Exclusive Guest Booker for Live News & Segments

Fox Corporation; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 67,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

Insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Other benefits per plan documents

Job summary

Fox News Media is seeking a talented Booker for the FOX News Channel. You understand the importance of the “first phone call” and can reel in the big get before anyone else. You know what it takes to land exclusives and can source guests via social platforms and other channels.

You will research breaking news, lock in last-minute bookings, and collaborate with colleagues to craft compelling pre-interviews and guest lineups that drive engaging broadcasts.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of skills and demonstrated experience.
• Previous booking experience.
• Strong writing skills and editorial judgment.
• A passion for current events.
• Possess an extensive rolodex and can book everyone from high-profile politicians, executives and other people at the center of major news stories.
• Willing and able to work under tight deadline pressures while juggling long-term bookings.
• Must be willing to work weekends and late nights.

Responsibilities

• Book high-profile politicians, executives, and other big-name guests for segments
• Pitch unique and interesting stories that our viewers will relate to
• Conduct research and compile well-rounded pre-interviews
• Manage daily deadline turnarounds of a live-show
• Strategize with your colleagues on best booking approaches

Skills

Booking experience

Writing skills

Editorial judgment

Rolodex network

Deadline pressure

Weekend/late shifts

Job description

Fox News Media is seeking a talented Booker for the FOX News Channel. You understand the importance of the “first phone call” and can reel in the big get before anyone else. You know what it takes to land exclusives and can source guests via social platforms and other channels.

You will research breaking news, lock in last-minute bookings, and collaborate with colleagues to craft compelling pre-interviews and guest lineups that drive engaging broadcasts.