Talent Booker & Associate Editor (NY/LA)

AAJA26; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Atlantic is seeking an ambitious and energetic talent booker to join the newsroom, reporting to a managing editor. This role will secure and coordinate high-profile interviews and guest appearances across The Atlantic's editorial platforms, including print, website, Book Club, podcasts, video, newsletters and audiences.

The ideal candidate is resourceful, organized, persuasive and collaborative with strong research skills.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating high-profile interviews and guest appearances across multiple platforms.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with diplomacy and persistence.
• Solid understanding of journalistic standards and editorial processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for editors, producers, and newsroom leaders to identify and book interview subjects.
• Negotiate contracts and releases in coordination with the legal team where appropriate.
• Coordinate logistics for virtual and on-site appearances across platforms and teams.
• Build and maintain a rolodex of contacts for interview opportunities.
• Create and maintain tracking systems for upcoming interviews for cross-team awareness.
• Support pre- and post-production logistics as needed.

Skills

Booking experience

Interview coordination

Research skills

Job description

The Atlantic is seeking an ambitious and energetic talent booker to join the newsroom, reporting to a managing editor. This role will secure and coordinate high-profile interviews and guest appearances across The Atlantic's editorial platforms, including print, website, Book Club, podcasts, video, newsletters and audiences.

The ideal candidate is resourceful, organized, persuasive and collaborative with strong research skills.