its long-term strategy.