Talent Scout/Host

Dow Jones & Co.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 165,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Plans

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Insurance Plans

Wellness Resources

Education Benefits

Family Care Benefits

Commuter Transit Program

Subscription Discounts

Employee Referral Program

Financial Health Programs

Cybersecurity Protection

Job summary

Dow Jones & Co. is seeking a Talent Scout / Host in NYC to identify, secure, and host top-tier talent for The Wall Street Journal-branded experiences. The role requires 12+ years in talent booking, hosting, or programming within media or branded content.

You will source senior executives and culture leaders, lead negotiations, and deliver on-stage conversations with editorial rigor and premium presence for a sophisticated audience.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in talent booking, hosting, interviewing, or programming.
• Proven network with senior executives, cultural leaders, and influencers.
• Exceptional live interviewing and moderation with editorial judgment.
• Comfort engaging high-profile talent in live and filmed settings.

Responsibilities

• Source and cultivate relationships with creators, executives, and category experts.
• Lead outreach, pitching, negotiation, and deal-making with internal stakeholders.
• Host and moderate onstage and on-camera conversations aligned with brand goals.
• Prepare briefs, questions, and run-of-show materials for seamless events.
• Manage scheduling, talent prep, approvals, and cross-team coordination.
• Uphold WSJ's premium editorial standards and professionalism.

Skills

Talent booking

Hosting

Interviews

Moderation

Negotiation

Job description

Dow Jones & Co.

Since 1882, Dow Jones has been finding new ways to bring information to the world's top business entities. Beginning as a niche news agency in an obscure Wall Street basement, Dow Jones has grown to be a worldwide news and information powerhouse, with prestigious brands including The Wall Street Journal, Dow Jones Newswires, Factiva, Barron's, MarketWatch and Financial News.

This longevity and success is due to a relentless pursuit of accuracy, depth and innovation, enhanced by the wisdom of past experience and a solid grasp on the future ahead. More than its individual brands, Dow Jones is a modern gateway to intelligence, with innovative technology, advanced data feeds, integrated solutions, expert research, award-winning journalism and customizable apps and delivery systems to bring the information that matters most to customers, when and where they need it, every day.

Dow Jones, Making Careers Newsworthy

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Vets.

Dow Jones is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application, due to a disability, email us at [e-mail]. Please put "Reasonable Accommodation in the subject line.

NYC - 1211 Ave of the Americas

Full time

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Job Description:

About the Role:

The Talent Scout / Host identifies, secures, and hosts top-tier talent for The Trust at The Wall Street Journal-bringing WSJ-level credibility, warmth, and authority to live and filmed experiences. This role requires 12+ years of experience across talent booking, interviewing, hosting, or programming within media, events, or branded content environments.

You Will:

• Source and cultivate relationships with creators, executives, cultural leaders, and category experts, with a focus on C-suite and high-profile talent.
• Lead outreach, pitching, negotiation, and deal-making in partnership with internal stakeholders.
• Host and moderate onstage and on-camera conversations, delivering thoughtful, well-paced discussions aligned with audience and brand objectives.
• Prepare detailed briefs, interview questions, and run-of-show materials to ensure seamless execution.
• Manage logistics including scheduling, talent prep, approvals, and coordination across teams.
• Uphold the premium editorial standards, authority, and professionalism associated with WSJ.

You Have:

• 10+ years of experience in talent booking, hosting, interviewing, or programming across media, live events, or branded content.
• Proven network with access to senior executives, cultural leaders, and industry influencers.
• Exceptional live interviewing and moderation skills, with strong editorial judgment.
• Comfort engaging high-profile and C-suite talent in both live and filmed settings.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and timelines.
• Polished, credible on-camera and onstage presence aligned with a premium media brand.

Our Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare Plans
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans
• Comprehensive Insurance Plans
• Lifestyle Programs & Wellness Resources
• Education Benefits
• Family Care Benefits & Caregiving Support
• Commuter Transit Program
• Subscription Discounts
• Employee Referral Program
• Financial Health Programs
• Cybersecurity Protection

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. EEO/Disabled/Vets

Reasonable Accommodation

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application or participating in an interview due to a disability, email us at [e-mail]. Please put "Reasonable Accommodation" in the subject line and provide a brief description of the type of assistance you need. This inbox will not be monitored for application status updates.

Please refer to the privacy notice at the bottom of this page for submitting any data access, deletion, or other data subject rights requests, where permitted under your local laws and regulations.

Business Area:

Dow Jones - Media Sales

Job Category:

Marketing & Product Management

Union Status:

Non-Union role

Base Pay Range:

Base Pay Range: $165,000 - $190,000

We're committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate's experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.

For bonus-eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions.

For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.

About_Us

Since 1882, Dow Jones has been finding new ways to bring information to the world's top business entities. Beginning as a niche news agency in an obscure Wall Street basement, Dow Jones has grown to be a worldwide news and information powerhouse, with prestigious brands including The Wall Street Journal, Dow Jones Newswires, Factiva, Barron's, MarketWatch and Financial News.

This longevity and success is due to a relentless pursuit of accuracy, depth and innovation, enhanced by the wisdom of past experience and a solid grasp on the future ahead. More than its individual brands, Dow Jones is a modern gateway to intelligence, with innovative technology, advanced data feeds, integrated solutions, expert research, award-winning journalism and customizable apps and delivery systems to bring the information that matters most to customers, when and where they need it, every day.

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